Wound Care Program Lead: Educate & Elevate Care

Encompass Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

FSAs

HSAs

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health in Knoxville, TN seeks a Wound Program Coordinator to lead wound care services, ensuring regulatory compliance and physician-guided treatments. You will collaborate with clinical teams to guide wound care plans and spearhead hospital-wide educational initiatives for staff and families.

Ideal candidates bring RN/PT/OT licensure, CPR certification, and at least one year of wound care experience, with a commitment to ongoing learning and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• RN/PT/OT licensure required for acute rehab hospitals; RN required for long-term acute care hospitals.
• CPR certification is mandatory.
• Minimum one year of wound care experience is required.
• Continuous education in wound care through seminars and professional organizations is required.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and the ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop wound care services in adherence to regulatory standards and physician orders.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to provide guidance on wound care treatments.
• Lead educational efforts for hospital staff on wound care topics, and educate patients and families on wounds and wound care.
• Maintain continuous education and stay updated on the latest wound care techniques and advancements.

Skills

Effective communication

Decision-making

Autonomy

Education

RN/PT/OT licensure

Job description

Encompass Health in Knoxville, TN seeks a Wound Program Coordinator to lead wound care services, ensuring regulatory compliance and physician-guided treatments. You will collaborate with clinical teams to guide wound care plans and spearhead hospital-wide educational initiatives for staff and families.

Ideal candidates bring RN/PT/OT licensure, CPR certification, and at least one year of wound care experience, with a commitment to ongoing learning and quality improvement.