Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN)

AristaCare Health Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

AristaCare Health Services is seeking a Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN) to oversee and implement the facility’s Wound Prevention and Treatment Program. This full-time role works with Unit Managers, the Staff Development Coordinator, and the Wound Care Team to ensure high-quality wound prevention, treatment, and staff education.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited nursing degree with an active RN or LPN license and at least one year of wound care experience; a Wound Care Certification is

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current RN or LPN license (required).
• Minimum of one year of wound care experience.
• Wound Care Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assess skin condition of all new admissions using standardized assessment tools.
• Collaborate with the Wound Care Team to determine appropriate prevention and treatment plans.
• Obtain physician orders for wound treatment modalities.
• Implement wound treatment plans as assigned by the Director of Nursing.
• Accurately document all wound treatments and ensure consistency in documentation.
• Complete weekly wound summaries.
• Educate nursing staff on wound prevention principles.
• Respect residents’ rights regarding choice, consent, and refusal of treatment.
• Consult with Unit Managers and Social Workers when needed to ensure compliance with facility policies and State and Federal regulations.

Skills

Wound care

Assessment tools

Documentation

Staff education

Collaboration

Education

RN or LPN license

Accredited nursing degree

Job description

Now Hiring: Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN)

Full-Time | Shift: 8am - 4:30 pm shift / alternate weekend

We are seeking a dedicated Wound Nurse (RN) to oversee and implement the facility’s Wound Prevention and Treatment Program. This role works closely with Unit Managers, the Staff Development Coordinator, and the Wound Care Team to ensure high-quality wound prevention, treatment, and staff education.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative & Clinical Functions

• Assess skin condition of all new admissions using standardized assessment tools
• Collaborate with the Wound Care Team to determine appropriate prevention and treatment plans
• Obtain physician orders for wound treatment modalities
• Implement wound treatment plans as assigned by the Director of Nursing
• Accurately document all wound treatments and ensure consistency in documentation
• Complete weekly wound summaries
• Educate nursing staff on wound prevention principles
• Respect residents’ rights regarding choice, consent, and refusal of treatment
• Consult with Unit Managers and Social Workers when needed to ensure compliance with facility policies and State and Federal regulations

Qualifications & Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current RN or LPN license (required)
• Minimum of one (1) year of wound care experience
• Wound Care Certification (preferred)

We Are Proud to Offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off (PTO)

More about us: www.aristacare.com

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