Wound care Registered Nurse, RN or LPN

Shoshonehealth; Idaho; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Retirement with up to 7% match

Generous paid time off program

Temporary housing available

Job summary

Shoshonehealth is hiring a Registered Nurse, RN or LPN - Wound Care in Idaho. This role involves thorough assessment and management of patients with acute and chronic wounds, collaborating with healthcare teams for optimal care.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1–2 years of clinical experience, preferably in wound care, and must hold a current RN or LPN license in Idaho. The position offers full-time benefits including medical, dental, and retirement match programs.

Temporary housing is available and a generous paid time off program is included.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience with a preference for wound care experience.
• Current BLS certification required; CPR, ACLS, and PALS preferred.
• Must possess excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive wound assessments and document findings.
• Develop and implement individualized wound care treatment plans.
• Provide advanced wound care treatments including dressing changes and debridement.

Skills

Wound care management

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) or LPN license in Idaho

Wound Care Certification (e.g., WCC, CWCN)

Job description

Registered Nurse, RN or LPN - Wound Care

Position Summary

The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for patients with acute and chronic wounds. This role collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure evidence-based wound management, promote healing, and prevent complications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive wound assessments and document findings accurately
• Develop and implement individualized wound care treatment plans
• Provide advanced wound care treatments, including dressing changes, debridement support, and negative pressure wound therapy
• Monitor patient progress and modify care plans as needed
• Educate patients, families, and staff on wound care prevention and management
• Collaborate with physicians, therapy, and care teams to coordinate care
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to wound care outcomes
• Support pressure injury prevention programs and audits

Schedule Weekdays

Full-time, benefited position.

All paid 100% for the employee.

• Medical
• Dental
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance

We also offer

• retirement with up to - 7% match
• A generous paid time off program.

Temporary housing available

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) OR LPN license in the State of Idaho (or compact state)
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience; wound care experience preferred
• Wound Care Certification (e.g., WCC, CWCN) preferred or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe
• Current BLS certification required necessary. CPR, ACLS, and PALS preferred. Must exhibit excellent customer service and communication.