Wound Care Technician - PRN

Baton-Rouge-General; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible work options

BRG Fit! program

Professional development & support

Job summary

Baton Rouge General is seeking a compassionate Wound & Hyperbaric Care Technician to support wound care services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with patient intake, direct care, and preparation of treatment areas to improve outcomes and patient experiences.

The ideal candidate will have CNA and/or EMT certification, strong communication, teamwork, and meticulous documentation in a fast-paced clinical setting. Prior wound care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must-have CNA Certification or equivalent
• EMT certification or military medic experience preferred
• Nursing student with RN program completed clinicals preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient intake: vitals, history, height/weight
• Provide direct patient care per care plan
• Prepare treatment areas for wound/hyperbaric procedures
• Assist with wound dressings and NPWT under licensed staff
• Reinforce patient education on wound care and therapy
• Monitor patients during treatments and report changes
• Assist with patient transfers and safety
• Maintain documentation and charge capture
• Sterilize and stock equipment; maintain enviroment
• Support infection prevention and safety standards
• Respond to emergencies as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Organization

Patient care in clinical setting

Patient safety and quality care

Education

CNA Certification

Basic EMT Certification

Military Medic experience

Nursing student in RN program

Tools

N/A

Job description

• Job Category Nursing Support
• Employee Type Full-Time

Description

Wound Care Technician

Help Patients Heal. Make a Difference Every Day.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a compassionate and patient-focused Wound & Hyperbaric Care Technician to support the delivery of specialized wound care services. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional care while working closely with patients, families, nurses, and providers.

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Compassionate and service-oriented approach to patient care
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to perform patient care duties in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and excellent patient experiences

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At Baton Rouge General, our patients aren’t the only people we take care of, we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.

• A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
• Professional development & support
• Various employee perks including generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
• We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state
• Check out our employee perks here!

What You Will Do

As a Wound & Hyperbaric Care Technician, you will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to support patients receiving specialized wound and hyperbaric treatments. Your role will help improve patient outcomes and enhance the care experience for patients and families.

• Assist with patient intake activities, including obtaining vital signs, height, weight, and patient history information
• Provide direct patient care and comfort measures according to the patient’s plan of care
• Prepare patients and treatment areas for wound and hyperbaric care procedures
• Assist with dressing removal, wound cleansing, dressing application, and negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) procedures under the direction of licensed personnel
• Reinforce patient education related to wound care and hyperbaric therapy
• Monitor patients during treatments and promptly report changes or concerns to licensed staff
• Assist with patient transfers and transportation using appropriate safety techniques
• Maintain accurate patient documentation, treatment records, and charge capture information
• Clean, sterilize, stock, and maintain treatment equipment and supplies
• Support infection prevention, environmental safety, and department cleanliness standards
• Respond effectively during emergency situations and assist as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What Sets BRG Apart

At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical roles, what you do here matters.

With over 600 licensed beds across three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. Our wound care team plays a vital role in helping patients heal, recover, and improve their quality of life through advanced treatment options and compassionate care.

Experience Requirements

• Previous healthcare experience preferred
• Previous wound care experience preferred

Special Skills, License & Knowledge Requirements

Preferred:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification
• Basic EMT Certification
• Military Medic experience
• Nursing Student who has completed fundamental nursing clinicals in an RN program

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with patients of all ages
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to safely lift, transfer, and transport patients as needed
• Knowledge of basic patient care and infection prevention practices

Safety & Compliance Expectations

• Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality requirements
• Follows all organizational safety, infection prevention, and environmental care standards
• Promotes patient and employee safety through adherence to established policies, procedures, and best practices
• Utilizes proper infection control, aseptic technique, and equipment handling procedures at all times