Wound Care / Treatment Nurse ( LPN or RN )

Crowne Health Care; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Matching

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD

Holiday Pay with No Waiting Period

Job summary

Crowne Health Care in Alabama is seeking a Wound Care / Treatment Nurse (LPN or RN) for a Baylor Weekend position to join our geriatric care team. You will assess wounds, provide targeted treatments, and document care in line with physician orders and facility policies.

The role emphasizes patient-centered wound care, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and ongoing training opportunities to advance certification. Weekend schedule supports continuity of care for residents across shifts.

Qualifications

• Current LPN or RN license in the State of Alabama.
• Previous wound care or treatment experience preferred.
• Wound Care Certification is a plus.
• Candidates without wound care certification may be considered; the facility is willing to train and cover the cost of certification.
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ skin integrity, wounds, and treatment needs and provide appropriate follow-up care.
• Perform and document ordered wound care and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and applicable regulations.
• Provide treatment for acute and chronic wounds, ostomies, stomas, skin tears, pressure injuries, and skin breakdown related to urinary or fecal incontinence.
• Monitor residents for changes in skin condition and promptly communicate concerns to appropriate nursing staff and providers.
• Work closely with licensed nursing staff to identify and address risks such as skin breakdown, contractures, weight loss, and other conditions that may affect residents’ functional status.
• Coordinate treatments with residents’ daily schedules and other departments to promote continuity of care.
• Assist with development, implementation, and follow-up of resident care plans related to wounds, skin integrity, and treatments.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Communicate with physicians, providers, families, nursing staff, therapy, dietary, and other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, quality assurance activities, and wound prevention initiatives.
• Provide a multidisciplinary approach to wound management and treatment to promote healing and maintain the highest possible level of resident care.

Skills

Wound care

Assessment skills

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Long-term care experience

Education

LPN or RN license Alabama

Job description

Wound Care / Treatment Nurse – LPN or RN

Baylor Weekend Position

Crowne Health Care is currently accepting applications for a Wound Care / Treatment Nurse (LPN or RN) to join our long-term care and rehabilitation team specializing in geriatric care.

This Baylor Weekend position is ideal for a dependable, compassionate nurse who takes pride in providing high-quality wound and treatment care. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong assessment skills, attention to detail, accountability, and a positive, team-oriented attitude while working closely with residents, families, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

Crowne Health Care is an Alabama-based, family-owned system of nursing facilities. We are proud to offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a workplace where many employees build long-term careers.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay – Pay Scale Based on Experience
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay with No Waiting Period
• Baylor Weekend Schedule
• Wound Care Training and Certification Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current LPN or RN license in the State of Alabama
• Previous wound care or treatment experience preferred
• Wound Care Certification is a plus
• Candidates without wound care certification may be considered; the facility is willing to train and cover the cost of certification
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills
• Dependable, organized, and able to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Long-term care experience preferred

Essential Job Functions

• Assess residents’ skin integrity, wounds, and treatment needs and provide appropriate follow-up care.
• Perform and document ordered wound care and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and applicable regulations.
• Provide treatment for acute and chronic wounds, ostomies, stomas, skin tears, pressure injuries, and skin breakdown related to urinary or fecal incontinence.
• Monitor residents for changes in skin condition and promptly communicate concerns to appropriate nursing staff and providers.
• Work closely with licensed nursing staff to identify and address risks such as skin breakdown, contractures, weight loss, and other conditions that may affect residents’ functional status.
• Coordinate treatments with residents’ daily schedules and other departments to promote continuity of care.
• Assist with development, implementation, and follow-up of resident care plans related to wounds, skin integrity, and treatments.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Communicate with physicians, providers, families, nursing staff, therapy, dietary, and other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, quality assurance activities, and wound prevention initiatives.
• Provide a multidisciplinary approach to wound management and treatment to promote healing and maintain the highest possible level of resident care.

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