Wound Nurse

Jobtailor; Edgefield (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with wound care expertise to join our inpatient or long-term care team. You will manage wounds, perform skin assessments, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care plan team to develop and adjust treatment plans.

The role involves educating residents and families, maintaining documentation, and ensuring regulatory compliance while minimizing patient discomfort and promoting dignity.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to read procedures and policy manuals.
• Familiarity with PCC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Wound assessment, management, and treatment of dermatologic conditions.
• Quarterly dermatologic evaluations and comprehensive skin assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with physicians and interdisciplinary team.
• Provide reports on resident progress and wound healing.
• Monitor wound healing and update care plans as needed.
• Implement pressure injury prevention interventions and nutrition support.
• Provide direct nursing care during emergencies while maintaining resident dignity.
• Educate residents and families on wound prevention and care.

Skills

Wound Assessment

Treatment Planning

Skin Assessment

Documentation

Emergency Nursing Care

Care Plan Modification

Patient Education

Inventory Management

Regulatory Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

Nursing Degree

Tools

PCC Knowledge

Job description

• Assess, manage, and treat wounds, pressure injuries, skin tears, ulcers, and other dermatologic conditions
• Complete comprehensive skin assessments and quarterly dermatologic evaluations
• Develop individualized treatment plans with physicians, Medical Director, Director of Nursing, therapy, dietary, and the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team
• Provide accurate written and verbal reports on resident progress and wound healing
• Monitor wound healing, update care plans, and recommend treatment modifications
• Ensure pressure injury prevention interventions, including repositioning, nutrition support, skin protection, special mattresses, and nutritional supplements
• Provide direct nursing care during emergencies while promoting resident comfort and dignity
• Educate residents and families on wound prevention and treatment plans
• Participate in staff education, orientation, ongoing training, and wound-care in-service training
• Monitor wound-care supplies and equipment inventory
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with federal, state, local, corporate, and facility regulations
• Protect resident privacy and maintain HIPAA compliance
• Report resident concerns, suspected abuse, safety issues, occupational exposures, information security concerns, significant condition changes, and treatment-related risks
• Communicate with residents, families, physicians, healthcare providers, nursing staff, and consultants regarding care and treatment
• Carry out physician orders, including medication and treatment
• Assist physicians and healthcare providers during visits and examinations
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections as requested
• Assist with overall supervision of nursing staff
• Report to and work directly under the Director of Nursing

Requirements

• Previous wound care experience required; this is not an entry-level position
• Current, active, unrestricted RN license / current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in good standing
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
• Possession of a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions
• Must maintain required continuing education for licensing and remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing
• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred
• Ability to meet physical demands including frequent lifting up to 50 pounds

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in wound care management, including assessment, treatment planning, and monitoring of wound healing. Maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and provides education to residents and families on wound prevention and care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Wound Care Experience
• Registered Nurse License
• Nursing Degree
• CPR Certification
• PCC Knowledge

Hard Skills

• Wound Assessment
• Treatment Planning
• Skin Assessment
• Documentation
• Emergency Nursing Care
• Care Plan Modification
• Patient Education
• Inventory Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Problem Solving

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Interpersonal Skills
• Training and Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

• Current CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

• HIPAA Compliance
• Pressure Injury Prevention
• Dermatologic Conditions
• Interdisciplinary Care
• Nursing Supervision