Wound Nurse

Midtowncenterfhr; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 41,328,000 - 63,369,600; Part time

Job summary

Collierville Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a part-time Wound Care Nurse to provide specialized care to residents with wound and skin care needs. You will assess wounds, develop care plans, perform dressing changes, and collaborate with the care team to ensure best practices.

The ideal candidate holds a current RN or LPN license in Tennessee with Wound Care Certification and prior wound care experience in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Current, valid LPN or RN license in the state.
• Wound Care Certification.
• Prior wound care experience in a long‑term care or skilled nursing setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of wounds, pressure injuries, ulcers, surgical sites, and other skin conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized care and treatment plans based on clinical findings and physician orders.
• Perform wound cleansing, dressing changes, and advanced wound therapies in accordance with established protocols.
• Monitor wounds for signs of infection, deterioration, or complications and report changes promptly to the appropriate provider.
• Accurately document wound assessments, treatment interventions, and progress notes in compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on wound prevention, skin care techniques, and infection control measures.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurse leaders, and other members of the care team to ensure continuity and consistency of treatment.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives related to wound prevention and management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices, products, and procedures in wound care.
• Promote a positive, compassionate, and professional atmosphere that reflects the values and mission of Collierville Nursing & Rehabilitation.

Job description

Shift Type: Part-Time and PRN shifts available!

Join our team as a Wound Care Nurse and make a meaningful impact every day! We are looking for a dedicated nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality, specialized care to residents with wound and skin care needs. In this role, you will take the lead in assessing and managing wounds, supporting staff education, and ensuring best practices are followed. This is a great opportunity to utilize your clinical expertise in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of all wounds, pressure injuries, ulcers, surgical sites, and other skin conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized care and treatment plans based on clinical findings and physician orders.
• Perform wound cleansing, dressing changes, and advanced wound therapies in accordance with established protocols.
• Monitor wounds for signs of infection, deterioration, or complications and report changes promptly to the appropriate provider.
• Accurately document wound assessments, treatment interventions, and progress notes in compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on wound prevention, skin care techniques, and infection control measures.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurse leaders, and other members of the care team to ensure continuity and consistency of treatment.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives related to wound prevention and management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices, products, and procedures in wound care.
• Promote a positive, compassionate, and professional atmosphere that reflects the values and mission of Collierville Nursing & Rehabilitation.

Licensing and Certification

• Current, valid LPN or RN license in the state.
• Wound Care Certification.
• Prior wound care experience in a long‑term care or skilled nursing setting is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.