Wound Nurse

Friendship Retirement Community; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Wound Nurse (RN or LPN) for their Salem, VA location. The role involves providing specialized care for patients with wound care needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and educating patients and families. Full-time positions offer competitive benefits, including a $10,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive health insurance. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in Nursing and an unencumbered RN or LPN license in Virginia.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary insurance options

Qualifications

• Requires active engagement in patient care and coordination.
• Must frequently lift or move objects over 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate clinical care for patients with wound needs.
• Educate patients and families on wound care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient assessment.

Skills

Patient Advocacy

Wound Care

Clinical Problem Solving

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Job description

3719 Knollridge Rd, Salem, VA 24153, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer’s and memory care. As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means. Visitfriendship.us for more information.

Friendship is looking for a Wound Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our Friendship Richfield Health Center team, located in Salem, VA. The Wound Nurse is to provide, coordinate, and support clinical aspects of care for patients with wound nurse care needs.

Full-Time RN/LPN Sign On Bonus - $10,000 paid out in equal installments over 40 pay periods

Shifts Available:

• Full Time 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with a on call requirement
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to assess patient needs for nursing care, patient and family education, and other services.
• Acts as a specialty consultant to physicians, nurses, physical therapist, and patients.
• Educates patients and families regarding WOC care in order to facilitate recovery.
• Promotes and practices patient/family advocacy and facilitates the maintenance of ethical practice.
• Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of Wound care patient care products and equipment.
• Remains current regarding professional practice standards, research studies and theories to improve care and applies same as appropriate to management of patient care.
• Provide for and coordinate staff development programs based on Federal and Federal regulations
• Anticipates changes in nursing practice and develops programs with staff to meet these challenges.
• Serves as a practice role model in areas of expertise.
• Maintains and develops own skills in areas of expertise.
• Demonstrates a high level of initiative in recognizing and resolving clinical problems.
• Demonstrates appropriate level of initiative and leadership in assuring WOC care is consistent with national standards and current research.
• Adheres to internal controls.
• Chart reviews for low risk residents who have developed pressure ulcers
• Weekly TAR Audits for completion of weekly wound measurements and Txs are changed in 21 days if wound is not improving.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Nursing
• Unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in the state of Virginia
• BLS preferred
• Experience in a long-term care/nursing facility preferred
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds

Benefits for Full Time Positions:

• 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.

3719 Knollridge Rd, Salem, VA 24153, USA