Wound Nurse RN

Avalon Health Care Group; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health benefits

FSA

Life insurance

AD&D

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Critical illness

Accident coverage

Hospital indemnity

Legal benefits

Identity protection

Pet insurance

Auto/Home insurance

Job summary

Avalon Health Care Group is seeking a Wound Nurse RN to join our Yakima team. The ideal candidate coordinates wound care and oversees the skin management program, collaborating with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.

Requirements include an active RN license, geriatric experience, and strong communication. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits in a patient‑centered environment.

Qualifications

• Wound care experience with geriatrics is required.
• Current RN license to practice in the state.
• Comfort with interdisciplinary care planning and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the center's wound care and skin management program.
• Develop and document care plans with residents and families.
• Implement nursing interventions with timely evaluations.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Respond to call lights and resident needs promptly.

Skills

Wound care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Infection control

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Avalon Care Center Yakima is now hiring a Wound Nurse to join our outstanding team!

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Wound Nurse RN to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the center's wound care and oversee the general application of the skin management program and treatment care.

$54.00 - $58.00 /hr

Monday - Friday

Full-time Are Eligible For

• 401K
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA & Dependent Care FSA
• Life Insurance
• AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance.

Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401k

Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide input for individualized plan of care in collaboration with the resident/responsible party and interdisciplinary care team by documenting problems, statements, goals, and approaches.
• Define realistic and obtainable long and short-term goals for the residents.
• Initiate appropriate nursing interventions with time frames for outcome evaluations and document appropriately in medical record.
• Revise plan of care with input from resident/responsible party and interdisciplinary care team.
• Implement teaching with resident/responsible party consistent with interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices.
• Transcribe physician and/or other health care professionals’ orders appropriately and accurately.
• Ask for clarification of questionable orders from the ordering physician and/or other health care professionals.
• Notify physician and/or other health care professionals if orders are not carried out and document event appropriately.
• Perform only those activities which are within the scope of RN nursing practice.
• Follow company, facility and departmental policies and procedures, and appropriately utilize nursing judgment.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all medical records and reporting forms.
• Promptly respond to call lights and other resident needs.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in practicing state.
• Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
• Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents, and family members.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers, and other facility staff.

Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you believe this posting does not comply with WA law, send notice to [e-mail].

This facility complies with the Nurse License Compact (NLC) regulations. Applicants can learn more at https://nursecompact.com .