Wound Care Nurse / Infection Preventionist RN or LPN Join Nightingale at Arkadelphia - Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Nightingale at Arkadelphia is seeking a dedicated and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our long-term care team as a Wound Care Nurse and Infection Preventionist . This role oversees wound care services and infection prevention practices throughout the facility, provides floor nursing coverage as needed, and participates in a rotating weekend call schedule. Key Responsibilities Wound Care Assess, monitor, and manage residents' wounds in accordance with current standards of care. Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized wound care plans. Perform wound treatments and dressing changes as ordered, documenting progress accurately. Monitor residents for signs of infection, complications, and changes in wound condition. Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing staff, residents, and families regarding wound care needs. Infection Prevention Serve as the facility's Infection Preventionist and oversee the infection prevention and control program. Monitor, identify, investigate, and help prevent infections and communicable diseases among residents and staff. Conduct infection surveillance and maintain accurate documentation and reports. Provide education and training to staff on wound care, infection prevention, hand hygiene, PPE, isolation precautions, and related practices. Participate in infection prevention audits, quality improvement activities, and facility assessments. Nursing & Clinical Support Work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team to address wound care and infection prevention concerns. Provide floor nursing coverage when needed to support staffing and resident care needs. Perform nursing duties within scope of licensure, including assessments, medication administration, treatments, documentation, and coordination of resident care. Assist with resident emergencies and other clinical needs when nursing coverage is required. Maintain professional communication with residents, families, physicians, staff, and other healthcare professionals. Follow all facility policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal long-term care requirements. Qualifications Current, unrestricted RN license or LPN license in the state of Arkansas. Wound care certification preferred but not required. Previous wound care, long-term care, skilled nursing, or infection prevention experience preferred. Strong knowledge of wound assessment, treatment, documentation, and infection prevention practices. Excellent communication, organization, clinical judgment, and documentation skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the nursing and interdisciplinary teams. Willingness to provide floor nursing coverage when needed. Willingness to participate in a rotating weekend call schedule. Commitment to providing compassionate, safe, and high-quality care to long-term care residents. Schedule This position includes regular wound care and Infection Preventionist responsibilities, floor nursing coverage as needed, and participation in a rotating weekend call schedule. Flexibility is required to assist the nursing department and facility when staffing or resident care needs arise. If you are a dedicated and compassionate RN with a passion for wound care and infection prevention, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.