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RN or LPN Wound Nurse
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$60,755 / year median in North Carolina
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Wound / Treatment Nurse (RN or LPN) Full-Time | Part-Time | Day Shift We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Wound / Treatment Nurse (RN or LPN) to coordinate and provide wound care and prescribed treatments for residents. This role is critical to skin integrity, healing outcomes, regulatory compliance, and overall quality of care. This position is ideal for a nurse who is organized, clinically strong, and passionate about wound management and treatment accuracy. Responsibilities Coordinate and administer physician-ordered wound care and treatments Perform skin assessments on all new admissions and ongoing residents Monitor, photograph, and document wound progress and interventions Communicate changes in wound condition to physicians, nursing leadership, and families as appropriate Maintain accurate and timely wound documentation and treatment records Participate in care planning, MDS support, and interdisciplinary collaboration related to wound care Assist with tube feedings and related treatments as assigned Order wound care supplies and maintain appropriate inventory levels Participate in quality assurance, survey readiness, and audits related to skin integrity Provide education and guidance to nursing staff on wound care practices Complete incident reports and documentation related to skin or treatment concerns Ensure treatment areas are clean, safe, and compliant with infection control standards Qualifications Current, active RN or LPN license in the state Wound care or treatment nursing experience preferred Strong knowledge of skin integrity, wound staging, and treatment protocols Excellent documentation and organizational skills Ability to work independently and meet regulatory timelines Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills Physical Requirements Standing and walking throughout the facility Bending, lifting, and assisting residents with positioning and treatments Exposure to clinical environments, bodily fluids, and wound care supplies Reasonable accommodations may be provided. Why Join Us Specialized nursing role with direct impact on resident outcomes Opportunity to focus on wound care and treatment excellence Supportive nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teamwork Purpose-driven work in long-term care Apply today to help lead wound care and treatment services with accuracy, compassion, and clinical integrity.