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.
Wound Nurse (RN/LPN) Norview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing - 2.5 Norfolk, VA Job Details Full-time $35 - $43 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Visual skin assessment Nursing Patient progress tracking Skilled nursing facility experience Long-term care regulations RN License Health education for healthcare providers Regulatory compliance Care documentation Mid-level Long-term care facility experience Clinical staff mentoring Care coordination meetings experience Quality improvement Wound care supplies Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning LPN Patient progress monitoring Patient treatment Care plan implementation Wound dressing Healthcare compliance Communication skills Ostomy care Skin management Cross-functional communication Quality assurance experience within healthcare
Full Job Description Wound Nurse RN/LPN Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Wound Care Nurse to join our team. The Wound Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of residents with wounds, ostomies, pressure injuries, and other skin conditions. This role ensures that all wound care practices meet current clinical standards and regulatory requirements.
Benefits and Perks:
Health Insurance Dental + Vison 401k Tuition reimbursement through
ECPI 1.5
Holiday Pay 1.5 Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week Employee recognition programs
Daily Pay Key Responsibilities:
Conduct regular skin assessments on residents to identify wounds, pressure injuries, or areas at risk. Develop and implement individualized wound care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Perform wound treatments, dressing changes, and other therapeutic interventions as prescribed. Monitor wound healing and document progress accurately and consistently. Educate staff on wound prevention strategies, skin integrity, and proper dressing techniques. Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive wound management. Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations related to wound care in long-term care settings. Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs. Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for nursing staff regarding wound care practices. Order and maintain wound care supplies and equipment. Attend and contribute to care plan meetings and other interdisciplinary team meetings.
Qualifications:
Required:
Active Virginia RN or LPN license
Preferred:
Wound Care Certification Experience:
Minimum 1-2 years of clinical wound care experience, preferably in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility. Strong knowledge of wound care products, protocols, and documentation practices. Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift and reposition residents when needed. Manual dexterity to perform wound care tasks.
Environment:
Work will be performed primarily indoors at one of our long-term healthcare facilities, throughout all areas, including in resident rooms, and on carpeted and/or tiled floors. Work will be performed there routinely around other co-workers, healthcare staff, residents, and guests. Due to the nature of facility's business, worker may be exposed to occasional slippery floors, object on floors, chemicals, sharp objects, hazardous materials and waste (including human), blood borne pathogens, and communicable diseases, as well as high-stress medical and/or life threatening situations.
About Eastern Healthcare Group:
Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. We are committed to creating a nurturing, family-like atmosphere where staff develop meaningful relationships with residents and where exceptional patient outcomes are the standard.
