Base Rate:

RN $35.00 starting Location/About us: Located in Madison MS. 60 bed long term care building.

Shift:

Flexible M-F starting time between 6A-9A.

Job Title:

Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN) Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN) to lead our resident skin health and wound management program. In this role, you will deliver specialized, evidence-based clinical care for complex wounds, conduct comprehensive assessments, collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team, and support residents and families with personalized education to promote optimal healing.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Treatment:

Assess, manage, and treat complex skin conditions, including pressure injuries, vascular/diabetic ulcers, and traumatic wounds using current clinical protocols.

Assessment & Documentation:

Conduct thorough initial and weekly wound evaluations; accurately document healing progression, measurements, and staging in the electronic health record.

Care Coordination:

Obtain, transcribe, and execute physician orders for wound treatments, specialty dressings, equipment, and medications.

Care Planning:

Partner with the interdisciplinary team to design, update, and implement individualized skin integrity and prevention plans.

Education & Discharge:

Instruct residents and families on wound prevention and ongoing maintenance to support safe discharge transitions.

Resource Management:

Monitor and order specialty wound care supplies and clinical equipment with supervisory approval.

Qualifications Licensure:

Active, unencumbered state Registered Nurse (RN) license.

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of clinical RN experience (long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation setting preferred).

Specialized Training:

Verified continuing education in wound care and pressure injury staging (WCC, CWOCN, or WCN certification is a strong plus). Physical & Facility Requirements Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and stoop for extended periods. Manual dexterity to perform intricate clinical treatments and dressing changes. Ability to lift, push, pull, or move at least 25 pounds safely. Compliance with standard facility health requirements, including physical evaluations and mandatory immunization screenings.

Pay:

From $35.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person