Wound Care Nurse RN or LPN

Key responsibilities

Wound assessment and treatment

Evaluate wounds to determine their type, stage, and size, and then create and implement individualized treatment plans.

Wound care procedures

Perform wound care duties such as cleaning, debriding (removing dead tissue), and applying dressings, while ensuring sterile techniques are used.

Monitoring and documentation

Monitor patient progress and document all care provided. This includes documenting for reimbursement purposes, such as Medicare.

Education

Educate residents, their families, and other staff on wound care, infection prevention, and injury prevention techniques, particularly focusing on preventing pressure ulcers.

Collaboration

Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, to coordinate care and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.

Order writing

Write nursing orders that support wound healing and help prevent skin breakdown.

Infection control

Monitor for signs of infection and implement protocols to prevent it.

Staying current

Keep up-to-date with the latest wound care research, techniques, and products.