Wound Care Nurse (LPN or RN)

apartment Mountain View Care Center location_onBoulder City, NV 89005, US

The Wound Care Nurse (LPN or RN) is responsible for assessing, treating, and monitoring residents with wounds, skin conditions, and pressure injuries. This role ensures evidence-based wound care practices, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team to promote healing and prevent complications.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive wound assessments and ongoing evaluations
Develop, implement, and update individualized wound care treatment plans
Provide hands-on wound care, including dressing changes, debridement (as allowed by license), and skin treatments
Accurately document wound progress, measurements, photos, and treatments per facility policy
Monitor residents for signs of infection, delayed healing, or complications and report changes promptly
Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, dietitians, therapy, and nursing staff
Educate residents, families, and staff on wound prevention, treatment, and skin integrity
Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and facility regulations related to wound care
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
Assist with pressure injury prevention programs and audits
Maintain infection control standards and proper use of supplies
Participate in care plan meetings as needed

Qualifications

Current Nevada LPN or RN license in good standing
Minimum 1 year of nursing experience; SNF or long-term care preferred
Wound care experience strongly preferred
Wound Care Certification (WCC, WCN, or similar) preferred
Knowledge of pressure injury staging, treatment protocols, and skin integrity best practices
Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

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