Clinical Wound Specialist Nurse

Job overview

The Clinical Wound Specialist Nurse role is onsite in Farmington, NM; compensation is not specified, though the posting offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus. Cedar Ridge provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the Farmington community. The nurse leads specialized wound care to support healing and resident quality of life, combining direct assessment and treatment with care planning, staff education, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do

• Assess wounds on admission and at regular intervals
• provide routine and advanced treatments, including dressing changes, debridement, and compression therapy
• collaborate on individualized care plans
• educate residents and families
• document assessments, treatments, and progress
• monitor healing and report changes
• coordinate with physicians and other care professionals
• follow infection-control protocols
• train nursing staff
• and participate in rounds, audits, and quality-improvement initiatives.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

clinical wound specialist nurse

wound care

farmington nm

cedar ridge inn

registered nurse

licensed practical nurse

wound assessment

dressing changes

resident care

clinical leadership

$10,000 sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• Care Cash Program
• referral bonus program
• and a supportive, collaborative work environment.

Why this role

A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered. Wound care certification is preferred, with willingness to obtain certification within a specified timeframe if not already certified.

About the employer

Cedar Ridge Inn is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.