Wound Care Nurse

Job overview

The Wound Care Nurse role is onsite in North Ridgeville, OH; compensation is not specified. The position is in the Nursing Department and reports to the Director of Nursing at Northridge Rehabilitation & Care Center. The nurse provides specialized wound care to support healing and prevent complications. The role assesses wounds and related health factors, develops and adjusts individualized care plans, delivers treatments, educates patients and families, documents progress, and works with other healthcare providers on comprehensive care.

What you'll do

• Assess wounds and relevant health factors
• collaborate on treatment plans
• develop individualized wound care plans
• apply dressings and provide wound cleansing, debridement, compression therapy, and skin substitutes
• monitor and document healing
• educate patients and families
• coordinate with healthcare providers
• support infection prevention and quality improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

wound care nurse

wound assessment

wound management

pressure ulcers

infection control

patient education

skilled nursing facility

north ridgeville oh

northridge rehabilitation & care center

registered nurse

licensed practical nurse

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting identifies a skilled nursing facility setting and lists Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensure; wound-care certification is described as often required or highly preferred.

About the employer

Northridge Rehabilitation & Care Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.