Wound Care Nurse (LPN or RN) in Boulder City, NV

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