Wound Nurse / Treatment Nurse

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

About the Role

Outfield Healthcare Partners is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our skilled nursing team in Independence, Missouri . This role is responsible for leading skin integrity and wound management programs to promote healing, prevent breakdown, and ensure regulatory compliance.

If you’re passionate about wound care, quality outcomes, and making a real difference for residents—this role is for you.

Walk-in interviews welcome

Position Summary

The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for assessing, treating, documenting, and monitoring residents with wounds, pressure injuries, and skin integrity concerns. This position collaborates closely with nursing leadership, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure best practices and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive skin and wound assessments

Obtain and carry out wound care treatment orders

Monitor wound healing progress and recommend treatment changes

Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately

Track pressure ulcers and skin alterations, including weekly measurements and reports

Ensure completion and accuracy of Braden risk assessments

Implement and monitor preventive interventions for at-risk residents

Educate nursing staff on wound care protocols and best practices

Coordinate wound care supplies with central supply

Assist DON and Medical Director with case reviews related to pressure injuries

Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives

Stay current on state, federal, and industry wound care standards

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program

Active nursing license in the state of Missouri (required)

Minimum 1 year wound care experience in a long-term care setting preferred

2+ years of skilled nursing facility experience preferred

Current BLS/CPR certification

Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills

Knowledge of skin integrity programs, prevention strategies, and regulatory requirements

Why Join Outfield Healthcare Partners?

Stable, full-time position

Leadership support and collaboration

Opportunity to specialize and grow in wound care

Resident-focused, team-oriented culture

Equal Opportunity Employer

Outfield Healthcare Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.