Wound Care Coordinator; LPN​/RN

Salary: $73,000 - $100,000

The Wound Care Coordinator oversees assessment, planning, and treatment for residents with wounds or skin integrity concerns. This role also leads the facility’s Weight Management Program, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality, resident-centered care.

• Assess, treat, and monitor wounds and skin conditions; create and update care plans
• Complete wound documentation within 48 hours and conduct weekly wound rounds
• Track healing progress and adjust treatments based on best practices
• Ensure accurate staging and documentation per NPUAP guidelines
• Collaborate with providers, families, and the interdisciplinary team
• Participate in MDS (Section M) and care planning processes
• Educate and train nursing staff on wound care practices
• Support discharge planning for residents with wound care needs
• Track treatments and support accurate billing

• Monitor resident weight trends and identify significant changes
• Implement interventions for weight loss/gain with care team
• Maintain documentation, care plans, and QAPI reporting

• Participate in QA meetings and report outcomes/trends
• Support nursing leadership duties (MOD rotation as needed)
• Assist with policy updates, budgeting, and staff training
• Provide hands‑on care and treatments within scope
• Promote a person-centered care environment

• Active Illinois RN or LPN license
• CPR certification (or obtain within 3 months)
• Wound care certification preferred
• 1+ year wound care experience (long‑term care preferred)
• Strong clinical, documentation, and communication skills
• Organized, self‑directed, and able to work independently
• Team‑oriented with leadership ability and sound judgment

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (effective the 1st of the month following hire)
• 401(k) with company match
• Daily Pay - early pay access
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Free meals during shifts
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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