Wound Care & Weight Management Coordinator; RN​/LPN

Wound Care Coordinator (RN/LPN)

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.

Job Description

Salary: $73,000 - $100,000

Wound Care Coordinator (RN/LPN)

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.



Key Responsibilities

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

Weight Management

Monitor resident weight trends and identify significant changes

Implement interventions for weight loss/gain with care team

Maintain documentation, care plans, and QAPI reporting

Leadership & Support

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

Qualifications

Active Illinois RN or LPN license

CPR certification (or obtained 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

Benefits For Full-Time Employees

• 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)