Wound Care Nurse

Job Title: Wound Care Nurse
Location: Emerald Care Center, Tulsa
Department: Nursing
Reports to: Nurse Manager/DON
Position Type: FT M-F Salary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Wound Care Nurse to join our dedicated team at Emerald Care Center Tulsa. The Wound Care Nurse will play a critical role in assessing, planning, and implementing comprehensive wound care for our residents. This role requires a deep understanding of wound care management, excellent clinical skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

This position operates in a clinical healthcare environment. Emerald Care Center Tulsa is a unique, 24‑hour skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility offering quality healthcare services to residents throughout beautiful Tulsa, OK.

It Feels Like Home.

• Assessment and Planning:
  Conduct thorough assessments of residents’ wounds, including the evaluation of wound type, stage, and underlying conditions. Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessment findings and best practices.
• Wound Treatment:
  Administer wound care treatments, including dressing changes, debridement, and application of topical agents. Ensure proper techniques and infection control practices are followed.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and develop treatment plans. Provide education and guidance to nursing staff on wound care practices and protocols.
• Monitoring and Documentation:
  Regularly monitor and document the progress of wound healing, changes in condition, and response to treatments. Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records in compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Patient and Family
  
  Education:
  
  Educate residents and their families on wound care procedures, prevention strategies, and the importance of adherence to treatment plans. Address any questions or concerns regarding wound care.
• Quality Improvement:
  Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to wound care. Review and analyze wound care outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
• Emergency Response:
  Respond to urgent wound care needs and manage complex wound cases in collaboration with other healthcare team members.
• Staffing:
  Participate in weekend phone rotation.

• Education:
  
  Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a valid state nursing license. Wound Care Certification (WCC) and Infection Preventionist (IP) certification required. If not currently certified, MUST be willing to obtain certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of INSERT PREFERENCE HERE year of experience in wound care, preferably in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting.

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in wound care management and treatment techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.