Wound Care Support Nurse (CMA/LPN)

POSITION: Wound Care Support Nurse (CMA/LPN)

DEPARTMENT: Clinic

HOURS: 64 hours per pay period/ Non-Exempt

WAGE RANGE: $24.19 - $31.14

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the wound care provider in patient evaluations, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Perform wound assessments, dressing changes, and assist with wound care procedures per provider direction and established protocols.
• Document patient encounters, treatments, and progress accurately within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Provide patient education on wound management, dressing care, and prevention strategies.
• Coordinate with providers, nurses, and ancillary services to ensure continuity of care.
• Support inventory management of wound care supplies and ensure clinic readiness.
• Participate in cross-training and provide clinical support for specialty areas.
• Provide occasional rooming support in Primary Care when needed to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies, infection control standards, and best practices in wound management.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to be cross trained in multiple specialty care areas.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in wound care, specialty or outpatient clinic settings.
• Wound Care Certification (WCC, CWCA, or equivalent).
• Experience with electronic health record systems (Epic preferred).

SKILL(S):

• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) effectively and professionally with clients of all ages, co-workers, practitioners and administration.
• Patient Education: Ability to explain complex care instructions clearly and compassionately to patients and families.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work well within a team and independently for any nurse-led visits.
• Good organizational skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Time Management: Prioritizes tasks efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining quality care standards.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn new specialties and float between departments as needed.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in aseptic technique, wound measurement, and use of wound care products and compression therapy.
• Critical Thinking: Recognizes changes in wound healing or patient condition and appropriately escalates concerns.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – up to 26 days per year
• Single Health Insurance premium paid in full
• Affordable Family Health Insurance premiums
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Public Employee Retirement Association of MN (PERA)
• On-site Child Care Center
• Wellness Center Membership discount

CCM Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

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