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Wound Care / Staff Development Nurse
Knollwood Healthcare – Mobile, AL
Knollwood Healthcare is looking for a dedicated and experienced Wound Care / Staff Development Nurse to join our team! We are seeking a compassionate, organized nursing professional who is committed to providing high-quality resident care while supporting and educating our nursing staff.
Position Responsibilities
- Assess, monitor, and manage residents with wounds and skin conditions.
- Develop and implement individualized wound care plans.
- Perform ongoing wound assessments and document progress accurately.
- Monitor treatments and ensure wound care orders are followed appropriately.
- Collaborate with physicians, wound care providers, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Identify changes in residents' skin integrity and communicate concerns promptly.
- Provide education and training to nursing staff regarding wound prevention, treatment, infection control, and documentation.
- Assist with orientation and ongoing education of nursing staff.
- Conduct competency training and skills education as needed.
- Monitor nursing practices for compliance with facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
- Assist with survey readiness and regulatory compliance.
- Promote a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
Qualifications
- Current Alabama RN or LPN license in good standing.
- Previous long-term care/skilled nursing experience preferred.
- Wound care experience strongly preferred.
- Staff development, education, or nursing leadership experience preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to educate, coach, and work effectively with nursing staff.
- Knowledge of CMS, state, and long-term care regulatory requirements preferred.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay – Based on Experience
- Supportive Leadership Team
- Opportunities for Professional Growth
- Positive Team Environment
- Ongoing Education and Training
- Great Opportunity to Make a Difference in Resident Care
Join the Knollwood Healthcare team and help us provide exceptional care while developing and supporting the nurses who make it possible!
Knollwood Healthcare – Mobile, Alabama
Apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Wound care: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Licensed Practical Nurse (Required)
- RN License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Mobile, AL 36693 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $33