Home Health Wound Care Nurse

Patriot at Home is seeking a Wound Care Nurse to provide specialized wound management services to patients in their homes across Summit, Stark, Medina, and Portage Counties. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct clinical impact in your community while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Clinical Setting

You will deliver home health wound care services, working Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. This role requires visiting patients in their homes, some of which may not be wheelchair accessible. You must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation, as mileage reimbursement is provided for company travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive wound assessments, including measurement, staging, and documentation of wound characteristics
• Develop and implement individualized wound care plans in collaboration with the physician and interdisciplinary team
• Administer prescribed treatments and procedures, including wound debridement (as applicable by license and certification), dressing changes, and infection management
• Educate patients and caregivers on wound care management, nutrition, skin care, and prevention strategies
• Monitor and document wound progression, response to treatment, and any signs of complications
• Communicate effectively with the physician and care team to ensure continuity of care and timely updates on patient condition
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and wound care performance improvement activities
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards and universal precautions at all times
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff nurses regarding wound management best practices

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
• Licensed in the state as an RN or LPN
• Certification in Wound Care (WCC, CWON, CWCN, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience
• Strong knowledge of wound healing principles, wound dressings, and negative pressure therapy (VAC)
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid guidelines
• Current CPR certification
• Criminal background check clearance
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Home health experience
• Wound care experience

Physical Requirements

This position requires sufficient hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity for patient assessments and care. Standard nursing activities include walking, sitting, stooping, standing, and varying lifting, moving, and turning of patients.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is paid at a competitive salary with the opportunity to earn additional income by picking up visits at the per diem rate. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental insurance (begins immediately upon hire), company 401(k) with 4% company matching, mileage reimbursement, paid time off, minimal holiday rotation, and access to a hardship program to support staff during challenging times.

Technology Support

Patriot at Home uses Roger AI, an AI-powered documentation application that helps complete home health documentation in minutes instead of hours. You can record or dictate your notes and assessments, and Roger prepares and guides you through the process, filling out the entire chart in the EHR for you. This allows you to focus more time on patient care and personal time.