Wound Care Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs
Wound Care Licensed Practical Nurse jobs are open across home health agencies, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and outpatient clinics, at every level from new graduate to senior LPN, with specializations in chronic wound management, ostomy care, and post-surgical wound treatment. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Wound Care Nurse (LVN) provides specialized clinical nursing care for inpatient, outpatient, and swing bed populations presenting with acute, chronic, surgical, pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, or slow-healing wounds. Operating within North Texas Medical Center (NTMC), the Wound Care Nurse assesses, treats, manages, and documents wound care needs in close collaboration with attending physicians, hospitalists, wound care providers, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.
Clinical Assessment & Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive nursing evaluations of acute and chronic wounds, assessing wound dimensions, tissue viability, drainage, exudate, stoma/skin surrounding areas, vascular status, infection signs, and patient pain levels.
Wound Care Treatment & Procedures: Perform prescribed wound care treatments and dressing changes, including negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), compression therapy, topical applications, Unna boot application, and wound irrigation according to physician orders and established protocol.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians, hospitalists, physical therapists, dietitians, case managers, and outpatient services to coordinate individualized wound healing plans and care transitions.
Documentation & EMR Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely, and precise clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record (ex. Medhost or Athena) regarding wound staging, measurements, photographs, response to therapy, and patient progress. Documentation meets current standards and policies.
Patient & Caregiver Education: Provide instruction and education to patients, families, and caregivers on home dressing changes, infection prevention, nutritional support, pressure offloading, and signs of complications.
Quality Improvement & Prevention: Monitor pressure injury tracking, infection rates, and nursing-sensitive indicators; participate in quality improvement initiatives, safety huddles, and hospital-wide skin/wound prevention programs.
Practical Nursing Skills
- Conducts all duties within the scope of LVN license.
- Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.
- Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
- Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure.
- Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Supervisor, co-workers and physicians.
- Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
BASIC SKILLS
- Basic computer skills
- Advanced clinical assessment and knowledge of skin integrity, wound etiology, and wound management techniques.
- Proficiency in Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation and clinical workflow integration.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
WORK EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical LVN/LPN experience in medical surgical, acute care, or home health setting; prior dedicated wound care experience strongly preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Current LVN license in the State of Texas
- Current BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification within 90 days
- Advanced clinical assessment and knowledge of skin integrity, wound etiology, and wound management techniques.
- Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN), Wound Care Certified (WCC), or Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation and clinical workflow integration.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate clinical information to patients, families, physicians, and staff.
- Additional languages a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift 50 lbs alone and 150 lbs with assistance
- May be required to assist with patients or equipment up to 500 lbs.
- Ability to push, pull, lift, bend, kneel twist and reach above shoulder level.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
The Wound Care Nurse (LVN) provides specialized clinical nursing care for inpatient, outpatient, and swing bed populations presenting with acute, chronic, surgical, pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, or slow-healing wounds. Operating within North Texas Medical Center (NTMC), the Wound Care Nurse assesses, treats, manages, and documents wound care needs in close collaboration with attending physicians, hospitalists, wound care providers, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.
Clinical Assessment & Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive nursing evaluations of acute and chronic wounds, assessing wound dimensions, tissue viability, drainage, exudate, stoma/skin surrounding areas, vascular status, infection signs, and patient pain levels.
Wound Care Treatment & Procedures: Perform prescribed wound care treatments and dressing changes, including negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), compression therapy, topical applications, Unna boot application, and wound irrigation according to physician orders and established protocol.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians, hospitalists, physical therapists, dietitians, case managers, and outpatient services to coordinate individualized wound healing plans and care transitions.
Documentation & EMR Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely, and precise clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record (ex. Medhost or Athena) regarding wound staging, measurements, photographs, response to therapy, and patient progress. Documentation meets current standards and policies.
Patient & Caregiver Education: Provide instruction and education to patients, families, and caregivers on home dressing changes, infection prevention, nutritional support, pressure offloading, and signs of complications.
Quality Improvement & Prevention: Monitor pressure injury tracking, infection rates, and nursing-sensitive indicators; participate in quality improvement initiatives, safety huddles, and hospital-wide skin/wound prevention programs.
Practical Nursing Skills
- Conducts all duties within the scope of LVN license.
- Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.
- Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
- Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure.
- Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Supervisor, co-workers and physicians.
- Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
BASIC SKILLS
- Basic computer skills
- Advanced clinical assessment and knowledge of skin integrity, wound etiology, and wound management techniques.
- Proficiency in Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation and clinical workflow integration.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
WORK EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical LVN/LPN experience in medical surgical, acute care, or home health setting; prior dedicated wound care experience strongly preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Current LVN license in the State of Texas
- Current BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification within 90 days
- Advanced clinical assessment and knowledge of skin integrity, wound etiology, and wound management techniques.
- Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN), Wound Care Certified (WCC), or Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation and clinical workflow integration.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate clinical information to patients, families, physicians, and staff.
- Additional languages a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift 50 lbs alone and 150 lbs with assistance
- May be required to assist with patients or equipment up to 500 lbs.
- Ability to push, pull, lift, bend, kneel twist and reach above shoulder level.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
- RestorixHealth11
- Asure Wound Solutions11
- PruittHealth8
- CHSGa5
- Saber Healthcare4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in wound care licensed practical nurse jobs.
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of employment
- Experience assessing, staging, and documenting wounds including pressure injuries and diabetic ulcers
- Proficiency with wound care dressings, debridement assistance, and infection management techniques
- Knowledge of wound care protocols such as negative pressure wound therapy and compression therapy
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited organization
- Ability to operate electronic health record systems for wound assessment documentation and care planning
Tips for Your Wound Care Licensed Practical Nurse Job Search
Highlight wound-specific certifications prominently
Certifications like the Wound Care Certified credential from the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy set your resume apart. Place them in a dedicated certifications section near the top, not buried in a list of continuing education credits.
Tailor your resume to the care setting
Wound care LPN roles in home health require different language than those in skilled nursing facilities or hospital outpatient departments. Adjust your resume so it mirrors the setting's terminology, whether that's home visit documentation or surgical wound protocols.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists wound care licensed practical nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter for roles matching your documentation system experience
Many wound care LPN postings list specific electronic health record platforms as requirements. Applying to roles where you already have hands-on documentation experience reduces friction in the screening process and strengthens your candidacy from the start.
Prepare case-based answers for clinical interviews
Wound care LPN interviews often include scenario questions about wound staging, infection identification, or dressing selection. Rehearse structured responses using real patient cases from your clinical background, focusing on your assessment process and the outcome you achieved.
Negotiate scheduling terms alongside compensation
Home health wound care roles frequently involve mileage reimbursement, on-call expectations, and flexible visit windows that vary widely by employer. Clarify these terms during the offer stage so your total compensation picture is accurate before you accept.
Wound Care Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most wound care licensed practical nurses?
RestorixHealth, Asure Wound Solutions, and PruittHealth are hiring the most wound care licensed practical nurses right now, with openings concentrated in Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Home health agencies and long-term care networks tend to post the highest volume of these roles consistently.
How many wound care licensed practical nurse jobs are remote?
About 52% of wound care licensed practical nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of most positions. Care coordination roles, wound care documentation review, and telehealth triage functions within larger health systems represent the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a wound care licensed practical nurse?
Start by completing an accredited practical nursing program and passing the NCLEX-PN to obtain your LPN license. Gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting that treats wound patients, such as a skilled nursing facility or home health agency. From there, pursue a recognized wound care certification, which typically requires documented clinical wound care hours and passing a written exam administered by a credentialing body such as the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy.
Can you get hired as a wound care licensed practical nurse with limited experience?
Yes, some wound care LPN positions are open to candidates with limited direct wound care experience, particularly in long-term care facilities and home health agencies that offer on-the-job specialty training. Emphasize any clinical rotations, med-surg floor experience, or exposure to dressing changes and wound assessments in your resume. Applying to roles that list wound care training as a benefit rather than a prerequisite improves your chances significantly early in your career.
What does the wound care licensed practical nurse interview process look like?
Most wound care LPN interviews include an initial phone or video screen with a recruiter followed by a clinical interview with a nurse manager or director of nursing. You should expect scenario-based questions about wound staging, infection recognition, dressing selection, and documentation practices. Some employers conduct a skills demonstration or competency checklist review during an in-person visit before extending an offer, particularly for home health or specialty clinic roles.
Where can I find and apply to wound care licensed practical nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to wound care licensed practical nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialty area, care setting preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.
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