Licensed Vocational Nurse WOUND CARE

Job Summary:The Full-Time Traveling Wound Care Nurse provides skilled, evidence-based wound care services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Mid-Level Provider (NP/PA) and collaborating physician, in accordance with company policies and applicable state and federal regulations.The primary objective of this role is to deliver safe, ethical wound care while maintaining strict adherence to the scope of practice. This position requires flexibility, travel readiness, strong communication, and collaborative clinical decision-making.This is a salaried, full-time role that includes travel and coverage responsibilities as part of the compensation structure.Core Principles & Professional StandardsFirst duty is to do no harmAct as a patient advocate at all timesDeliver ethical, safe, and evidence-based wound careRecognize scope limitations and escalate care appropriatelyMaintain collaborative communication with supervising licensed providersUnderstand that coordination with a licensed provider is mandatory, as clinical decisions impact the supervising provider’s licensePractice strictly within the scope permitted by individual licensure (LVN, LPN, or RN)Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesClinical Care & Patient ManagementTravel to assigned patient locations and see patients at least once weekly, or as clinically indicatedMaintain an average productivity target of approximately 20 patients per weekPerform comprehensive wound assessments within the individual scope of practiceDocument wound characteristics, including size, depth, drainage, tissue type, and surrounding skinPerform non-sharp wound care treatments in accordance with established treatment plansImplement wound dressing changes per mid-level ordersMonitor for signs of infection, ischemia, deterioration, or complicationsEscalate all clinical concerns to the supervising mid-level providerNo sharp debridement procedures are permitted unless specifically authorized within the RN/LVN/LPN scope and company policyOrder DMEPrescribe antibioticsInitiate new wound orders without mid-level collaborationAll escalations must be collaborative and clearly documentedCare Coordination & CollaborationCoordinate care with the supervising NP/PA prior to:Treatment plan changesEscalationsSuspected infectionsWorsening woundsCommunicate effectively with:Patients and caregiversHome health agenciesSkilled nursing facilitiesPrimary care providersServe as an extension of the supervising licensed provider while recognizing scope boundariesUnderstand that all clinical coordination protects both patient safety and the supervising provider’s licenseDocumentation & CommunicationComplete all SOAP notes on the same day of service by 9:00 PM PSTMaintain accurate, compliant, and detailed documentationRespond daily to:Company emailInternal chat messagesMedical record requestsDocument mileage and visit activity per company policyNotify scheduling and leadership of any barriers to completing visitsTravel & Coverage ExpectationsThis is a traveling clinical role within California.Clinicians must be able and willing to:Must be willing and able to travel to any assigned coverage area based on operational needsTravel to additional regions as operationally requiredProvide coverage support when requestedMileage reimbursement, flights, hotels, and approved travel-related expenses will be reimbursed per company policy.Flexibility and availability are required as part of full-time salaried expectations.Compliance & Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain an active, unrestricted nursing license (LVN, LPN, or RN as applicable)Practice strictly within the scope of licensureNo independent prescribingNo independent DME orderingNo sharp debridement unless specifically authorized under licensure and company policyParticipate in required training and quality improvement initiativesMaintain professionalism in all patient and agency interactionsProvide timely notification of planned or unplanned time off to ensure continuity of careWork ScheduleFull-TimeMonday–FridayTypical clinical hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMActual schedule may vary based on patient volume and coverage needsPrimary Goal of the RoleTo deliver safe, compliant, and collaborative wound care while supporting supervising licensed providers, maintaining patient continuity, and contributing to operational stability across regions.

Created: 2026-03-04