Wound Care Coordinator- Field Technician

Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications

1. Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing, OT, or PT with Bachelor’s degree.
2. Current NH licensure as RN, PT or OT.   
3. Current NH licensed clinician certified in wound care.
4. Minimum of 2 years experience in wound care, preferably in home health.
5. Strong knowledge of wound care treatments, wound healing processes, and pressure injury prevention.
6. Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
7. Strong organizational and communication skills.
8. Proficiency in electronic medical records and OASIS documentation related to wounds.
9. Strong knowledge of insurance regulations related to wound care documentation.
10. Strong knowledge of supply management/formulary management.
11. Ability to educate peers related to wound care and documentation.
12. Knowledge of treatment of wounds that align with hospice goals of care.

Other Required

1. CPR certified
2. Satisfactory Criminal record and BEAS Record
3. Current state driver’s license required.
4. See competencies and physical demands of the position
5. Fully vaccinated

1. Responsibilities:
   1. Direct Clinical (in the field) – 80% of working hours (32 hours):
      1. Assesses, develops, implements, and evaluates individualized wound care treatment plans for home health patients
      2. Performs advanced wound care in the home
      3. Conducts in-home visits to assess and manage complex wound cases.
      4. Monitors and tracks wound healing progress and makes suggestions for treatment adjustments as needed.
      5. Participates in teams/case conferences to discuss wound management.
      6. Ensures cost effective use of wound care supplies while maintaining quality patient outcomes.

2. Coordination of Wound Care Program - (in office) – 20% of working hours (8 hours):

1. Provides education to clinicians, patients, and caregivers on wound prevention, healing, and management.
2. Collaborates with providers and clinics to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
3. Provides ongoing education, training, and support to nursing staff on best wound care practices, documentation, and treatment modalities.
4. Serves as a clinical resource for staff regarding wound management techniques and protocols.
5. Develops and implements competency assessments for wound care skills among clinical staff.
6. Assists in ensuring all wound care documentation meets regulatory and agency standards.
7. Monitors trends in wound care outcomes and assists with quality improvement initiatives related to wound care.
8. Stays up to date with all regulatory requirements for wound care in home health.

• Physical demands

Lifting/carrying to 35 lbs. max

Repetitive Motion - involving at least 50% of the time with same or repeat motion.

1. Working Environment

Inside multi person office

Travel in vehicle

Travel within entire territory

Exposure to outside weather conditions

Exposure to smoke or cleaning/other supplies in patient’s homes or facility where patient resides.