Licensed Practical Nurse Wound Center

Job Details

Kettering Health Dayton | Dayton | Full-Time | Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Wound Center provides direct nursing care to patients with acute and chronic wounds, supporting assessment, treatment, and patient education under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. This role ensures safe, evidence-based wound care interventions, promotes healing, and contributes to positive patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration and adherence to regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program.

Required Work Experience:

• None required beyond completion of an accredited LPN program.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Ohio. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Skills:

• Knowledge of nursing principles and practices within the LPN scope of practice
• proficiency in medication administration and clinical documentation
• ability to measure and record vital signs accurately
• proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• effective verbal and written communication
• strong observational and critical thinking skills
• ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary care teams
• understanding of HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards
• strong organizational and time management skills.

Competencies:

• Nursing competencies are based on ACHC standards or department specific needs/specialties

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience in wound care or an outpatient clinical setting.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Wound Care Certified (WCC) or similar wound care certification.

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.