Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
Significant wound care experience preferred.
Previous healthcare leadership or management experience preferred.
Knowledge of wound care practices and regulatory requirements is essential.
Hyperbaric medicine experience or certification is advantageous.
Wound care certification (e.g., CWCN, CWS, WCC) preferred.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight for the Wound Healing Institute.
Supervise and develop clinical and support staff.
Coordinate wound care and hyperbaric services for patient safety and quality.
Collaborate with hospital leadership and physicians for care continuity.
Monitor patient outcomes and departmental performance metrics.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Identify service expansion opportunities and support program growth.
Benefits
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off
Health insurance
Retirement benefits
Supportive team-oriented environment
Opportunity to lead and expand community-focused services.
Full Job Description
Director of Wound Healing Institute - Full Time
Northwest Florida Community Hospital | Chipley, FL
This position is responsible for the overall operations of the Wound Healing Institute, including staff leadership, quality patient care, regulatory compliance, program development, and continued growth of wound care services.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and day-to-day oversight of the Wound Healing Institute.
Supervise, support, and develop clinical and support staff.
Coordinate wound care and hyperbaric services to promote safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
Work closely with physicians, providers, hospital leadership, and other departments to ensure continuity of care.
Monitor patient outcomes, quality measures, productivity, and departmental performance.
Maintain compliance with hospital policies and applicable regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards.
Maintain an understanding of wound care and hyperbaric billing, coding, documentation, and reimbursement requirements.
Work collaboratively with billing and revenue cycle staff to help ensure services are properly documented and billed.
Monitor documentation and processes to identify opportunities to improve reimbursement and reduce billing issues or denials.
Oversee scheduling, staffing, supplies, equipment, and other departmental operational needs.
Support staff education and ensure required competencies and training are maintained.
Assist with budgeting, expense management, and departmental goals.
Promote patient satisfaction and a positive patient experience.
Identify opportunities to expand services, increase referrals, and support continued program growth.
Participate in community outreach and education related to wound care services.
Maintain a strong culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and compassionate care.
Qualifications:
Current Florida RN license required.
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field preferred.
Previous wound care experience strongly preferred.
Previous healthcare leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred.
Knowledge of wound care practices, quality improvement, and healthcare regulatory requirements.
Hyperbaric medicine experience or certification is a plus.
Wound care certification such as CWCN, CWS, WCC, or equivalent is preferred.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to effectively lead a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership.
What We Offer:
Competitive pay
Full-time benefits package
Paid time off
Health insurance
Retirement benefits
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Opportunity to lead and grow an important service for our community
If you are an experienced healthcare professional with a passion for wound care, leadership, and improving patient outcomes, we would love to hear from you!
