Wound Care Assessment & Clinical Practice

Who This Program Is For

Full-time, permanent employees at least six months into their clinical caregiving or nursing position, nominated for expanded wound care responsibilities:

• CNA / Care Associate taking on expanded wound monitoring and documentation responsibilities
• LPN / LVN assigned to wound care team, charge nursing, or care lead roles requiring advanced wound assessment
• Charge Nurse or Care Lead responsible for wound care documentation and pressure injury prevention protocols
• Assisted living or memory care staff in communities with high-acuity residents requiring complex wound management

Learning Objectives

• Identify and classify wound types — including pressure injuries (Stage I–IV), venous, arterial, and diabetic foot ulcers — using established staging criteria
• Apply structured wound assessment techniques including the PUSH tool, wound measurement protocols, and healing intention classification
• Interpret and apply diagnostic laboratory data to evaluate resident wound healing status and nutritional risk
• Implement targeted nutritional interventions to support wound healing
• Apply infection control protocols specific to wound care, including wound cleansing technique and antimicrobial product selection
• Select and apply advanced wound care products based on wound characteristics, exudate level, and infection status
• Implement pressure injury prevention strategies including repositioning schedules and pressure redistribution device selection
• Provide patient-centered wound care through empathetic communication and resident education strategies