Wound Care Nurse RN

Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Wound Care Nurse RN to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide specialized wound management and advanced nursing care to patients across various settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinics. Your expertise will help promote healing, prevent complications, and improve patient outcomes through comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and patient education. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while working within a collaborative and innovative environment. Duties Conduct thorough wound assessments, including measuring, documentation, and evaluation of wound progress using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Epic or Cerner. Develop individualized wound care plans incorporating advanced techniques like suturing, vacuum-assisted closure (VAC), and application of dressings tailored to each patient's needs. Administer treatments such as debridement, compression therapy, and botulinum toxin injections for specific wound types when qualified. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including physicians specializing in ophthalmology, infectious disease care, or geriatrics—to coordinate comprehensive patient care. Educate patients and their families on wound management techniques, infection prevention, and lifestyle modifications to support healing at home or in assisted living environments. Monitor vital signs, perform physical examinations, and assess for signs of infection or complications during routine visits or triage calls. Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain accurate medical documentation reflecting all assessments, treatments, and patient interactions. Requirements Valid RN (Registered Nurse) license with current state certification. Proven experience in wound care management within hospital settings such as Level I Trauma Centers or ICU environments. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems including Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth for documentation purposes. Knowledge of advanced nursing procedures including suturing, IV infusion, catheterization, sterile technique, phlebotomy, and aseptic procedures. Experience working with diverse patient populations such as geriatrics in memory care or individuals with developmental disabilities. Critical care experience in settings like ICU or emergency medicine is highly preferred. Additional skills in areas such as pain management, infection control, trauma medicine, or hospice & palliative medicine are advantageous. Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered wound care! We value your expertise and dedication as we work together to foster healing and improve quality of life for our patients across all stages of health.

Pay:

$36.00 - $39.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person