Registered Nurse Wound Care

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse specializing in Wound Care is responsible for providing skilled nursing care focused on wound and ostomy management within an inpatient hospital setting. This role involves patient assessment, treatment planning, medication administration, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The nurse will manage a patient ratio of approximately 1:8-10 and must have a minimum of two years of relevant hospital experience.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments related to wound and ostomy care.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with wounds and ostomies.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Provide patient and family education regarding wound and ostomy management.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of nursing care and patient status.

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of two years inpatient hospital nursing experience.
• Clinical skills in assessment, medication administration, and treatment planning.
• Strong interdisciplinary team collaboration and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Driver's license, car insurance, and reliable automobile for any required fieldwork.

• Specialized training or certification in wound and ostomy care.
• Experience in multiple nursing specialties such as Medical/Surgical, ICU, ER, or Operating Room.
• Additional certifications relevant to wound care or case management.

• No on-call, weekend, or block schedule requirements.
• Patient ratio expected to be between 1:8 and 1:10.
• Must be able to float between units as needed.

• Standard inpatient hospital shifts without block scheduling or weekend requirements.