Clinical Nurse II - VCVH Wound Care (Per Diem, Day)

NorthBay Health; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, disability, and long-term care

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Education reimbursement

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Job summary

NorthBay Health in California seeks a Registered Nurse in the Center for Wound Care to provide safe, effective, patient-centered nursing care. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for all patients assigned, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to promote healing.

The role requires BSN or higher, California RN license, BLS and ACLS, and telemetry certification within 3 months. Minimum six months acute care experience; wound care and ostomy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; RN license in California.
• BSN or higher required (no grandfathered employees).
• Current California RN license with BLS and ACLS.
• Telemetry certification within 3 months of hire.
• Minimum 6 months acute care RN experience; 6 months wound care/ostomy preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Provide inpatient wound/ostomy consultation and pressure ulcer assessment.
• Maintain therapeutic professional relationships with patients and families; collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Uphold professional nursing practice standards and NorthBay Health policies.

Skills

Acute care RN

Wound care

Ostomy care

Telemetry certification

Communication skills

Education

BSN or higher

Job description

Job Description

At Northbay Health, a Registered Nurse in the Center for Wound Care will provide safe, effective, quality, excellent nursing care to our patients following Jean Watson’s Theory of Caring, the Relationship Based Care, and the Northbay’s professional nursing practice model. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for all patients assigned to your care. You will also use a therapeutic professional relationship with the patient and their family along with your interdisciplinary team to facilitate the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health for the patient.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional registered nursing,
• Nursing degree of BSN level or higher is required. (excludes grandfathered employees)

License And Certifications

• Valid, current and unencumbered RN license by the State of California.
• Current AHA or AHA equivalent BLS and ACLS required.
• Must have Telemetry certification within 3 months of employment.

Experience, Knowledge, And Skills

• A minimum of six months acute care (hospital) RN experience required
• 6 months wound care and ostomy experience preferred
• Demonstrates skills in the following area including but not limited to: basic wound care skills, knowledge of advance wound care treatment modalities, lower extremity compression therapy, negative pressure wound therapy, ankle-brachial index screening; peripheral vascular screening, knowledge of indications for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, knowledge of use and application of total contact cast, knowledge and skill in ostomy care, knowledge and treatment of diabetic, arterial, venous, and pressure ulcers including post-operative and traumatic wounds
• Ability to provide inpatient wound and ostomy consultation including pressure ulcer staging independently
• Proficient written, verbal, and electronic communication skills.

Other

• All RNs in the Patient Care Services Department are required to wear Graphite (Dark Gray) colored scrubs per the professional appearance policy.

About Us

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics. We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions. We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life, disability, and long-term care coverage
• paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement
• a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• education reimbursement for eligible roles
• professional development and training programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• wellness programs
• recognition programs
• shift differentials
• market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs. Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

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