Registered Nurse/Clinical Program Manager Wound Care

Lifespan; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifespan is seeking a Wound Care Program Manager in Providence, Rhode Island, responsible for enhancing wound care practices. This role will involve leading program development, collaborating with clinical staff, and ensuring quality patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will need a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, current RN license, and CWOCN certification. Strong evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration skills are required, along with engagement in ongoing education and mentoring of staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Current RN license in applicable state(s).
• CWOCN to be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation for complex wound care cases.
• Lead wound care program development and evaluation.
• Design education programs for clinical staff.
• Promote early identification to reduce pressure injuries.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Clinical expertise in wound care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Wound, Ostomy, and Continence certification (CWOCN)

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license

BLS certification

Job description

SUMMARY

The Wound Care Program Manager is a clinical expert responsible for the advancement of evidence‑based wound, ostomy, and skin integrity practices. This role provides leadership in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of a healthy skin program and patients with alterations in skin integrity. There will be a strong emphasis on prevention, quality outcomes, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Serving as a consultant, educator, and change agent, the Wound Care Clinical Program Manager partners with nursing, medical staff, and interprofessional teams to optimize patient outcomes, reduce hospital‑acquired conditions, and ensure alignment with regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully implement WOW care and role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

Brown University Health employees are expected to role model organizational values in all interactions.

Clinical Practice & Consultation

• Serves as the system clinical expert in wound, ostomy, and skin integrity management.
• Provides consultation for complex wounds, ostomies, pressure injuries, and skin integrity concerns.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient‑centered care plans.
• Promotes early identification and prevention strategies to reduce hospital‑acquired pressure injuries (HAPI) and other skin conditions.

Program Development & Quality Outcomes

• Leads development, implementation, and evaluation of wound care and prevention.
• Monitors and analyzes wound‑related quality metrics (e.g., HAPI rates, device‑related pressure injuries).
• Partners with quality, safety, and nursing leadership to drive improvements in patient outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS).
• Reviews, investigates, and responds to events entered into the safety reporting system.

Education & Professional Development

• Designs and delivers education programs using adult learning principles to improve competency in wound care management.
• Develops and validates clinical competencies related to wound care, ostomy care, and skin assessment in collaboration with nursing professional development managers.
• Serves as a resource and mentor to clinical staff, supporting certification (e.g., WOCN) and professional growth.
• Supports onboarding, ongoing education, and just‑in‑time training related to skin integrity practices.

Evidence‑Based Practice & Innovation

• Promotes and translates evidence‑based practice into clinical care to improve outcomes.
• Participates in research, quality improvement, and innovation initiatives related to wound care.
• Evaluates emerging products, technologies, and best practices to enhance care delivery.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Collaborates with system and entity leaders to align wound care practices across settings.
• Participates in committees, councils, and interdisciplinary teams focused on skin integrity and patient safety.
• Supports professional governance structures, including unit‑based and specialty councils.
• Leads or supports implementation of system initiatives and practice changes.
• Acts as preceptor and mentor to new wound care nurses and students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Works in a clinical environment requiring frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• May require travel between system entities.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in applicable state(s).
• Wound, Ostomy, and Continence certification (CWOCN) required or obtained within 6 months from date of hire.
• BLS certification required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range: $37.13 - $74.26

EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type: M‑F with occasional weekend

Work Shift: Variable

Daily Hours: 8 and 12 hours

Driving Required: Yes