Registered Nurse (RN) PRN - Wound Care

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Mental wellness programs

Job summary

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital in Austin is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in wound care. The role involves delivering specialized services and patient assessment, while also educating patients, families, and clinical staff to ensure effective rehabilitation.

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program and possess current licensure, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in wound care. The position offers multiple benefits including medical coverage, tuition assistance, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with a Wound Ostomy Care Nurse certification.
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in wound care.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments to determine wound care needs.
• Educate patients and families on wound care procedures.
• Collaborate across disciplines for continuity of care.

Skills

Wound care expertise

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Wound Ostomy Care Nurse program

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Wound Care

Shift: PRN, Days. The role focuses on delivering specialized wound care services, including patient assessment, direct care, clinical staff education, and family instruction to support rehabilitation goals.

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is a 50-bed facility in Austin, Texas, part of Lifepoint Health, a nationwide healthcare delivery network.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments to identify wound care needs and appropriate interventions.
• Evaluate patient progress and wound healing outcomes, adjusting care plans as needed.
• Initiate and implement nursing interventions tailored to the patient's condition.
• Provide direct wound care based on patient condition and age-specific needs.
• Educate patients and families on wound care procedures, prevention strategies, and discharge instructions.
• Provide clinical staff education related to wound care treatment plans, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure continuity of care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Nursing Diploma program. Graduate of an accredited Wound Ostomy Care Nurse program.
• Licensure: Current state licensure as Registered Nurse.
• Certifications: CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred. WOCN preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in wound care required.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with plans starting at $10 per pay period.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEO Statement

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.