Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care (Per Diem)

Trinity Health; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury, CT is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse to join our wound care team on a part‑time, day shift. You will assess complex wounds, develop personalized care plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote healing and prevent complications.

The role emphasizes bedside nursing, dressing changes, documentation, patient education, and adherence to BLS. CT RN licensure is required; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. RN licensure in CT required.
• Certification: BLS (AHA/ARC)

Responsibilities

• Assess complex wounds and monitor healing progress.
• Develop and implement personalized wound care plans and dressings.
• Educate patients and caregivers on wound care management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Wound care

Acute care

Medical-Surgical

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Description

specializes in assessing, treating, and educating patients with complex wounds, such as pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, burns, and skin tears, by developing personalized care plans, cleaning wounds, applying appropriate dressings, monitoring healing progress, and providing patient education on wound care management to promote optimal healing and prevent complications; they often collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

specializes in assessing, treating, and educating patients with complex wounds, such as pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, burns, and skin tears, by developing personalized care plans, cleaning wounds, applying appropriate dressings, monitoring healing progress, and providing patient education on wound care management to promote optimal healing and prevent complications; they often collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred


• Licensure: Current Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in Connecticut


• Certification: BLS (AHA/ARC)

Preferred Skills

• Experience: Acute care, Medical-Surgical, Wound Care

Work Schedule

Monday -Friday 8 am to 4:30

Additional Info

• Face paced environment.


• Work with a highly motivated interdisciplinary team.


• Demonstrate the ability to consistently provide safe, patient centered care.


• Handle/support various organizational responsibilities.

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients inWaterbury, CT,and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside,you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients, and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.