Registered Nurse - Wound Care - Certified - Full-Time

102 Newark Wayne Community Hospital & DeMay; United States; Vor Ort; USD 95.000 - 128.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Rochester Regional Health in Newark, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse for Wound Care. The role involves overseeing nursing management across wound types, implementing best practices, and guiding the care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The WOC-certified RN collaborates on treatment plans, mentors staff on wound care procedures, and leads Skin Care Committee activities, with a focus on continuous quality improvement.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in NY is required.
• WOC Certification (Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification) is required.

Aufgaben

• Collaborates with the care team on wound/ulcer/ostomy treatment plans and mentors staff on procedures.
• Provides ongoing skin care training and leads monthly Skin Care Committee meetings.
• Oversees data collection and analysis for wound care outcomes and advises on products and equipment.

Kenntnisse

Nursing skills

Wound care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Department: Wound Care

Location: Newark

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Days

SUMMARY

The Wound Care RN-Certified is responsible for the oversight of nursing management for all wound types (arterial, venous, diabetic, pressure ulcers and skin tears). In conjunction with the medical team, the Wound Care RN-Certified follows best clinical practice and evidence-based protocols for optimum patient outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with the care team on treatment plans for wound, ulcer, and ostomy management; performs V.A.C. dressing changes and mentors staff on procedures.
• Provides ongoing training on skin care, supports nursing staff with patient and family education, and leads monthly Skin Care Committee meetings.
• Oversees ulcer data collection and analysis to identify trends, recommends action plans to reduce acquired rates, and advises on wound care products and equipment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in the State of New York
• Wound Certification issued by Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years of RN clinical experience
• WOC experience
• Continence Certification

EDUCATION

BS (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
• RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$94,694.00 - $128,115.00

CITY: Newark

POSTAL CODE: 14513

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It's vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.