RN - Wound Care

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 54,676 - 73,770; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Malpractice liability insurance

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is actively seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for our Wound Care Unit in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This full-time position focuses on specialized assessment and ongoing management of acute and chronic wounds. The RN will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide optimal healing outcomes.

Ideal candidates will possess an Associate Degree in Nursing and valid nursing license while enjoying educational support options and various bonuses. You'll perform wound assessments and educate both patients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license in New Mexico or Compact State.
• BLS certification required at time of hire.
• At least one year of acute care experience within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of various types of wounds.
• Develop individualized wound care plans based on protocols.
• Apply and monitor advanced wound dressings.
• Educate patients and caregivers on wound care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate wound records in EMR.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide staff training on wound prevention and care.

Skills

Wound care experience

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation skills

Quality improvement

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License

BLS certification

Job description

Location Address: 1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $39.69 Maximum Offer $53.55

Summary: Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is seeking a skilled RN for our Wound Care Unit. The Registered Nurse provides specialized assessment, treatment, and ongoing management of acute and chronic wounds. This role ensures evidence based wound care, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and educates patients and staff to promote optimal healing outcomes.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 0.90
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: 12 Hour Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

• Wound assessment - Perform comprehensive evaluations of pressure injuries, surgical wounds, diabetic ulcers, venous/arterial ulcers, burns, and atypical wounds; document staging, measurements, drainage, and tissue characteristics.
• Treatment planning - Develop individualized wound care plans using evidencebased protocols, including debridement support, dressing selection, offloading, compression therapy, and infection prevention.
• Dressing management - Apply and monitor advanced wound dressings (hydrocolloids, alginates, foams, NPWT, antimicrobial dressings).
• Patient education - Teach patients and caregivers about wound care techniques, nutrition, hygiene, and prevention strategies.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration - Work closely with physicians, podiatrists, PT/OT, dietitians, and case managers to coordinate care.
• Documentation - Maintain accurate, timely wound records, photographs, and progress notes in the EMR.
• Quality improvement - Participate in pressure injury prevention programs, audits, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Staff training - Provide inservice education on wound prevention, dressing techniques, and product use.
• Infection control - Monitor for signs of infection and escalate care appropriately.

Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Nursing
• State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License
• BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire
• At least one (1) year of acute care in the last three (3) years
• Wound care experience preferred
• Wound Certification preferred but not required

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.