Senior Clinical Nurse II, Wound Care, 15K Sign On Bonus, Days

The University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare team as a Senior Clinical Nurse II specializing in wound care. This full-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to work with complex cases in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates are empathetic and adaptable professionals with a passion for patient care. Responsibilities include providing specialized wound care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and mentoring staff. A 15K sign-on bonus is available for qualified applicants.

Benefits

15K Sign On Bonus

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of nursing experience, with wound/ostomy or rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous wound care and develop comprehensive wound care plans.
• Conduct wound care rounds and ensure accurate documentation.
• Manage Negative Pressure Wound Therapy and assess pressure injuries.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

RN licensure in Maryland

Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (CWOCN)

Graduate of an accredited RN program

BSN preferred

Job description

Senior Clinical Nurse II, Wound Care, 15K Sign On Bonus, Days

• Full-time
• Shift: Day
• Location: UM Rehab and Ortho
• Position Type: Non-Exempt

Join the UM Rehab Team!

At UM Rehab, we offer an opportunity to work in a setting that combines acute care, outpatient therapy, and skilled nursing, creating a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Our Brain Injury Unit specializes in complex cases, including coma-emerging patients and behavioral challenges, providing specialized care for recovery. Our multidisciplinary team is trained to handle cases many facilities cannot.

Why Join UM Rehab?

• Diverse & Challenging Cases: Gain experience with complex diagnoses, enhancing your skills and understanding of brain health and injury recovery.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a multidisciplinary team emphasizing teamwork, flexibility, and communication for optimal patient outcomes.
• Supportive Team Culture: Be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in patients’ lives.
• Impactful & Rewarding Work: The job is emotionally demanding but rewarding, seeing patients progress and hearing success stories.

We seek empathetic, adaptable professionals passionate about patient care. If you're ready to advance your career in a meaningful environment, join us!

General Summary

• Provide autonomous wound care, consulting and individualizing patient care aligned with UM Rehab & Ortho’s mission, standards, and patient needs, considering age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostics. Develop and implement comprehensive wound care plans using evidence-based practices.
• Act as a specialized resource within the interdisciplinary team, identifying and implementing cost-effective strategies to optimize outcomes.
• Assess and interpret patient data to identify needs and deliver appropriate care.
• Demonstrate compassion and courtesy toward patients and support their families and visitors.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

These statements describe the general nature and level of work. They are not exhaustive of all duties.

• Support development of the Wound Champion role.
• Conduct wound care rounds on inpatient units as needed.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient care in electronic or paper records, including training on documentation standards.
• Guide staff in wound management to promote healing, including skin assessments, risk factor identification, and implementing preventive strategies. Coordinate nutrition and consultative services as needed.
• Foster team collaboration, delegate tasks appropriately, and promote professional growth. Use conflict resolution and time management skills.
• Manage Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT), including device operation, clinical care, and mentorship.
• Assess, stage, and treat pressure injuries, utilizing NPUAP guidelines, and participate in quality surveys and data collection.
• Provide wound and skin care consultations, including documentation, teaching, and product recommendations.
• Implement strategies for ostomy and fistula management, including patient and staff education.

Respect, Customer Service, and Collaboration

• Provide specialized wound care respectful of individual patient needs.
• Demonstrate respect, compassion, and courtesy at all times.
• Serve as a wound care expert within the team, mentoring staff and ensuring effective communication.

Leadership, Skills, and Safety

• Exhibit high clinical competency and critical thinking.
• Support organizational goals and participate in problem-solving initiatives.
• Maintain thorough documentation and coordinate patient education.
• Recommend treatment modalities and participate in protocol development.
• Participate in quality initiatives, safety practices, and technology evaluations to improve care and reduce costs.

Education & Research

• Maintain competency and participate in education and research activities.
• Support the growth of wound care staff and participate in clinical research.

Education & Experience

• RN licensure in Maryland required.
• Current CPR card required.
• Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (CWOCN) certification required.
• Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience, with wound/ostomy or rehabilitation preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively and serve as a clinical resource.
• Proficiency in computer systems for managing patient information.
• Knowledge of wound care agents, skin assessment, continence care, nutrition, and prevention strategies.