WOCN-Certified Wound Care Specialist

Hartford HealthCare at Home; Colchester (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare at Home is seeking a Wound Program Specialist (RN) to lead prevention and management of skin breakdown across the agency. The role provides expert consultation and hands-on care, coordinating multi-disciplinary plans and education for staff and patients.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Nursing, RN licensure, and WOCN certification with 6-months to obtain. MSN preferred; strong communication and leadership are essential to drive outcomes and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing required.
• WOCN certification required; MSN preferred.
• RN licensure required; Wound/Ostomy certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates agency-wide wound prevention and management programs.
• Provides expert consultation and hands-on wound care for patients.
• Coordinates multi-disciplinary care plans and quality improvement initiatives.
• Education and training for patients, staff and providers; coordinates professional development.
• Advocates for patients with skin and wound care needs; communicates with physicians and clinics.

Skills

Wound care

Nursing

Leadership

Education

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

RN Licensure

WOCN Certification

MSN preferred

Wound/Ostomy Certification within 6 months

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Hartford HealthCare at Home is seeking a Wound Program Specialist (RN) to lead prevention and management of skin breakdown across the agency. The role provides expert consultation and hands-on care, coordinating multi-disciplinary plans and education for staff and patients.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Nursing, RN licensure, and WOCN certification with 6-months to obtain. MSN preferred; strong communication and leadership are essential to drive outcomes and quality improvement.