Wound Care Nurse - Flexible Day Shift & Healing Impact

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Flexible schedules

Medical benefits from day one

Job summary

Holy Cross Health is seeking a Wound Care Nurse at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring. The role focuses on expert wound, skin, and ostomy care, with responsibilities spanning assessments, care planning, and patient education across all ages.

The position emphasizes compassionate, interdisciplinary care within a mission-driven health system, offering flexible day shift opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN or MSN preferred with commitment to obtain if not present.
• Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State as an RN.
• CWCN, WCC or WOCN Certification is required.
• At least one year of experience as a Wound Care Nurse.
• Current RN license in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Basic computer proficiency for documentation and communication.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and assist with patient handling.
• If not active in direct patient care within the past 5 years, must have completed a nursing refresher course.
• Proficiency in English: reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive wound, skin, and ostomy assessments across all age groups.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care based on clinical findings.
• Provide education to patients, families, and staff regarding wound prevention and management.
• Collaborate with physicians, providers, and healthcare team members to coordinate optimal patient care.
• Support the mission of Holy Cross Health and Trinity Health, delivering care with compassion and excellence.
• Deliver care with sensitivity to the unique physical and psychosocial needs of patients, from neonates to geriatric populations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer proficiency

Wound care experience

Education

BSN preferred

RN licensure

BLS certification

Tools

CWCN/WOCN Certification

Job description

Holy Cross Health is seeking a Wound Care Nurse at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring. The role focuses on expert wound, skin, and ostomy care, with responsibilities spanning assessments, care planning, and patient education across all ages.

The position emphasizes compassionate, interdisciplinary care within a mission-driven health system, offering flexible day shift opportunities and a supportive team environment.