Wound Care Nurse Leader in Complex Wound Management

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off: 50 days/year

Federal retirement benefits

Health, vision, dental insurance

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Wound Care Registered Nurse to lead and manage complex wound patients with clinical expertise. The role emphasizes assessment, education, and collaborative care across the care continuum.

Required: RN licensure and nursing degree; state licensure; brass-to-breadth of wound care experience; and potential for GNT temporary appointment while pursuing licensure. Excellent benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by accrediting agency (ACEN/CCNE)
• State RN licensure upon completion of program
• Foreign nursing education requires degree equivalency validation
• GNT exception allows entry-step appointment while pursuing licensure
• Grade level criteria include Nurse I-III progression
• Preferred: WOC certification and 1 year wound care experience
• Physical requirements: lifting, carrying, pushing, standing, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates wound care for complex patients.
• Coordinates care with education, self-management, and patient satisfaction across continuum.
• Administers medications and procedures per policies and guidelines.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to improve care outcomes.
• Identifies steps to reduce risk and incidence of pressure injuries.
• Monitors education effectiveness and keeps content up to date.
• Contributes to development and revision of policies and procedures.

Skills

Wound care

Nursing license

Leadership

Medication administration

Education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)

Nursing license (RN)

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Wound Care Registered Nurse to lead and manage complex wound patients with clinical expertise. The role emphasizes assessment, education, and collaborative care across the care continuum.

Required: RN licensure and nursing degree; state licensure; brass-to-breadth of wound care experience; and potential for GNT temporary appointment while pursuing licensure. Excellent benefits apply.