Wound Care Nurse Part Time Mid Shift Marianjoy Wheaton

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse to join their team in Wheaton. This part-time role involves providing expert wound care, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about wound care and patient education, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed professional nurse in Illinois with expertise in wound care.
• Strong communication skills and experience in patient education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert wound care and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Assist with patient care for skin breakdown prevention and treatment.

Skills

Wound Care Management

Patient Education

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Current Certifications (WCC, CWCN, CWON, WOCN)

MSN (Preferred)

Job description

Wound Care Nurse Part Time Mid Shift Marianjoy Wheaton

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Position Details:

• 20 Hours/Week
• Shift Start Times Vary - 11AM - 7:30PM and 12PM - 8:30PM
• Occasional weekends - either Saturday or Sunday shifts
• Exempt

Job Description

The Wound Care Certified Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory standards.

The nurse provides consultation and direct assistance in managing patients with or at risk for altered skin integrity, including complicated wounds, pressure injuries, incontinence, and ostomy management. The role involves collaboration with the healthcare team, patient education, and developing individualized care plans.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering expert wound care and coaching to the interdisciplinary team.
• Providing consultative services for wound care planning and delivery.
• Assisting with direct patient care for skin breakdown prevention and treatment.
• Collaborating on care plans to promote healing.
• Partnering with referral liaisons and leadership to ensure smooth care transitions.
• Assessing patient/family needs and formulating treatment plans.
• Documenting assessments and recommendations.
• Developing wound care product formulary in partnership with vendors and staff.

Education & Quality Improvement

• Providing education to new staff and physicians on wound care guidelines.
• Developing patient educational materials and updating policies.
• Leading quality improvement initiatives related to wound care and skin injury surveillance.

Qualifications

Required:

• Licensed as a professional nurse in Illinois.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Current certifications: WCC, CWCN, CWON, or WOCN.
• Strong communication skills.

Preferred:

• 3-4 years of rehabilitation nursing experience.
• MSN preferred.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.