Wound Care Nurse (RN)

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 89,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nurse wellbeing resources

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plans with match

Tuition assistance

Relocation allowance

Free parking

Job summary

MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Wound Care Nurse (RN) to serve as a clinical resource and consultant, delivering expert wound care and educating the nursing team to improve patient outcomes.

The role requires a BSN, active RN license, and 3–4 years of wound care experience, with program completion in a WOCN Education Program or within 12 months. Competitive salary ranges accompany a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Wound care experience required.
• Graduation from an accredited Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Education Program required or completion within twelve months of employment.
• 3-4 years progressivel y more responsible job-related experience required.
• Current RN license.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate wound care for patients throughout the hospital.
• Provide direct care and education to selected patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Educate and develop associates in wound care best practices.
• Recommend appropriate wound care products, equipment, and treatments.
• Participate in hospital committees, projects, and quality initiatives.

Skills

BSN

Wound care experience

RN license

3–4 years experience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BSN degree

RN licensure

WOCN program completion

Job description

About the Job

Wound Care Nurse (RN)

Make a Difference Every Day!

We are seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Wound Care Nurse (RN) to join our team at MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital. In this role, you’ll serve as a clinical resource and consultant, helping patients achieve better outcomes through expert wound care while supporting and educating our nursing team.

What You’ll Do

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate wound care for patients throughout the hospital.
• Provide direct care and education to selected patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Educate and develop associates in wound care best practices.
• Recommend appropriate wound care products, equipment, and treatments.
• Participate in hospital committees, projects, and quality initiatives.

Qualifications:

• BSN required
• Wound care experience required.
• Graduation from an accredited Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Education Program required or
• Satisfactory completion of program within twelve months of employment required.
• 3-4 years Progressively more responsible job-related experience required.
• Current RN license
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Passion for patient care, education, and improving outcomes.

Nursing Benefits

• Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources
• Comprehensive health benefit plans
• Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options
• Retirement plans with match
• Tuition assistance to advance your education
• Systemwide referral bonus program—up to $6,000 for each RN and up to $4,000 for each LPN that joins MedStar Health
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• Free parking for associates

This position has a hiring range of
USD $89,065.00 - USD $162,801.00 /Yr.