Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN)

MUSC Health; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Registered Nurse to join their interdisciplinary team. The role involves comprehensive wound assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with healthcare staff. Candidates should have an RN license and experience in wound care. This full-time position offers a flexible work schedule and competitive salary.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus

Nursing Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina.
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant clinical experience.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare trends.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment and care for wounds.
• Document all treatments accurately in EMR (Epic).
• Collaborate with RNs and physicians on patient care.

Skills

Wound care

Patient-centered care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

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Job Description Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Wound Care Nurse to join our interdisciplinary healthcare team. Option to work 4 10-hour shifts or 5 8-hour shifts.

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Wound Care Nurse to join our interdisciplinary healthcare team. Option to work 4 10-hour shifts or 5 8-hour shifts.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000158 CHE - SCDC Support

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

What we offer - we can't name everything but below are a few benefits:

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to cutting-edge medical technologies and resources
• Certification Recognition
• Sign on Bonus
• Nursing Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave (PPL)
• South Carolina State Retirement and Health Insurance
• Working at night or on weekends will make you eligible for shift differential. To be eligible for shift differentials you must work 4 hours into the shift time to get the differentials (Monday - Thursday 3p – 11p = $4.50 per hour and 11p-7a = $4.75, Friday - Sunday 11p - 7a = $7.00 per hour, or Saturday – Sunday 7a – 3p = $6.00 per hour and 3p – 11p = $6.50 per hour)
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment with advancement opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and support.
  
  

Under limited supervision, the Wound Care Nurse provides comprehensive assessment, planning, and implementation of care related to wounds, ostomies, and urinary continence across all age groups (neonates to adults). This role supports evidence-based practices and collaborates closely with nursing management and medical staff to improve patient outcomes and promote best practices in wound care throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate daily with CNAs, charge nurses, and supervisors regarding skin conditions, treatment changes, and preventive care needs.
• Implement physician-ordered treatments (ointments, dressing changes, etc.) and document each treatment in real time.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all skin-related issues in the EMR (Epic), including measurements and descriptions.
• Collaborate with RNs on staging/classifying wounds and evaluating treatment effectiveness, adjusting as needed in coordination with physicians.
• Conduct daily and weekly skin audits based on patient skin risk scores; assist with skin assessments on admissions or readmissions.
• Prepare and submit the weekly Pressure Ulcer Report to the Director of Nursing and primary nurse consultant.
• Maintain treatment carts and supplies, ensuring proper labeling and disposal of outdated materials.
• Support development and implementation of individualized patient care plans in coordination with the care team.
• Assist with direct patient care as needed and report any changes in patient condition to medical staff promptly.
• Attend and participate in required in-service training, staff meetings, and daily QI (Quality Improvement) stand-up meetings.
• Document nursing notes in the EMR and demonstrate competency using the clinical software system.
  
  

Additional Job Description

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant clinical experience in wound care, ostomy management, staff development, or quality initiatives.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare trends, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Familiarity with consultative methodologies and patient care operations.
  
  

Licensure And Certifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina or a compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
  
  

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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