Wound Care RN - Ambulatory Surgery Specialist

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking a RN specialized in wound care to manage patients with chronic wounds and advanced treatment modalities. The role involves collaboration with physicians and the wound care team, patient education, and coordination of care within the hospital setting.

The position requires an RN license, an associate degree in nursing, and at least two years of nursing experience with wound care experience preferred; hyperbaric therapy duties may be included with proper training.

Qualifications

• Education - Associate degree in Nursing. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Experience - Two (2) years nursing experience. Experience in skin and wound care. Wound Vac experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess and reassess the physical and educational needs of patients with chronic wounds.
• Formulate, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care with wound care team.
• Educate patients and caregivers on advanced wound care modalities and best practices.
• Maintain EMR documentation of care, products and facility charges.
• Maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic environment; may perform hyperbaric therapy duties if trained.
• Coordinate referrals for studies, labs, procedures and other physicians; discharge planning.

Skills

Wound care experience

Nursing experience

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred

Job description

Prisma Health is seeking a RN specialized in wound care to manage patients with chronic wounds and advanced treatment modalities. The role involves collaboration with physicians and the wound care team, patient education, and coordination of care within the hospital setting.

The position requires an RN license, an associate degree in nursing, and at least two years of nursing experience with wound care experience preferred; hyperbaric therapy duties may be included with proper training.