Wound Care RN - Skin & Wound Specialist

ScionHealth; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

FSA/HSA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Wellness

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Riverside is seeking a Wound Care Nurse to deliver specialized wound and skin care, perform assessments, and develop care plans for patients with wounds, ostomies, or skin concerns. You will document care in the EMR and collaborate with physicians and nurses.

Responsibilities include implementing negative pressure therapy, wound dressings, staff education, discharge planning, and contributing to performance improvement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, diploma, or BSN).
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing; BLS certification.
• Wound care certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum two years of nursing experience in acute care or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive wound assessments and collaborates with providers on treatment plans.
• Implements and monitors wound care interventions including negative pressure therapy, dressing changes, and offloading techniques.
• Coordinates care for patients with complex wounds and ensures continuity through discharge planning and follow-up referrals.
• Educates patients, families, and staff regarding wound care techniques and prevention strategies.
• Identifies patients at risk for skin breakdown and oversees implementation of prevention protocols.
• Serves as a clinical resource and advisor for skin integrity, wound management, and product utilization.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and monitors outcomes related to wound care.
• Maintains documentation according to regulatory and organizational standards.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure integrated care.
• Provides input on wound care supplies and equipment.

Skills

Wound care expertise

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education/mentoring staff

Education

ADN / Diploma / BSN (accredited nursing program)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Kindred Hospital Riverside is seeking a Wound Care Nurse to deliver specialized wound and skin care, perform assessments, and develop care plans for patients with wounds, ostomies, or skin concerns. You will document care in the EMR and collaborate with physicians and nurses.

Responsibilities include implementing negative pressure therapy, wound dressings, staff education, discharge planning, and contributing to performance improvement.