Wound Care RN Specialist: Acute & Ostomy

Cedar Hill Regional; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health in Washington, DC is hiring a Registered Nurse - Wound Care (Full Time). The Wound Care RN is responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients with acute and chronic wounds, serving as a clinical expert in wound, ostomy, and continence care.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote evidence-based practices, ensure regulatory compliance, educate patients and staff, and participate in rounds

Qualifications

• DC RN License required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of acute care nursing experience.
• Experience in wound care, med-surg, or critical care preferred.
• Wound Care Certification (WCC, CWON, or WOCN) required.
• BLS certification required.
• ADN required; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide direct care for complex wounds, including pressure injuries, surgical wounds, diabetic ulcers, and ostomies.
• Implement and monitor evidence-based wound care treatments and interventions.
• Serve as a clinical resource and consultant to nursing staff and providers on wound care management.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on wound prevention, treatment, and skin integrity maintenance.
• Monitor and track wound healing progress; adjust care plans as needed.
• Lead and support hospital-wide initiatives for pressure injury prevention and skin care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including documentation and reporting requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and collaborate with physicians, dietitians, physical therapists, and case management.
• Assist with product evaluation and selection of wound care supplies and equipment.
• Conduct audits, collect data, and support quality improvement initiatives related to wound care outcomes.
• Provide staff education and competency validation related to wound care practices.

Skills

Wound care

Med-surg

Critical care

BLS certification

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health in Washington, DC is hiring a Registered Nurse - Wound Care (Full Time). The Wound Care RN is responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients with acute and chronic wounds, serving as a clinical expert in wound, ostomy, and continence care.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote evidence-based practices, ensure regulatory compliance, educate patients and staff, and participate in rounds