Wound Care RN Specialist — Impactful Treatment Nurse

St. Francis Healthcare Center in; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k)

Continuing Education

Career Growth

Supportive Leadership

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

St. Francis Healthcare Center in California is seeking a dedicated Treatment Nurse (RN) to deliver specialized wound care full-time, collaborating with physicians and the care team to promote healing and quality of life for residents.

The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, dressing changes, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with ongoing documentation in the EMR and adherence to infection control and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Current and active RN license in California.
• Previous experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, or wound care preferred.
• Wound Care Certification (WCC, WOCN, or equivalent) is preferred but not required.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, organized, and resident-focused approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and monitor residents with wounds, pressure injuries, skin conditions, and other treatment needs.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized wound care treatment plans.
• Perform routine dressing changes and advanced wound care treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
• Conduct regular skin assessments and identify residents at risk for pressure injuries.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to optimize resident outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on wound prevention, treatment, and skin integrity.
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards, state and federal regulations, and facility policies.
• Monitor treatment supplies and assist with inventory management.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives related to wound care.

Skills

RN License CA

Wound Care Experience

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Strong Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

RN License CA (CA RN)

Wound Care Certification (preferred)

Job description

St. Francis Healthcare Center in California is seeking a dedicated Treatment Nurse (RN) to deliver specialized wound care full-time, collaborating with physicians and the care team to promote healing and quality of life for residents.

The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, dressing changes, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with ongoing documentation in the EMR and adherence to infection control and regulatory standards.