Wound Care Specialist

Clallam County Public Hospital District No. 2 (DBA Olympic Medical Center); United States; On-site; USD 82,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Excellent benefits

PNW lifestyle

Job summary

Olympic Medical Center is seeking a Wound Care Specialist to work with clinicians in the Wound Clinic to assess and manage wound care for outpatients. The role focuses on nursing care, coordination of services, and determining equipment needs for advanced wound management.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSN, CWCN certification, and an RN license in Washington, with 3–5 years of wound care experience in a hospital or home health setting and BLS current within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Successful completion of an accredited Wound Management Program.
• Three to five years' Wound Care experience in home health, hospital (acute or ICU) or other health care setting preferred.
• Washington State RN license required. Wound Care Nurse certification (CWCN) required. BLS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Olympic Medical Physicians clinicians to manage and treat wounds in the Wound Clinic.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care; coordinate patient care.
• Identify patient needs for advanced wound care and equipment in outpatient settings.

Skills

Wound Care

Nursing Care

Case Management

Education

BSN

Wound Management Program

Job description

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER:

Imagine working on Washington State's beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won't find a better location.

You'll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle - a perfect combination!

FTE: 100% WORK SHIFT Days PAY RANGE: $39.51 - $62.31 UNION: SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Wound Care Specialist works together with Olympic Medical Physicians clinicians to manage and treat the wounds of patients of the OMP Wound Clinic. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the nursing care of patients in the clinic. Provides coordination of care for patients. Possesses the ability to assess data reflecting the patient's status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements concerning his or her needs for advanced wound care in the outpatient setting. This includes necessary wound equipment needs and wound care management as deemed necessary or as assigned/ordered by the referring or attending provider. Maintains standards for professional nursing practice in the outpatient clinical setting. Demonstrates the values contained in the Olympic Medical Center mission and philosophy statements. Supports and promotes a positive image of professional nursing.

EDUCATION:

BSN required. Successful completion of an accredited Wound Management Program.

EXPERIENCE:

Three to five years' Wound Care experience in home health, hospital (acute or intensive care) or other health care setting preferred. Previous case management experience preferred.

LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS:

Washington State RN license required. Wound Care Nurse certification (CWCN) required. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.

• You'll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle - a perfect combination!
• We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries and an intentional culture that represents respect and appreciation for all of our employees.
• The OMC cares and is an eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.

Olympic Medical Center, the largest employer in Clallam County, has a wide variety of employment opportunities. We welcome you the opportunity to join our team of highly-trained and experienced staff!

I find the staff and employees very caring and open, and I'm thrilled that there was an opening in my specialty to be able to come here. - Dr. Zina Hajduczok

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Equal Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Non-discrimination Patient Rights HIPAA