Wound & Ostomy Care RN - Healing Impact

Mercy; Town and Country (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy STL Wound is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide comprehensive wound and ostomy care. This full-time day position requires prescribing, delegating, coordinating, and overseeing nursing care for a select group of patients with complex wounds in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will assess wounds, develop and implement treatment plans, monitor infections, and educate other healthcare team members on best wound care practices. Mercy offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, active RN license in the hiring state or compact state; must maintain licensure.
• WCC or WOCN certification required.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds; standing and walking throughout shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe, delegate, coordinate, and oversee nursing care for wound/ostomy patients.
• Assess and monitor complex wounds and develop treatment plans.
• Identify and monitor signs of infection and manage wounds safely.
• Care for surgical wounds, ulcers, decubitus ulcers, feeding tube sites, and abscesses.
• Educate clinical staff on proper wound care practices.

Skills

Wound care nursing

Patient assessment

Education of staff

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Mercy STL Wound is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide comprehensive wound and ostomy care. This full-time day position requires prescribing, delegating, coordinating, and overseeing nursing care for a select group of patients with complex wounds in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will assess wounds, develop and implement treatment plans, monitor infections, and educate other healthcare team members on best wound care practices. Mercy offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth.