Wound Care Nurse III

Position Overview

Accountable for the assessment, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient skin and wound management, patient/family education, and transitions of care. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, manages, and coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• RN-Registered Nurse of California license
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification
• WCC-Wound Care Certified, required
• 5 years of recent relevant experience

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrated clinical expertise in wound care, including pharmacology, medical terminology, and aseptic technique
• General knowledge and competence in nursing theories, concepts, and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology
• Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precautions, patient care, privacy, and regulatory changes
• Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly to diverse audiences
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook) and Electronic Health Records
• Ability to prioritize assignments, work within standardized procedures, and meet deadlines in an interrupt-driven environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving skills to evaluate and resolve standard issues using established solutions
• Commitment to protecting patient Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers

Schedule

• Per Diem/Casual (on-call)
• Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts
• Variable days of the week, including rotating weekends

Pay

Pay range is $86.60 to $121.23 per hour. The compensation range may vary based on geographic location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.

Benefits

Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package as part of Sutter Health’s total rewards program.

Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with USP 800 guidelines and NIOSH standards.