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Job description
Wound Care Registered Nurse – Long Beach, CA
A healthcare organization in Long Beach, California is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse specializing in wound care to join its clinical team. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a knowledgeable nursing professional with strong wound management experience and a commitment to providing safe, high-quality patient care.
The selected candidate will provide specialized wound assessments and treatments while working closely with patients, families, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Position Overview
The Wound Care RN will assess patients with skin integrity concerns and complex wounds, develop appropriate care strategies, provide treatment, and monitor healing progress. The role also serves as a clinical resource for nursing staff regarding wound prevention and management.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive assessments of wounds and skin integrity
Develop and implement individualized wound care plans
Provide appropriate wound treatments based on clinical assessment and established protocols
Monitor wound healing and modify care recommendations as needed
Document assessments, treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately
Identify potential complications and communicate concerns to the appropriate healthcare professionals
Educate patients and families regarding wound prevention, treatment, and ongoing care
Provide guidance and clinical support to nursing staff regarding wound management
Promote effective pressure injury prevention and skin care practices
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support positive patient outcomes
Maintain compliance with applicable nursing standards, policies, and regulations
Qualifications
Required
Associate degree or higher in Nursing
Active California Registered Nurse license
Current BLS/CPR certification
Current ACLS certification
Extensive professional experience in wound care
Wound care certification such as CWCN, CWOCN, or equivalent
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Nursing
Additional wound care education or specialized training
Experience working with complex or chronic wounds
Experience providing clinical education or guidance to nursing staff
Strong knowledge of pressure injury prevention and skin integrity management
Compensation & Benefits
Full-time employment
Day-shift opportunity
Paid time off and holidays, based on employer policy
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to eligibility
Retirement savings options, subject to eligibility
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education opportunities
Supportive clinical work environment
Equal Opportunity Employer
This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Worksite address
long beach, CA, 90899, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.