Prisma Health is an academic medical center — teaching floors, residents in the halls, and more sub-specialties to grow into. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.
About this role
Provides care for a specific patient population with alterations of wounds, the GI/GU systems, drains, incontinence and pressure ulcers. Serves as a resource for other health care professionals, patients, families and the community. Under the guidance of a certified wound care nurse and/or a physician, assesses the physical and educational needs of patients undergoing ostomy surgery or continent diversions, and patients with wounds, fistulas, incontinence, percutaneous tubes or pressure ulcers. Implements and evaluates plans for care management. Assists with education of patients, families and staff on evidence-based skin and wound care practices. Participates in the Skin Care Committee and quarterly Pressure Ulcer Prevalence Studies. May perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties.
Skills for this role
Wound Care
Requirements
Associate degree in Nursing (Bachelor's preferred)
Two (2) years as an RN
Experience in skin and wound care preferred
Current RN compact/multistate license recognized by NCSBN Compact State or licensed to practice as RN in working state
Certification in Wound and Ostomy preferred
Wound Vac Experience preferred
Benefits
Bonus eligible
About the employer
Prisma Health
Academic Medical Center
Prisma Health is a large South Carolina-based healthcare system with nearly 32,000 team members, serving communities across the state including its Columbia market. The organization describes itself as being on a journey to transform the healthcare experience for patients and…
2.4 Google rating
What reviewers appreciate
+Large health system with approximately 32,000 team members, offering diverse nursing career paths and settings
+Remote nursing positions available for South Carolina residents, including post-discharge outreach roles
+Strong stated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and valuing different backgrounds and lived experiences
What reviewers flag
−Extensive compliance and policy requirements may create administrative burden for nursing staff
−Large organizational size of nearly 32,000 employees may lead to bureaucratic challenges or feeling disconnected from leadership
−Detailed employee review data and specific nurse satisfaction metrics were not available in the provided research sources
Benefits: Prisma Health states it offers a variety of health and wellness benefits designed to cover all aspects of employees' lives.
Columbia, South Carolina's capital, blends Southern charm with collegiate energy thanks to the University of South Carolina campus downtown. The Congaree River winds through the city, and the Vista district offers dining and nightlife. Nurses relocating here will find a mid-sized metro with a relaxed pace and warm weather most of the year.
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