Wound Care Nurse

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Wound Care Nurse , you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients' well-being and recovery. Every day, you will leverage your expertise to provide individualized, comprehensive care, making critical assessments, performing skilled procedures, and meticulously implementing patient care plans. You will be expected to collaborate seamlessly within an interdisciplinary team, contributing to a dynamic environment focused on optimal patient outcomes. To be successful in this role, you will possess keen assessment skills, acute critical thinking, and a patient-first mindset, driven by a profound enthusiasm to help others. Your sense of urgency and dedication to excellence in a fast-paced environment will not only support patient recovery but also fuel your own career advancement. • Performs assessments and delivers treatment plans per physician or non-physician practitioner orders on individuals with wound care needs in an outpatient setting. • Evaluates patient response to treatment and the progress of wound healing, making adjustments and modifications to protocols. • Provides appropriate education to patient, caregiver, family and staff regarding skin care and wound management. • Discuss patient progress, including discharge needs, with referring physician, provider or facility as needed to determine appropriate follow up care. • Maintains current knowledge and competency in skin and wound care through periodic in-servicing, seminars, conferences, literature review and attendance at continuing education opportunities. • Supervises and delegates wound dressings, treatments and testing to wound care tech or other trained personnel, if appropriate. Job Requirements Minimum • Two years of acute care experience Associate degree of Nursing • Registered Nurse: AZ (RN:AZ) American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the healthcare provider (AHA BLS) • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing providing excellent customer service • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and handle multiple priorities/tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment • Basic computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Windows Preferred Bachelor's degree of Nursing • Wound care experience • Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (CWOCN) • Wound Care Certified (WCC) Where You'll Work Are you ready to join a healthcare family where your values align with ours? At Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider, our core mission guides every decision and every interaction. Here, you'll discover more than just a job; you'll find rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services. From a vibrant community hospital, YRMC has grown into a leading regional healthcare system. Today, that means you could be making an impact at: • Two state-of-the-art acute care hospitals • A robust network of primary and specialty care clinics • Modern outpatient health and wellness services • Acclaimed cardiac diagnostic centers • Advanced outpatient medical imaging facilities Elevate your career without sacrificing your quality of life. As you grow with YRMC, you'll find the Prescott area isn't just a place to work – it's an inspiring community designed for living, thriving, and embracing the outdoors. Imagine a charming blend of bygone appeal and modern amenities, coupled with four distinct seasons and nearly year-round sunshine perfect for every adventure. Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle that empowers you to prioritize both your professional growth and family time. YRMC extends this inviting spirit within our walls, fostering a strong sense of family, and belonging among our team members. Come experience the exceptional quality of life that YRMC and Prescott offer. Work at the heart of #hellohumankindness and discover where your career and well-being truly connect. • Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity! Pay Range $35.00 - $58.63 /hour