Registered Nurse - Wound Care - Certified - Per Diem

Rochester Regional Health • Newark, NJ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Wound Care RN oversees nursing management for arterial, venous, diabetic, and pressure wounds, as well as skin tears. In conjunction with the medical team, the nurse follows best clinical practices and evidence-based protocols to support optimal patient outcomes.

The role includes collaborating on wound, ulcer, and ostomy treatment plans; performing V.A.C. dressing changes; educating and mentoring nursing staff; supporting patient and family education; leading monthly Skin Care Committee meetings; and overseeing ulcer data collection and analysis. The nurse identifies trends, recommends action plans to reduce acquired ulcer rates, and advises on wound care products and equipment. This is a per diem, day-schedule position at Newark Wayne Hospital in Newark, New York.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in New York State.
• Wound certification issued by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association.
• The role requires moderate clinical physical activity, including standing, walking, lifting 20–50 lbs., pushing and pulling medical equipment, assisting with patient positioning, and frequent bending, twisting, and reaching.
• Ability to perform fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments and maintain sensory acuity, focus, and decision-making under pressure.
• Exposure to infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation; TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of RN clinical experience.
• Wound, ostomy, and continence (WOC) experience.
• Continence Certification.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the care team on treatment plans for wound, ulcer, and ostomy management.
• Perform V.A.C. dressing changes and mentor staff on procedures.
• Provide ongoing training on skin care and support nursing staff with patient and family education.
• Lead monthly Skin Care Committee meetings.
• Oversee ulcer data collection and analysis to identify trends.
• Recommend action plans to reduce acquired ulcer rates.
• Advise on wound care products and equipment.
• Manage nursing care for arterial, venous, diabetic, and pressure wounds and skin tears in accordance with best clinical practice and evidence-based protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level