RN - Wound Clinic - Part Time - Dayshift

Brook Lane • Hagerstown, MD

42d

About The Position

Meritus Health is now hiring a Registered Nurse for our Wound Center. This position plays a pivotal role in both outpatient and inpatient wound management, ensuring a seamless continuum of care. The RN in this role will provide comprehensive assessment, advanced wound treatment, patient and family education, and care coordination-working closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other care team members to support optimal healing.

Requirements

• ASN required. BSN Preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting required.
• Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program preferred.
• Current license to practice as Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland, or if resident of a state that participates in Nurse Multi-State Compact agreement, holds Registered Nurse License from that state that is designated as "Compact" or "Multi-State Privilege" using primary source verification and provides additional documentation as required by the Maryland Board of Nursing. RN License from a compact state with a designation of "Single State" does not meet the requirement and nurse must obtain a Maryland license. Specialty certification preferred.
• Ability to apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must possess a high level of organization and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• BSN Preferred.
• Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program preferred.
• Specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform wound assessments, treatments, and evaluations for patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Implement and monitor evidence-based wound care protocols, including negative pressure therapy, compression therapy, and use of bio-engineered tissue products.
• Coordinate care between inpatient units and the outpatient clinic, ensuring continuity and follow-up for complex wound cases.
• Provide patient and family education on wound prevention, nutrition, and home care techniques.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team-physicians, dietitians, physical therapists, and case managers-to create individualized care plans.
• Document wound care assessments and progress using the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff regarding wound care practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development related to wound care management

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• education assistance program
• employee assistance program
• employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees