Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN) – Wound Care
About The Position
Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join its Wound Care team in Granite City, Illinois. The role supports patients with acute and chronic wounds in both inpatient and outpatient settings, helping manage complex wounds, promote healing, and improve quality of life. Experienced wound care nurses and qualified RNs interested in developing specialized wound management skills are encouraged to apply; training is available for qualified nurses new to wound care. The nurse provides safe, compassionate, individualized, patient-centered care and works with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate treatment. Compensation is $35.00–$55.00 per hour; final compensation is determined with Human Resources based on relevant experience, certifications, and qualifications.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Nice To Haves
- Previous wound care experience.
- Wound care certification (WCC, CWCN, or equivalent).
- For applicants new to wound care: a strong clinical foundation and desire to specialize in wound management; training is available.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, individualized nursing care to patients with acute and chronic wounds.
- Assess, evaluate, and document wound conditions, including size, depth, appearance, drainage, and healing progress.
- Develop and implement individualized wound care treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and the healthcare team.
- Perform ordered wound treatments, dressing changes, and other wound management procedures.
- Monitor patients for signs of infection, complications, and changes in wound condition.
- Use appropriate wound care products, treatments, and techniques to promote healing.
- Educate patients and families about wound care management, prevention, dressing changes, and proper skin care.
- Identify patients at risk for skin breakdown and assist with pressure injury prevention strategies.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate effective patient care.
- Promote patient safety and comply with infection prevention and control standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for eligible full-time employees.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid vacation time.
- Paid sick/mental health time.
- Illinois Paid Leave.
- Floating holiday.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
