RN Wound Care Nurse - Registered Nurse - Spring, TX
About The Position
Join BrightStar Care of The Woodlands/N Houston as a skilled RN Wound Care Nurse to provide specialized wound, skin, and ostomy care in patients' homes throughout Spring, The Woodlands, and surrounding N. Houston communities. This role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys working independently, building meaningful relationships with patients, and utilizing clinical expertise to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. BrightStar Care upholds a Higher Standard of Care by supporting both clients and clinicians with comprehensive training, clinical support, and resources to ensure confidence, safety, and success.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current BLS/CPR Certification (in-person certification required)
- Negative TB skin test or chest X-ray within the past year
- Minimum one (1) year of documented nursing experience in a home health agency, primary care clinic, wound care clinic, hospital, or healthcare facility preferred
- Strong wound assessment and treatment skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based wound care practices and skin integrity management
- Current and valid Texas Driver's License
- Current automobile insurance
- Reliable transportation
- Strong communication, assessment, and documentation skills
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive wound, skin, ostomy, and continence assessments
- Evaluate patient skin condition and wound care needs upon admission and on an ongoing basis
- Develop, implement, and update individualized wound care plans based on clinical findings and physician orders
- Establish measurable goals and recommend appropriate nursing interventions to promote healing and prevent complications
- Perform wound care treatments and dressing changes according to physician orders and evidence-based practices
- Monitor wound healing progress and identify changes requiring intervention
- Educate patients, family members, and caregivers on wound management, skin integrity, infection prevention, and treatment plans
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding wound care recommendations and patient progress
- Communicate significant changes in patient condition to the Director of Nursing and other appropriate care team members
- Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely clinical documentation
- Adhere to agency policies, infection control standards, and nursing practice regulations
- Treat patients, families, caregivers, and team members with professionalism, courtesy, and respect
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Day, evening, and weekend opportunities available
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for employees averaging 30+ hours per week
- IRA retirement plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive clinical leadership team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
