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 serves patients with acute and chronic wounds in inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting wound healing and positive patient outcomes. Experienced wound care nurses and qualified RNs interested in developing wound management skills are encouraged to apply; training is available for qualified applicants new to wound care. The nurse provides individualized, compassionate care; assesses and documents wound conditions and healing; develops treatment plans with physicians and the healthcare team; performs ordered wound treatments and dressing changes; monitors for infection and complications; and educates patients and families about wound care and prevention. The position also supports skin breakdown prevention, accurate clinical documentation, patient safety, and infection-control compliance. Compensation is $35.00–$55.00 per hour, with final compensation determined 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).
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, individualized nursing care to patients with acute and chronic wounds.
- Assess, evaluate, and document wound 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 on 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 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
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
