St. Mary's Medical Center
Location
Blue Springs, Missouri
The Wound Care RN Clinical Coordinator will oversee the assessment, treatment, and prevention of complex wounds while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. They will also educate staff and develop protocols to improve wound healing and reduce complications.
Candidates must have a valid RN license and BLS certification, with previous acute care hospital experience preferred. Wound care knowledge or experience and certification within the first year of hire are also preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): Perform comprehensive assessments and provide expert management of complex wounds, including pressure injuries, surgical wounds, diabetic ulcers, and other skin integrity issues Collaborate closely with physicians, dietitians, physical and occupational therapists, and nursing staff to develop and coordinate individualized wound care plans Deliver education and hands-on training to clinical staff on evidence-based wound prevention techniques, treatment protocols, and the appropriate use of wound care products Track wound healing progress through detailed documentation, data analysis, and reporting to support patient outcomes and care quality Lead hospital-wide efforts to ensure compliance with CMS guidelines, infection control standards, and best practices while developing protocols and driving initiatives to reduce hospital-acquired pressure injuries Collaborate on Performance Improvement Projects within the Wound Care department Work with providers on plans of care for patients
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Must have current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the state. 2. BLS upon hire and maintain current. 3. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred. 4. Previous Wound care knowledge and or experience preferred (1 Year). 5. Wound Care Certification within first year of hire. 6. Wound, Ostomy, Continence (WOC) or (WCC) Board Certification preferred. #LI-DV1 Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:
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