Job Summary:

As a Wound Care Specialist, you will be pivotal in providing specialized care and management for patients with various wound types. Your role will include:

• Advanced Wound Care: Deliver expert wound management, including assessment, treatment, and education for acute and chronic wounds.
• Patient Care Coordination: Ensure comprehensive, continuous care through detailed patient assessments and tailored care plans.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Education and Advocacy: Educate patients and their families on wound care processes and advocate for best practices and patient needs.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation of all care and interventions in line with hospital policies and compliance standards.
• Quality Improvement: Actively participate in quality improvement projects that focus on wound care and prevention strategies. 

Experience: 

• Minimum of five (5) years of recent nursing experience, preferably including direct experience in an acute care setting.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in wound care.

Education: 

• ADN required; BSN or MSN preferred.

Licensure/Certifications: 

• Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing
• BLS certification
• Wound Care certifications preferred
• CPI certification within the first 30 days of employment
• Must complete and maintain LA City Fire Card certification at the time of hire or within the first 30 days of employment.

Skills: 

• Strong clinical skills in wound care management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. 

Specific Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care: Provide hands-on wound care and related interventions.
• Care Coordination: Manage all aspects of patient care from admission to discharge, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
• Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly with healthcare professionals across the unit to enhance patient outcomes.
• Educational Initiatives: Lead and participate in educational sessions for staff to improve knowledge and practices related to wound care. 

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Manages care for complex patients by evaluating their sociocultural, cognitive, and nutritional needs to develop detailed management plans.
• Works with an interdisciplinary team to develop and communicate patient care plans, addressing psychosocial issues and improving care quality based on evidence-based practices.
• Provides direct patient care, manages both acute and chronic wounds, and supports patients with ostomies.
• Ensures continuity of care across various settings and leads a wound prevention program aligned with the hospital’s strategic goals. 

Educational and Mentorship Duties:

• Responsible for educational initiatives on wound care and prevention.
• Mentors nursing staff and develops standards of care.
• Participates in community outreach education programs to raise awareness and educate the public on wound care prevention. 

Administrative Functions:

• Monitors wound incidences and generates reports for management review.
• Assists in the development of policies and evaluates new wound care products.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and participates in hospital performance improvement activities. 

Professional Development and Leadership:

• Maintains and advances personal and professional development.
• Serves as a role model and educator within the clinical setting, promoting best practices and continuous learning. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care Excellence: Champion a positive patient experience, ensuring high standards of care and safety.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and support staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Operational Management: Oversee scheduling, resource availability, and staff assignments to ensure smooth operations.
• Communication & Collaboration: Facilitate clear communication between patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• Performance Improvement: Participate in quality initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. 

Salary Range: $54.97 - $72.88