Travel RN - Med/Surg - Wound/Ostomy Care

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Wound Care RN with WCC certification and prior travel experience for a hospital Wound Care unit. Requirements Active MD RN license or compact RN license required BLS and WCC certifications required ACLS and WOCN certifications preferred Minimum 3 years of hospital experience required Minimum 2 years of recent experience within the last 7 years required Prior travel nurse experience required, including completion of at least one travel assignment Charge nurse experience preferred Cerner charting system experience required Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred Skilled in wound treatments and dressings including alginates, hydrocolloids, hydrogels, and enzymatic debriding agents Experience with pressure ulcer staging (Stage I-IV) and assessment Experience with neuropathic, peripheral arterial, and venous status ulcer assessment and management Experience with colostomy/ileostomy management and care Skilled in Braden scale assessment and ulcer risk assessment tools Two supervisory references required, including one from the most recent assignment, supporting at least 2 years of experience within the previous 3 years Responsibilities Hospital-based Wound Care unit position Patient ratio of 1:6 Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, Monday-Friday 0730-1600, with one Saturday shift per month Every third weekend required Every other holiday coverage required as needed Cerner EMR experience required Treats routine pressure injuries, both new and chronic, including HAPI and Stage I-IV pressure ulcers Manages common and rare dermatologic conditions including necrotizing fasciitis Cares for new ostomy placements Uses wound vacs and novel wound therapies Utilizes camera photography for wound documentation Provide comprehensive wound and ostomy assessment, treatment, and management for patients with acute and chronic wounds Perform patient and family teaching related to wound, ostomy, and skin care Follow infection control protocols and isolation precautions/PPE guidelines Flu vaccine required for all employees at this facility Local candidates within 60 miles accepted at a lower rate No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment, with a maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract Previous MedStar employees must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a traveler Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Open Positions: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr American Traveler