Certified Wound Care-Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Madera Community Hospital

Located in the heart of Central California, Madera Community Hospital is a General Acute Care, private, not-for-profit hospital dedicated to improving and maintaining the health and wellness of residents throughout the Central Valley.  We are committed to identifying and serving our community's needs with compassion, concern, care and safety for every patient.  Madera Community Hospital is a growing acute care facility seeking talented individuals with a drive to provide quality care and dedicated to making a difference in our community.

Position Summary:

The Certified Wound Care Nurse provides wound consultation and care to patients throughout the organization, including all inpatient departments.  The position focus is to facilitate appropriate skin and wound care, educate staff, participate in ongoing efforts to improve skin and wound outcomes throughout the organization and to improve availability of wound care services within the organization.

Qualifications:

Requires Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, BSN or MSN preferred.  CEU’s related to Wound Care and/or Adult Education.

Requires, minimum two years direct patient care experience.  Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.  Requires good time management and prioritizing skills.  Demonstrated proficiency with current MCH Wound Care Program. Demonstrated teaching skills.  Strong mathematical and statistical skills.  Previous experience as Nurse Preceptor or Nurse Educator preferred.

Requires current State of California Board of Registered Nursing license

Requires Certified Wound Care Provider Certification (WOCNCB)

Requires current American Heart Association BCLS certification

Requires American Heart Association ACLS

Madera Community Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.