Registered Nurse, Wound Care Per Diem

Overview City of Hope is a leading cancer and diabetes research and treatment organization founded in 1913. It operates a National Cancer Institute‑designated comprehensive cancer center and maintains a network of clinical care locations across Southern California and other U.S. regions. Position Summary Registered Nurse, Wound Care Per Diem – responsible for 4–6 hours per week providing wound care services and consultation across departments. Key Responsibilities Work 4–6 hours per week providing consultation to departments for complex wound and ostomy patients according to Wound Care Nurse standards. Collect patient data, complete required forms, and respond appropriately. Identify patient problems/needs, set priorities, and develop individualized care plans. Assess patients with rashes and radiation burns; evaluate comprehension of care plans. Educate patients and caregivers, documenting education in EHR. Provide basic wound care training and orientation to new nursing staff; deliver ongoing in‑services and training related to wound care and ostomies. Maintain and care for patients with ostomy/ileostomy and urostomy. Care for skin grafts and various wound types: pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, venous/arterial, surgical, burns (including radiation dermatitis, trauma, palliative, dermatologic), skin tears, irritations, breakdown from incontinence, etc. Access wounds, create plan of care, set goals, frequency/duration of treatment and projected outcomes. Provide treatments/procedures and other care as prescribed, adhering to accepted practice standards. Explain nursing procedures, provide discharge teaching, identify emergency situations, initiate advanced therapy, advocate for patients, coordinate care, and evaluate patient care measures. Show respect for patient rights and manage ethical issues in patient care. Qualifications Minimum 2 years of wound care experience. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Nationally recognized wound certification (e.g., WCC or WOCN). American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS). Demonstrated ability to provide advanced wound care, including skin grafts and various wound types. EEO Statement City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr