Wound Care Specialist

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER:Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!FTE:100%WORK SHIFTDaysPAY RANGE:$39.51 - $62.31UNION:SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:JOB DESCRIPTION:The Wound Care Specialist works together with Olympic Medical Physicians clinicians to manage and treat the wounds of patients of the OMP Wound Clinic. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the nursing care of patients in the clinic. Provides coordination of care for patients. Possesses the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements concerning his or her needs for advanced wound care in the outpatient setting. This includes necessary wound equipment needs and wound care management as deemed necessary or as assigned/ordered by the referring or attending provider. Maintains standards for professional nursing practice in the outpatient clinical setting. Demonstrates the values contained in the Olympic Medical Center mission and philosophy statements. Supports and promotes a positive image of professional nursing.EDUCATIONBSN required.Successful completion of an accredited Wound Management Program.EXPERIENCEThree to five years’ Wound Care experience in home health, hospital (acute or intensive care) or other health care setting preferred.Previous case management experience preferred.LICENSURE/CREDENTIALSWashington State RN license required.Wound Care Nurse certification (CWCN) required.Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.BENEFITS INFORMATION:Click here for information about our benefits.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Clallam County Public Hospital District No. 2 (DBA Olympic Medical Center)