Wound Care RN

Wound Care RN

Job #1916604

Newark, NJ $2691-2862/week* 40 hrs/week

*Estimated payments include wages and expense reimbursement, are based on information available to Fusion at time of posting, and could vary depending on factors related to the facility or applicant. Estimated payments do not include taxes, insurance, or other deductions that may occur.

Start date: 06/01/2026

Assignment length: 13 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours: 5 X 8

Work setting: Hospital

Number of beds: 419

Trauma center: No

Charting system: Cerner (CernerWorks, Millennium, PowerChart), Citrix, Dell, Epic (EpicCare Link, MyChart, Resolute Professional Billing), Harris

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Wound Care RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Newark, New Jersey. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications:

• One year of recent experience as a Wound Care nurse
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS Certification (AHA/ARC)

Summary:

The Wound Care Nurse is a specialized healthcare professional responsible for assessing, managing, and treating patients with acute and chronic wounds. This role involves developing individualized care plans, providing wound care treatments, educating patients and families, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote optimal healing and prevent complications.

Essential Work Functions:

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients' wounds, including measuring wound dimensions, assessing tissue type, and evaluating signs of infection or delayed healing
• Create and execute individualized treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic wounds, pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, diabetic foot ulcers, and other conditions
• Provide education to patients and their families on wound prevention, proper wound care techniques, and strategies to promote healing
• Administer wound care treatments, including debridement, dressing changes, negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), and application of advanced wound products
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure wound care aligns with overall treatment goals
• Provide wound care in a variety of environments, including hospitals, outpatient wound care clinics, long-term care facilities, home health settings, and rehabilitation centers, adapting care to the unique needs of each setting and patient population
• Accurately document wound assessments, treatments, progress, and patient education in the patient medical record
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Required Essential Skills:

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities - Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal Skills - Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
• Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory - Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you that's why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we're here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel Wound Care RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

*Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer