Wound Care Nurse (RN, Inpatient), Part-Time

Job Description

Job Description

Position Highlights:

• Job Type: Wound Care Nurse
• Location: Community Hospital/In Patient
• Schedule: 20-24 hours per week
• Application Deadline: Open until July 31, 2026

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients with wounds, evaluating the type, size, depth, and condition of the wound.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on the specific needs of each patient and the characteristics of their wounds.
• Perform wound dressing changes using aseptic techniques to minimize the risk of infection.
• Educate patients and their caregivers on proper wound care techniques, including wound cleansing, dressing changes, and signs of infection.
• Regularly assess and reassess the progress of wound healing, adjusting the treatment plan as needed.
• Monitor for signs of infection, complications, or changes in the patient's overall health that may impact wound recovery.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two (2) years of MedicalSurgical nursing (or equivalent).
• Current, unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse in Colorado.
• Current certification by Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNB) as a CWOCN, WCN, CWON, or COCN required.

Compensation:

• $40.00 - $46.00 per hour, depending on education and experience.
• Bonus: $5,000 (for nurses with 2 or more years of experience)
• Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increase, market adjustments, recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• 403(b) with employer matching
• Wellness Program
• Additional benefits based on employment status

Additional Information:

• Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 after starting work.
• Work Location: In-person/onsite

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Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.