RN- Health Care (Full-Time

Facility: Wound Care
Schedule: Day shift | Full-time
How you'll make an impact in this role Spearhead and launch the new wound care program at Saint Joseph Hospital Chicago, serving as the clinical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to establish standardized care protocols and lead quality improvement initiatives that reduce readmissions.
Train, mentor, and educate floor nurses across RN units on advanced wound assessment, staging, dressing selection, and prevention strategies to build unit-level clinical expertise.
Deliver hands‑on specialized wound care during program rollout, transitioning to a primary role of complex clinical consultation, interdisciplinary coordination with physicians and case management, and program oversight.
Manage comprehensive patient care plans and discharge planning needs, developing targeted patient education materials to ensure seamless post‑acute transitions and empower self‑care.
What minimum qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Certification specializing in Wound Care credentialed from the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy (NAWCCB) preferred.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.
What additional requirements you'll need 2 years wound care experience
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Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
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