Wound Care Nurse III

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento

Position Overview:

Accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient skin and wound management, patient/family education and transitions of care. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, manages/coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RN-Registered Nurse of California
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• WCC-Wound Care Certified required

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrated clinical expertise in the area of wound care, including a working knowledge of pharmacology, medical terminology, and aseptic technique.
• Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
• Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record.
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Build collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Short Hour

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

16

Employee Status:

Short Hour

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $79.30 to $103.86 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ​