Wound Care Nurse (RN, Inpatient), Part-Time
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Community Hospital
Grand Junction, CO, US
Summary
The nurse will conduct thorough wound assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for patients. They are also responsible for performing dressing changes using aseptic techniques and educating patients on proper wound care.
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 before 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.
About Community Hospital
Community Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado, is a full-service, acute-care hospital licensed for 60 beds. As part of the Colorado West Healthcare System, we offer full outpatient diagnostic services and inpatient care for the Western Slope region of Colorado, and eastern Utah. Community Hospital brings together expert staff and world-class technology in a healing, family-centered environment. We provide a full range of medical services, including inpatient and outpatient surgery,and emergency care. We have comprehensive diagnostic capabilities: state-of-the-art ultrasound, CT (Philips Ingenuity 128 MDCT), digital mammography and cardiac testing. Community Hospital proudly partners with University of Utah Heath Care and Huntsman Cancer Institute to provide world-class medical and radiation oncology right here at home. Community Hospital is Joint Commission accredited. Our laboratory is College of American Pathologists-accredited. For those lab tests that we don’t conduct on site, the Mayo Clinic is our exclusive partner for reference laboratory services. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized care to our patients, and in working closely with our medical-care providers in treating the whole person. This approach has resonated with our patients, and we are growing to meet our community’s demand. On October 15th, 2014, Community Hospital broke ground on a new four-story, 140,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility. Our NEW hospital opened Thursday, March 17th, 2016!
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Grand Junction, CO
About Community Hospital
Community Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado, is a full-service, acute-care hospital licensed for 60 beds. As part of the Colorado West Healthcare System, we offer full outpatient diagnostic services and inpatient care for the Western Slope region of Colorado, and eastern Utah. Community Hospital brings together expert staff and world-class technology in a healing, family-centered environment. We provide a full range of medical services, including inpatient and outpatient surgery,and emergency care. We have comprehensive diagnostic capabilities: state-of-the-art ultrasound, CT (Philips Ingenuity 128 MDCT), digital mammography and cardiac testing. Community Hospital proudly partners with University of Utah Heath Care and Huntsman Cancer Institute to provide world-class medical and radiation oncology right here at home. Community Hospital is Joint Commission accredited. Our laboratory is College of American Pathologists-accredited. For those lab tests that we don’t conduct on site, the Mayo Clinic is our exclusive partner for reference laboratory services. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized care to our patients, and in working closely with our medical-care providers in treating the whole person. This approach has resonated with our patients, and we are growing to meet our community’s demand. On October 15th, 2014, Community Hospital broke ground on a new four-story, 140,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility. Our NEW hospital opened Thursday, March 17th, 2016!
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Grand Junction, CO