Travel Registered Nurse Wound Care Job

Job Overview

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) – Wound Care to provide specialized care for patients with acute and chronic wounds . This role requires expertise in wound assessment, treatment planning, infection control, and patient education to promote healing and prevent complications.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate wound types, severity, and healing progress
• Develop and implement individualized wound care plans based on patient needs
• Perform wound cleaning, debridement, dressing changes, and negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT)
• Monitor for signs of infection, delayed healing, or complications and adjust care plans accordingly
• Educate patients and caregivers on proper wound care techniques, hygiene, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, dietitians, and physical therapists to optimize wound healing
• Maintain accurate patient records, treatment notes, and progress reports
• Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and best practices in wound management
• Stay updated on new wound care technologies and treatment methodologies

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in applicable state(s)
• Minimum 2 years of wound care or related nursing experience
• Wound Care Certification (WCC) or Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) preferred
• Strong knowledge of advanced wound care treatments, infection control, and pressure ulcer prevention
• Experience with negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), skin grafts, and diabetic wound care
• Excellent patient education, communication, and critical-thinking skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and shift differentials
• Housing and meal allowances (if applicable)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Continuing education and wound care certification reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Are you a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for Wound Care seeking an exciting travel healthcare assignment in Pittsfield, Massachusetts? TLC Nursing has a fantastic opportunity for you! In this 13-week assignment, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized wound care to patients in a dynamic healthcare setting. Your expertise as a Registered Nurse (RN) will be instrumental in delivering high-quality care and ensuring positive patient outcomes in the picturesque city of Pittsfield, Massachusetts. As a travel nurse specializing in Wound Care, your responsibilities will include assessing and treating various types of wounds, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, and educating patients and their families on wound management techniques. Your compassion, clinical skills, and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you care for during this travel healthcare assignment. Join TLC Nursing, a nurse-founded agency dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals like you. Benefit from our 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing, ensuring a seamless and rewarding experience throughout your assignment. **Weekly Pay: $2,873.07** **Guaranteed Hours: 40.0 per week** ### Benefits: - Best in the Industry Pay Packages - $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire - Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law) - 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years - Aflac – Available for employee purchase - Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals - EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP Are you ready to elevate your nursing career with this exciting travel healthcare assignment? Apply now to embark on a fulfilling journey as a Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN) in Pittsfield, Massachusetts with TLC Nursing!