Registered Nurse - Wound Care - Woodridge Rehabilitation and Nursing

Registered Nurse - Wound Care - Woodridge Rehabilitation and Nursing

Job Details

Job Ref:

R0090710

Category:

Registered Nurse

Employment Type:

Part-Time

Health Care Partner:

Central Vermont Medical Center

Location:

142 Woodridge Dr, Berlin, VT

Department:

CVMC - Woodridge Nursing Leadership

Job Type:

Regular

Primary Shift:

Day

Hours:

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Hours per Week:

20

Weekend Needs:

None

Pay Rate:

$39.97 - $61.71 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

Job description:

Our nurses are a critical part of the UVM Health team. We celebrate their daily contributions and the positive impact they have on our patients and their health.

At University of Vermont Health, you will work with a diverse group of nurses, physicians, and specialty practitioners who personally care about their patients and community. No matter the location, every employee has a hand in contributing to the wellness of patients. You'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect at UVM Health.

Unit Description: Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can watch your care make a difference throughout a resident’s care journey? Want to be part of a team of dedicated and communicative colleagues?

We foster a supportive and collaborative team environment where nurses are valued, respected, and empowered to grow professionally. Working alongside interdisciplinary colleagues, you'll be encouraged to share your expertise, learn from others, and contribute to a culture of compassion and excellence. At Woodridge, every day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact while advancing your skills in a rewarding and purpose-driven setting.

The Wound Care Nurse serves as the clinical leader for the facility's wound care and skin integrity program, supporting both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents. In this role, you will oversee the prevention, assessment, treatment, and healing of wounds while promoting resident-centered care and ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. As the wound care expert, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that optimize healing outcomes and enhance residents' quality of life.

Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive skin and wound assessments, performing wound measurements, documenting and monitoring healing progress, and entering and managing wound care orders within the electronic medical record. The Wound Care Nurse works closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, rehabilitation staff, dietitians, and nursing teams to coordinate care and drive positive clinical outcomes. This position also plays a critical role in pressure injury prevention, quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and competency development. The ideal candidate is a skilled clinician with strong assessment and communication abilities, sound clinical judgment, and a passion for evidence-based practice, continuous improvement, and exceptional resident care.

DAY SHIFT: 0900 – 1430. Scheduled days of the week negotiable.

Position Specific Requirements

• Minimum of two to three years of nursing experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, medical-surgical, wound care, or a related clinical setting.

• Demonstrated experience in wound assessment, pressure injury prevention, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary care coordination.

• Wound care certification (WCC, WOCN, CWCN, or equivalent) preferred, or willingness to obtain certification within one year of hire.

• Strong knowledge of wound assessment and treatment, pressure injury staging, skin integrity management, and evidence-based wound care practices.

• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and accurate clinical documentation.

• Understanding of regulatory requirements, quality improvement processes, and infection prevention standards within a long-term care or rehabilitation setting.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and exercise sound clinical judgment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with residents, families, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.

• Ability to educate, mentor, and support nursing staff while serving as a clinical resource and wound care expert for the organization.

On-call: Not Required.

Links:

• Check out our YouTube video to hear about Woodridge from our Nursing team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBEiYP6HxQ4

• Woodridge Rehabilitation and Nursing: https://www.cvmc.org/departments-programs/woodridge-rehabilitation-and-nursing

• Nursing at Woodridge: https://www.cvmc.org/departments-programs/woodridge-rehabilitation-and-nursing

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.

• Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

Our Total Rewards package includes:

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Eligible employees can choose between 4 medical, 3 dental, and 2 vision plans. Offering extensive coverage with flexible rates.

Flexible Spending Account

Take money out of your paycheck on a pre-tax basis to pay for eligible expenses

Retirement Benefits

(403b)

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions

Insurance Benefits (Life, Short-Term, Long-Term)

Feel secure with extensive life insurance plans, along with short-term and long-term disability

CTO/PTO: Paid time off

CTO combines time off into a single program. Providing paid time off for holidays, sick time, vacation, and personal days.

Additional benefits may include:

Employee Discounts

Employees are eligible for discounts at a wide range of businesses. From Automotive and Banking expenses to seasonal discounts on ski passes.

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Counseling and other forms of support to help ensure a healthy personal and professional lifestyle.

Tuition Reimbursement

Eligible employees have access to a simple and expansive tuition reimbursement system.

Employee Referral Program

Encourage your talented network to apply for a job, and you may qualify for a Referral Bonus. Amounts vary by location.

Relocation Assistance

$6,000 relocation award and up to 2 months furnished housing for select roles.

On-Site Food Service

Enjoy reasonably priced meals that include locally sourced and organic options.

*not available at all locations

Pet Insurance

Employees are eligible for discounted pricing on America's #1 pet insurance

About the area:

Berlin, VT, located centrally in Vermont, is just minutes from the capital city, Montpelier. Our historical downtown areas feature a wonderful and unique assortment of local shopping opportunities, not to mention the many farmers’ markets, pick-your-own-fields and community supported agriculture programs (CSAs).

Within a state that boasts 52 state parks, 800 lakes and over 7,000 miles of rivers and streams, you’ll find an abundance of opportunities for hiking, skiing, camping, fishing, sailing, swimming and more.

If you’re planning to relocate with your family in tow, Vermont is known for its high-quality public education and its well-established private schools. And whether you’ve always envisioned living in an old farmhouse or a historic Victorian, or building your dream house with your family, Vermont has plenty of real estate opportunities.

With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.

Joining our team has its perks:

• We encourage professional growth and development

• We ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued

• We offer structured preceptorships and continuing education

• We are committed to great patient ratios

• Our team culture is unlike what you’ll find at other hospitals

• We’ve made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment

• Nurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance

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