*Description* Summary: The Wound Care Clinician I performs skilled nursing assessment and specialized care, including interventions, treatment and education to patients at risk for or with actual deficits in skin integrity, such as those with pressure ulcers, arterial, venous, diabetic and other types of wounds. The role includes case finding, consulting, making referrals, formulating treatment plans, educating the nursing staff and physician staff, auditing charts, collecting data and developing / managing quality improvement processes, developing / updating skin care policies and procedures. Reports to the Director of Nursing Quality and Professional Practice. Responsibilities: 1. Uses diagnostic skills to assess effectiveness of patient care decisions, performs wound therapeutic modalities with a full understanding of pathophysiology and indication for therapy and takes appropriate action if such therapy is contraindicated or side effects develop. 2. Prepares, evaluates, and instructs patients in wound management plans. Instructs the patient and family in new therapies and allows for questions to verify patient/family understanding. 3. Documents information in the appropriate record in complete detail. 4. Supports in implementation of a comprehensive Wound Care Program for Inpatient Services, the Emergency Department, and OR Services. 5. Provides Instruction and Clinical Supervision to Nursing Staff Members on Prevention, Treatment, and Management of all Patients with Skin Integrity Issues. 6. - Effectively utilizes supplies and equipment. Maintains a safe wound care environment. 7. Performs other duties as assigned. 8. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. Education: BACHELOR'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Bachelor's Degree required. Currently licensed in CT as a Registered Professional Nurse. 5 years experience in an acute care area. Minimum Experience: five years Desired: Certified by Wound Ostomy Continence Society (WOCN) as a Wound Care Nurse (or certification must be achieved within 12 months of hire) Credentials: RN,WOCN Company: Norwalk Hospital Association Org Unit: 385 Department: Nursing Unit Wound Care Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.