Clinic Wound Care Nurse-UMCEPH Vascular Surgery
Listed on 2026-01-24
-
Nursing
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Healthcare Nursing, Palliative Care Nurse
Clinic Wound Care Nurse-UMCEPH Vascular Surgery OR
- Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
- Department UMCEPH Vascular Surgery OR
- Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Days
The Clinic Wound Care Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care for patients with vascular conditions and complex wounds. Integrates clinical expertise in wound management, vascular surgery support, and patient education to promote optimal healing and outcomes. Collaborates with vascular surgeons, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary care teams to ensure safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care delivery in both the clinic and procedural settings.
Work Experience
One year of nursing experience required, with a preference for background in wound care, vascular surgery, or related specialties. Experience in negative pressure wound therapy, advanced wound dressings, and vascular patient care is preferred.
Wound Care Certification (WOCN, CWCN, or equivalent) preferred. Education and TrainingBachelor’s degree in nursing required. Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
Skills- Knowledge of the four stages of wound healing (hemostasis, inflammatory, proliferative, maturation).
- Ability to assess and classify different wound types (pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, etc.).
- Familiarity with various wound dressings and advanced technologies like negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT).
- Proficient in performing sharp, mechanical, enzymatic, or autolytic debridement.
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques and infection prevention in wound care.
- Ability to educate patients on wound care, prevention, and lifestyle adjustments.
- Skilled in managing pain associated with wound care using appropriate therapies.
- Ability to collaborate with healthcare teams (surgeons, physical therapists, specialists) in patient care.
- Skilled in accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Ability to assess patient conditions, make clinical decisions, and adjust care plans as needed.
- Understanding of cultural considerations in providing wound care, especially in diverse populations.
- Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize care effectively in busy clinical settings.
- Ability to lead and mentor staff and educate colleagues on best wound care practices.
- Participation in quality improvement initiatives and using data to improve wound care practices.
- Ability to integrate evidence-based practices into daily wound care for improved patient outcomes.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).