Registered Nurse III MC​/CHC - RUHS Nurse Support Teams - Wound Care Per Diem

The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System-Medical Center (RUHS-MC) is currently recruiting for two experienced Registered Nurse III MC/CHC positions, one full time and one per diem to join our Nurse Support Teams Wound Care Department.

• Performs comprehensive wound, ostomy, and continence assessments in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized plans of care with measurable goals and outcomes.
• Provides evidence‑based recommendations aligned with national clinical practice guidelines (NPIAP, WOCN).
• Conducts consults, reassessments, and follow‑up evaluations.
• Documents assessments, treatment plans, and outcomes in the electronic health record.
• Collaborates with trauma, surgery, rehabilitation, dietitians, case management, and nursing teams.
• Educates patients and families on wound healing, ostomy management, and prevention strategies.
• Supports pressure injury prevention initiatives and regulatory readiness efforts.
• Participates in quality improvement and data‑driven performance initiatives.
• Provides bedside education and just‑in‑time coaching to nursing staff.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Completion of or willingness to enroll in a WOCN‑accredited education program within 12 months of hire.

• At least six (6) months of wound and/or ostomy experience preferred.
• Acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with:
  • Pressure injury staging and prevention
  • Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT)
  • Surgical and complex wound management
  • Ostomy pouching systems and patient/family education
• Experience collaborating in interdisciplinary rounds and participating in quality improvement initiatives is highly valued.

• A valid Registered Nurse License to practice in the State of California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• National Wound/Ostomy certification (AACN or ANCC recognized) required within 12 months of hire.

4/10 shift, including weekends and holidays

Hours:

8:00 AM to 6:30 PM

Full‑time: $51.1284 – $77.1585 per hour

Per Diem: $77.1585 per hour

At Riverside University Health System Medical Center, nursing is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in a vibrant and diverse community. Nationally recognized for its forward‑thinking and innovative approach to patient care, RUHS Medical Center is also a proud teaching hospital and one of the top employers in the region.

Our 439‑bed facility is a designated Level I Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and home to the region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Here, you’ll gain valuable experience across a wide range of specialties, including trauma care, stroke, pediatrics, and critical care.

We are committed to your professional growth, offering continuous education, training, and career development programs in a collaborative, supportive, and rewarding environment. Whether you’re an experienced nurse or just starting your career, RUHS Medical Center provides unparalleled opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

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