Wound Care Registered Nurse
Modesto, California
Memorial Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Wound Care Registered Nurse

Location: Modesto, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide specialized wound care nursing services, including patient assessment, planning, and delivery of care. Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure patient-centric, coordinated care plans. Maintain high standards of safety, confidentiality, and evidence-based nursing practice.

Work Schedule

• Day shift
• 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• 40 hours per week

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
• Minimum of 1 year of wound care experience, including within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments specific to wound care needs and changes in condition
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to develop and adjust patient care plans
• Communicate patient care plans effectively across shifts and departments
• Provide compassionate, competent, and cost-effective nursing care following hospital policies and evidence-based practices
• Delegate tasks appropriately within legal scope of practice
• Educate patients and families to support optimal care and transitions
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans accordingly
• Maintain confidentiality of patient health information (PHI)
• Participate in quality improvement and safety event reporting

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender, and education verification
• FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter (or equivalent checks if FACIS not available)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks, updated annually
• Education verification with preference for Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months (excluding marijuana due to CA law)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Adult TDAP within 10 years
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days (annual renewal required)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 – Apr 30) or signed declination
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (with accommodations for religious exemptions or failed tests)
• Respiratory safety clearance annually (not required for all roles)
• Completion of facility-specific regulatory orientation and compliance documents prior to start

Documentation and Verification

• Full 7 years of work history with no gaps over 30 days, including city and state of employment
• Employment verification for up to 7 years, with explanations for any gaps over 30 days
• Unit-specific skills checklist, renewed annually
• Professional license primary source verification within 30 days of start
• NURSYS verification for RN license within 30 days of start
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years (Aya requirement, not client)

Additional Notes

• Candidate must complete and sign various facility-specific documents including job description acknowledgment, standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and conditional offer attestations prior to start
• Religious exemption requests for facial hair (PAPR) and certain vaccines require approval and specific documentation
• Candidates must complete an Epic questionnaire (for RNs) starting with contracts beginning November 3, 2025

This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on wound care nursing with a structured day shift schedule and comprehensive compliance standards.