Wound Care Nurse
New York, New York
Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center

Job Opportunity: Wound Care Nurse (Registered Nurse)

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks

Job Description

• Provide specialized wound care nursing services including:

  • Assessing and evaluating patient wounds to determine treatment plans
  • Developing and implementing individualized wound care plans
  • Cleaning and dressing wounds using sterile techniques
  • Performing wound care procedures such as debridement
  • Monitoring and documenting patient progress, updating plans as needed
  • Educating patients on wound care and infection prevention
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Conducting regular follow-ups to monitor healing
  • Adhering to healthcare regulations and safety standards

Work Schedule

• Day shift: 2 shifts per week, 8 hours each (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Total hours per week: 16

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in New York
• Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN) or equivalent wound care certification
• Experience in wound care nursing or related field with advanced knowledge of wound care treatments and technologies
• Ability to perform wound care procedures including debridement
• Leadership skills for training and mentoring staff
• Current certifications:

  • ACLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
  • BLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
  • PALS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background checks including:

  • Criminal background check with fingerprinting (FBI-based, completed onsite or as specified)
  • Staff Exclusion List (SEL) and Statewide Central Register (SCR) database checks
• Professional license copy
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (required for RNs)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start date
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months prior to start (Qgold, Tspot, or 2-step PPD)
• Annual TB Questionnaire (for travel agency compliance)
• Vaccination or titer documentation for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination, titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or declination (proof of last season’s vaccination required; flu vaccine can be done onsite)
• COVID-19 vaccine booster preferred but not required
• Drug testing: 9-panel within 1 year of start (instant tests acceptable)
• Medicaid enrollment proof as a provider (RN requirement)
• Completion of facility-specific documents prior to start, including:

  • Code of Conduct
  • Mandated Reporter Attestation
  • Notice of Social Services Procedures
  • Emergency Info Card
  • Crisis-related forms and releases (time sensitive)
• Two professional references required

Additional Notes

• This is a state-run facility with a slow bid and hiring process; patience is required during the selection period.
• Fingerprinting results must be printed and submitted within 24 hours of receipt to avoid delays.
• Some background and compliance forms are time sensitive and must be completed immediately upon assignment.

This position is ideal for experienced wound care RNs seeking a travel contract role with specialized responsibilities in wound assessment and treatment within a forensic psychiatric setting.