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 compliance with policies, regulations, and best practices to deliver safe, compassionate, and effective care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments for wound care based on patient needs and condition changes.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to adjust and coordinate daily patient care plans.
• Communicate patient care plans effectively across shifts and departments.
• Deliver competent, compassionate, and cost-effective nursing care following evidence-based practices.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
• Delegate tasks appropriately within legal scope and team capabilities.
• Educate patients and families to support optimal care and transitions.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans as needed.
• Document all care and patient information accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Uphold confidentiality and protect patient health information (PHI).
• Participate in quality improvement and safety event analysis activities.
• Stay current with advancements and best practices in wound care and nursing.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California.
• Minimum of 1 year of wound care experience, including experience 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.
• Verification of state license including copy of professional license, state license verification, and NURSYS verification.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender, and education verification.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• Annual updates for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and other regulatory checks.
• Education verification with preference for Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana due to CA law).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work.
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • TB test or chest x-ray (annual renewal required)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (or approved declination)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (with accommodations for religious exemptions).
• Respiratory safety clearance annually (not required for dieticians).
• Completion of facility-specific regulatory orientation and compliance documents prior to start.

Additional Requirements

• Must provide full 7 years of work history with no gaps over 30 days.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually.
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years (Aya requirement, not client).
• Completion of competency exams as applicable (medication, dysrhythmia/EKG, etc.).
• Candidate must review and sign all required policies and attestations prior to start.

Preferred Certifications (Verify by Position)

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Critical Care RN (CCRN)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic wound care nursing role requiring strong clinical skills, prior travel experience, and commitment to patient-centered care.