Position Overview
Department : Wound Care
Schedule:
Full Time Days, 8:00-4:30 pm; five 8 hour shifts per week Work
Location:
UAB St. Vincent's Chilton - Clanton, Al Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
What You Will Do
- The RN Manager for the Wound Care Department provides clinical and administrative leadership for wound care services across the organization.
- This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring evidence-based wound care practices, maintaining regulatory compliance, and leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
- The RN Manager must hold current Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) certification and demonstrate advanced expertise in wound management. 1.
- Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance management for wound care nursing staff and support personnel.2.
- Develop staffing plans, schedules, and workflows to ensure appropriate coverage and efficient operations.3.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the wound care team.4.
- Participate in recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of wound care staff.5.
- Ensure delivery of evidence-based wound care in accordance with professional standards, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.6.
- Serve as a clinical expert and resource for complex wound cases, consultations, and care planning.7.
- Monitor patient outcomes, quality indicators, and clinical documentation related to wound care services.8.
- Lead or participate in interdisciplinary rounds and care coordination related to wound management.9.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and infection prevention standards.10.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on wound healing outcomes, pressure injury prevention, and patient safety.11.
- Review incident reports, conduct root cause analyses related to wound care, and implement corrective actions as needed.12.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate wound care programs, protocols, and clinical pathways.13.
- Provide education and ongoing competency validation for nursing staff and interdisciplinary partners related to wound care best practices.14.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for organizational initiatives related to skin integrity and wound prevention.15.
- Assist with budget development, expense monitoring, and supply utilization related to wound care services.16.
- Evaluate and standardize wound care products and equipment in collaboration with supply chain and clinical leadership.17.
- Prepare reports and presentations related to department performance, quality metrics, and operational outcomes.18.
- Practice the ability to supervise and operate Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT).
What You Will Need
- Licenses / Certifications / Registrations Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Alabama.
- Current Wound Care Certification (WCC) or Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing certification (WOCN) required.
- Minimum Requirements Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Alabama.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Current Wound Care Certification (WCC) or Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification (WOCN) required.
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical wound care experience required.
- Minimum of 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a clinical setting required.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory, accreditation, and quality standards related to wound care.
- Additional Preferences No additional preferences.
- About UAB St.
- Vincent’s UAB St.
- Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years.
- With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St.
- Vincent’s name.
- We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other.
- We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients.
- We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees.
- As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S.
- News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission.
- Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.
