A Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN) specializes in the treatment and management of various types of wounds, such as surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers and traumatic wounds. They play a critical role in promoting wound healing, preventing infections and providing comprehensive care to patients with complex wound needs. Wound Care RNs assess and document wounds, implement

Wound Care RNs have a diverse range of responsibilities. They assess and monitor wounds, develop individualized care plans, administer medications, perform wound debridement, change dressings, educate patients and families on wound care techniques, collaborate with physicians and wound care specialists and document patient progress. Additionally, Wound Care RNs may be involved in evaluating wound care products and implementing best practices

Benefits of being a Wound Care RN include the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient recovery and quality of life, the ability to work with a diverse range of patients and wound types and the satisfaction of witnessing wound healing progress. This specialty offers various career opportunities in hospitals, wound care centers, home healthcare and long-term care facilities.