Travel Nurse RN - Wound/Ostomy - $4,227 per week in New York City, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Wound/Ostomy
Location: New York City, NY
Agency: talent4health
Pay: $4,227 per week
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 24 Months
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with talent4health to find a qualified Wound/Ostomy RN in New York City, New York, 10035!

Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse specializing in wound care to provide comprehensive assessment, treatment, and management of patient wounds within a forensic psychiatric healthcare environment. The Certified Wound Care Nurse Specialist will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care while ensuring compliance with clinical standards, infection prevention protocols, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities · Assess, evaluate, and monitor patient wounds to determine appropriate treatment strategies and ongoing care needs. · Develop, implement, and update individualized wound care treatment plans. · Perform wound cleaning, dressing changes, debridement, and other specialized wound care procedures using sterile techniques. · Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on healing outcomes and clinical evaluations. · Educate patients and staff on wound care best practices, skin integrity management, and infection prevention measures. · Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care and treatment outcomes. · Conduct regular follow-up assessments and document wound status, interventions, and patient responses accurately and timely. · Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations, infection control standards, and facility policies. · Support staff education and provide guidance related to wound care protocols and procedures. · Participate in quality improvement initiatives and other assigned clinical duties as required. Work Schedule & Conditions · Schedule: 2–3 Days per Week · Overtime: Not required · Travel: Not required · Holidays: Not required to work NYS holidays · Work Environment: Forensic psychiatric healthcare facility Qualifications & Requirements · Active Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of New York · Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN) or equivalent wound care certification required · Demonstrated experience in wound care nursing or related clinical specialty · Advanced knowledge of wound care treatments, technologies, and healing protocols · Experience performing debridement and specialized wound care procedures · Strong documentation, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills · Leadership ability to mentor and educate staff on wound care practices · Candidates must have prior wound care experience to be considered · Additional Information · Max Bill Rate: $160/hour (No VMS Fee & NBO) · Question Deadline: May 14, 2026 · Submission Deadline: May 20, 2026

About talent4health

Talent4Health is the most candidate-centric agency in the industry. Talent4Health has client relationships with some of the most unique and patient-focused healthcare facilities, practices, and organizations in the US. Our recruiting and placement staff take the utmost pride in finding you a position that not only matches your skills, but is in line with the needs and wants of your career-path and personal life. Whether that is the most competitive pay package, unique or specific location, healthcare setting, or resume-building facility, we strive to build a strong and meaningful relationship so that we are there to meet your short-term and long-term career goals. Choosing to work with, and not for, an agency, is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Talent4Health doesn't take your decision lightly. Once you talk to one of our highly skilled and experienced staff, you will realize this is the long-term partnership you've been looking for. With Talent4Health you will be part of a family of recruiting and healthcare professionals all working towards bettering the landscape of healthcare delivery. 

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• Basic Life Saver (CPR, BLS)
• Core Concepts in Healthcare - Nursing

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