Clinical Nurse (RN), Wound Care - Day Shift

Role Summary

As a Clinical Nurse II in Wound Care at Howard University Hospital — the nation’s only teaching hospital on the campus of a historically Black university and a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center — you will deliver skilled, patient-centered care to patients at risk of or living with complex wound care needs. Reporting to the Nurse Manager, you will assess, plan, intervene, and evaluate care at the bedside, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to achieve safe, effective outcomes.

You’ll bring professionalism, adhere to ANA standards of practice, and help advance our nursing mission and vision — supported by structured orientation, ongoing education, and a practice environment built around growth.

What You’ll Do

• Assess, plan, intervene, and evaluate patient care at the bedside; identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients, families, and friends; establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential in adherence with HIPAA Privacy policies and procedures
• Document patient care and outcomes in the electronic health record; maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Delegate tasks to non-licensed personnel and assistants
• Participate in unit performance improvement programs through ongoing design, assessment, measurement, and improvement activities; participate in nursing and unit-based committees such as education, engagement, and practice
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled-substance regulations
• Serve in the role of charge nurse with approval by the Nurse Manager
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques
• Assume other duties and responsibilities that are related and appropriate to the position and area

Required Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Two (2) or more years of clinical nursing experience upon hire, OR completion of HUH’s Professional Nurses Clinical Advancement Program (PNCAP) and eighteen (18) months of employment at HUH
• Current, active RN license in the District of Columbia
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
• Wound Care Nurse certification required
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to evaluate patient care
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
• Able to work in a stressful environment with multiple demands and respond appropriately; resolve conflicts effectively, prioritize tasks, respond to emergencies, and react calmly
• Awareness of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment; able to respond to alarms, codes, telephones, and overhead pages
• Able to read charts, labels, documentation, policies, and procedures; able to communicate with staff, visitors, patients, and physicians in clear and concise English
• Knowledge of and participation in quality, patient experience, and professional development initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Experience with Soarian Clinicals or a comparable electronic health record

About Howard University Hospital

Howard University Hospital (HUH) is the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically Black university. With a legacy dating back to 1862 — when it operated as Freedmen’s Hospital, providing care and refuge to those who had been denied it elsewhere — HUH has grown into one of the most comprehensive healthcare facilities in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and is a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center. Today, HUH continues its proud tradition of delivering exemplary, patient-centered, and culturally responsive care to the community, while providing exceptional learning and professional development opportunities for the next generation of healthcare professionals.

What We Offer

• Work-life balance
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Competitive, comprehensive benefit plans including health, disability, vacation, sick leave, and 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition remission at Howard University for you and/or eligible dependent children — up to two (2) courses per semester
• A mission-driven environment rooted in over 150 years of excellence, service, and advocacy for the communities we serve

Position Details

Pay & Schedule

This position is covered under the DC Nurses Association (DCNA) collective bargaining agreement. Base pay range: $37.89–$63.36/hr, commensurate with experience and qualifications per the DCNA wage scale.

Compliance Statements

Culture of Care: Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability, learning, and patient safety.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at HUHLA@huhosp.org.

Pay Transparency: Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, internal equity, and other relevant factors.

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.