Wound Care Nurse Practitioner - Program Director at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital – Ridgecrest, California

Job Summary

Occupation: Nurse Practitioner – Program Director

Specialty: Wound Care

Salary: $70.00–$105.00/hour

Working Hours: 40 hours/week

Shifts: Varies

On-Call: No

Degree Required: Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) with wound care experience

Position Type: Full Time

Work Environment: Hospital Clinic / Post-Acute / Long-Term Care

Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and collaborative Wound Care Nurse Practitioner – Program Director to lead the development of a comprehensive wound care program across Ridgecrest Regional Hospital’s acute, long-term care, ambulatory, and post-acute settings. This is a unique opportunity to shape a system-wide clinical service that improves healing outcomes and enhances quality of care.

In this leadership role, you will provide direct patient care within your scope of practice, including rounding and writing orders, while also supervising a wound care nurse and other clinical professionals. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure best practices and consistency in wound treatment protocols.

Patient Care & Treatment

Deliver advanced wound care services across multiple care environments, rounding on patients, evaluating wound healing, and initiating treatment plans. Educate patients, caregivers, and families on wound care. You’ll also be responsible for documentation and collaboration with attending providers to ensure safe, effective care.

Collaborative Teamwork

Develop and oversee the wound care program, including treatment protocols, staff education, and quality standards. Supervise wound care staff and coordinate with physicians, nursing, rehabilitation, and home health teams. Participate in QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) initiatives, ensuring program-wide alignment with evidence-based practices and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in California

BSN, MSN, or equivalent clinical background

5+ years of wound care experience, preferably in hospital and post-acute settings

Wound Care Certification: CWCA, CWS, CWON, CWOCN, or WCC (required or obtained within first year)

Knowledge of federal and state regulations in SNF, hospital, and outpatient clinics

One year of experience in program development/implementation or two years in a supervisory role (preferred)

Strong clinical leadership and supervisory skills

Proficiency in communication, coordination, and care planning

Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in English

Must be able to demonstrate Service Excellence with patients, families, coworkers, and community

Benefits You'll Enjoy

Medical, Dental, Vision

403B with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Sick and Vacation Time

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees.

Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.
About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it’s been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine.

Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.