Southern New Hampshire Health has been a cornerstone of the region since 1893, delivering high-quality, compassionate care close to home. Anchored by Southern New Hampshire Medical Center—a 188-bed, DNV-accredited hospital in downtown Nashua with a Level III-N trauma center, Level II Special Care Nursery, and Magnet® designation for nursing excellence—we offer a full spectrum of services from primary care to advanced diagnostics and specialized treatments. Our medical staff includes over 500 providers from Foundation Medical Partners, and local practices. Foundation Medical Partners, our multi-specialty group, spans 70+ practices across southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts, providing coordinated, patient-centered care to thousands each year.
The RN Inpatient Wound and Ostomy Specialist is a key member of the Patient Care Services team, providing expert consultation and direct patient care for individuals with acute and chronic wounds, ostomy, and continence-related needs. This role partners with an interdisciplinary team to assess patient needs and develop individualized, age-specific, and culturally appropriate care plans.
This position also plays a critical role in advancing clinical practice by developing educational programs, leading prevention and treatment initiatives, coordinating quality improvement efforts, and advocating for best practices in wound, skin, and ostomy care.
Provide expert consultation and hands-on care for patients with wound, ostomy, or continence needs
Perform surveillance of pressure and non-pressure wounds, including hospital-acquired conditions
Collaborate with nursing staff to develop and document individualized care plans
Develop and implement wound care protocols, policies, and evidence-based practices
Educate patients, families, caregivers, and staff on wound prevention and care
Deliver post-operative teaching for patients with new or complex wounds or ostomies
Support and manage negative pressure wound therapy
Participate in interdisciplinary committees and quality improvement initiatives
Partner with physicians and advanced practice providers to establish best-practice care plans
Coordinate care transitions and discharge planning with case management and outpatient services
Evaluate products and recommend new technologies to improve patient outcomes
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of consults, treatments, and progress notes
Bachelor’s Degree required; BSN preferred
Current New Hampshire Registered Nurse license required
Wound Care Certification and Ostomy Certification required
CWOCN certification preferred
Minimum of 3–5 years of related nursing experience required
Inpatient wound care experience preferred
Completion of a WOCN-accredited program or equivalent experience required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills
Demonstrated expertise in clinical judgment, wound care practices, and negative pressure therapy
Ability to work autonomously, prioritize tasks, and collaborate effectively across disciplines
Commitment to professional growth, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care
Flexible schedule (Monday–Friday, first shift, with occasional off-shift collaboration as needed)
Southern NH Medical Center is a 5-time Magnet designated hospital
Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Competitive pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Education & Paid training courses for continued career progression
& So much more!
