Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Wound Care for a travel nursing job in Mission Viejo, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Wound Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 8 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Wound Care is sought for an assignment in a healthcare facility located in Mission Viejo, California. This role involves providing comprehensive wound assessment, management, and treatment for adult and geriatric patients. The position offers a weekday schedule focused on wound care procedures, including wound vac application and removal, dressing changes, and advanced ulcer management.
Job Details:
- Location: Mission Viejo, California
- Shift: Days, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Required Qualifications: Currently licensed as a registered nurse in California; minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in wound care; valid BLS certification; Wound Certified (WOCN) certification preferred; experience with wound assessment and advanced wound management procedures; proficiency with the Epic documentation system; flexibility to float within the hospital as needed.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with pressure ulcer staging (Stage I-IV), wound vac therapy, and advanced wound dressings such as alginates, hydrogels, and foams. Familiarity with peripheral arterial ulcer assessment, debridement techniques, and infection control protocols.
- Additional Information: Candidates must be capable of performing wound vac application and removal, dressing application, and 2-layer compression wrap application. The role includes patient education on self-care techniques related to wound management, urinary and fecal incontinence programs, and the use of complex dressings and therapies. Compliance with state licensing requirements and previous hospital clinical experience are essential.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1294113. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Wound Care
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus