Open wounds increase a patient’s risk of infection and can even lead to amputations in diabetic patients if the wound fails to heal. In the 2000 – 2002 Center for Disease Control and Prevention survey period, 12. % of diabetic patients in the U.S. reported having a history of a foot ulcer. Pressure sores are another prominent wound occurrence in elderly patients and patients with spinal cord injuries. BSN schools are now training students to care for wounds and increase the chances for healing.
BSN Schools Prepare Students to Promote Wound Healing
Wound care nursing professionals work in a variety of settings with several types of wounds. BSN School prepares students to work as wound care nurses in the following areas:
- Pressure Ulcer Nursing
- Surgical Wound Nursing
- Ostomy Care Nursing
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer & Cellulitis Nursing
- Burn Wound Nursing.
Graduates are Eligible for Professional Certification as Wound Care Nurses
The American Academy of Wound Management, an inter-disciplinary certification board for wound care professionals, offers certification for Registered Nurses. As of January 1, 2007, Registered Nurses must have a bachelor of science in nursing from degree-granting institution in order to obtain certification. Requirements for certification include:
- A bachelor degree in nursing
- 5 years of documented clinical or research experience in wound care nursing
- A score of 140 out of 200 on a wound care nursing examination.
Wound care nurses are a vital component of quality health care. Graduates of BSN schools who choose to specialize in wound care can expect to find a high demand for their services in the job market. With proper training, wound care nurses can also count on making a significant difference in the lives of their patients.
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