Provides patient care to Wound Care Center patients and handles patient intake and discharge processes as assigned and according to the hospital and nursing standards
Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed
May also serve as Case Manager to a group of patients as assigned. This entails:
Performing the initial nursing assessment, communicating findings with the assigned physician, assessing the wound stage and measurements, documenting care plans, evaluating the patient’ status in regards to desired outcomes, and identifying patient care situations that require intervention
Participating in quality improvement initiatives, providing education to the patient or caregiver, and serving as a patient advocate in the delivery and coordination of the patient care
Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) related duties as assigned, upon completion of the Healogics hyperbaric training
May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training
Collaborates as needed with other healthcare providers, Wound Care Center Providers, the Program Director and the Medical Director regarding clinic and patient needs
May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy
Performs other duties as required.
Required Education, Experience and Credentials
Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Current RN license in the state of practice – to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in the position
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Medical Surgical, Home Health or Wound Care Certification preferred
Wound care experience preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support)
Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills
Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills, to include presentation skills and ability to translate complex technical terms in laymen’s terms
Customer service skills and follow-up skills
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
Teaching skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to work on multiple tasks at the same time
Ability to work with others and in a team environment
Ability to stay calm in all situations
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems
Physical Demands
Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
Repetitive motions
Moving about
Pushing/pulling
Reading
Bending/stooping
Communicating
Reaching/grasping/touching with hands
Detecting sounds by ear
Writing
Close, distance and peripheral vision
Traveling distances (car, airplane, etc.)
Color perception
Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds
Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance
Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more
Work Environment
Normal office environment
Exposure to mechanical equipment
Patient care environment
Electrical current
Proximity to moving objects
Exposure to Hazards (blood borne pathogens, body fluids, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc)
This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography as well as operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.
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