RN - Nursing

RN - Nursing at ScionHealth summary: The RN specializing in nursing provides expert wound care through the implementation of policies and best practices. This role involves direct patient care, collaboration with clinical staff, and the consultation of wound care specialists to develop effective treatment plans. Responsibilities also include evaluating wound status and educating healthcare personnel on best practices in wound management.

Description

Job Summary

Implements policies and procedures, along with standards of care and practice related to patient care needs involving various types of wounds. Provides direct patient care and assistance to staff nurses and acts as consultative service regarding wound care to clinical staff. Performs wound care functions under the oversight of a Wound Care Coordinator.

Essential Functions

Provides care for patients whose primary needs involve wounds Evaluates all wounds upon admission and ongoing to determine treatment plan and provide early problem identification Reviews initial treatment plan with the supervising Registered Nurse Reports to the supervising Registered Nurse any change of wound status Consults with National Wound Care Consultant and Wound Care Coordinators Assists in planning patient's care Evaluates products and cost effectiveness for use in hospital and makes recommendation Reviews and participates in developing discharge plans Educates staff on products available for use in hospital Evaluates culture results and conferences with physicians on Plan of Care Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

Ability to adapt to new situations, set priorities, and utilize problem-solving techniques Knowledge in wound care Knowledge in wound debridement's as indicated within level and scope of practice Ability to serve as resources to nursing staff in complex wound management Ability to lead, motivate, and develop others individually and as a team Must read, write and speak fluent English Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team Must have good and regular attendance Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0% Performs other related duties as assigned $15,000 Sign on Bonus

Salary Range: $40.71 - $50.62/Hour

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program leading to licensure as an LPN/LVN or RN Licenses/Certification

Active RN or LPN/LVN License in the state and BLS certification Experience

Three (3) years nursing experience with experience as an acute care nurse

Keywords: wound care, registered nurse, patient care, clinical nursing, healthcare consulting, nursing education, acute care, wound management, healthcare policies