Registered Nurse Wound Care

Job PostingWe are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient, every time.St. Luke's Hospital is a value-driven award-winning health system that has been nationally recognized for its unmatched service and quality of patient care. Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence, and respect for each other and those we serve. Committed to values of human dignity, compassion, justice, excellence, and stewardship St. Luke's Hospital for over a decade has been recognized for Outstanding Patient Experience by HealthGrades.Position Summary:The Wound Care Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of quality patient care through the coordination of the interdisciplinary wound care program and oversight of the care provided. Develops, monitors and adapts individualized treatment plans based on recognized treatment protocols and current standards of practice. Works in collaboration with the Wound Care Team Members and any other direct care givers to assure that the treatment plan is carried out.Responsible for assessing, removal of dressings, cleansing the wounds, measuring, taking photographs, documentation and implementing plan of care. Serves as a resource and role model demonstrating professional skills and abilities.Maintains current knowledge of practice and serves as a catalyst for effective change in order to maintain quality services while maintaining effective utilization of resources and cost controls. Uses current clinical research in order to develop and justify treatment protocols. Uses knowledge of principles of growth and development in anticipating care of patients in the adult and geriatric stages of development.Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements:Education: Nursing DegreeLicensure: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of MissouriExperience: 3 Years of RN experienceBenefits for a Better You:Day one benefits packagePension Plan & 401KCompetitive compensationFSA & HSA optionsPTO programs availableEducation AssistanceWhy You Belong Here:You matter. We could not achieve our mission daily without the hands of our team. Our culture and compassion for our patients and team is a distinct reflection of our dynamic workforce. Each team member is focused on being part of something much bigger than themselves. Join our St. Luke's family to be a part of making life better for our patients, their families, and one another.