Registered Nurse- RN

Job Overview Under the direction of the Wound Care Center Clinical Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator, the Registered Nurse (RN) primarily provides patient care and handles intake and discharge processes for the Wound Care Center patients as scheduled. The position may also serve as a Case Manager to a group of assigned Wound Care Center patients, depending on the center setup. Essential Functions / Responsibilities Provide patient care to Wound Care Center patients and handle patient intake and discharge processes as assigned and according to hospital and nursing standards. Assist in the vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training is completed. May serve as a Case Manager to a group of patients as assigned. This entails: Performing the initial nursing assessment and communicating findings with the assigned physician. Assessing the wound stage and measurements. Documenting care plans and evaluating patient status in regards to desired outcomes. Identifying patient care situations that require intervention. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, provide education to the patient or caregiver, and serve as a patient advocate in the delivery and coordination of patient care. Perform 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. Collaborate 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. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications Degree in Nursing (ADN) and current RN license in the state of practice – to be maintained throughout the duration of employment. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Medical Surgical, Home Health or Wound Care Certification preferred. Wound care experience preferred. 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, oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills and ability to translate complex technical terms into layman’s terms. Customer service skills and follow‑up skills. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Teaching skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work with others and in a team environment. Ability to remain calm in all situations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, 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). Compensation The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $41.98 and $52.90 per hour, based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography, and operational needs. All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to Healogics policies, hospital policies, accrediting organizations, federal and state regulations, and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr