Registered Nurse Wound Care

Position Details Position Status: Shift: Other (United States of America) Hours per week: 0 Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients through the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Experience Qualifications 1 year Experience in a clinic setting. Preferred Skills and Abilities Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to rights of patient/significant other, as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and departmental functioning. Strives to manage situations in a manner, which minimizes risk to the patient and the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency) Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, non-verbal and written methods. (Required proficiency) Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medication administration and equipment calibration. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required Basic Life Support - BLS RQI, CPR or ACLS certifications may be required in lieu of or in addition to BLS depending on department. Must have within 90 days of hire. Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse - WOCNCB - Magnet Preferred Certified Wound Care Associate - AAWM - Magnet What You Will Do Provides case management to a group of specified patients providing specific assessments according to wound care clinical practice guidelines and policies and procedures, complete all required related documentation, including review of appropriate I-Heal reports and acts as patient advocate in delivery and coordination of patient care Formulates a prioritized and goal directed plan of care, which is based on patient’s presenting problems and projected outcomes. Provides direct patient care as defined within the scope of the state’s nurse practice act. Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiological and cognitive status. Administers prescribed medications, infusions, and/or treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Functions to establish priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment and supplies. Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination and testing of patients. Evaluates the effectiveness of the health care process (self, systems, environment, and instrumentation) in meeting outcomes. Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to provider. Provides medication as directed. Documents in patient and department records in a timely, accurate and concise manner according to department standards. Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Compiles tests and examination results. Evaluates the patient’s progress towards achieving outcomes. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established standards of care. Practices effective problem identification and resolution as a method of sound decision making. Greets patients and prepares them for provider examination. Collects patient history information. Instruct patients in collection of samples and tests. Triages and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Participates in system wide/department patient care quality improvement activities as well as standards development. Participates actively in clinical education activities, including orientation of new employees and teaching student nurses. Participates in nursing research activities. Participates in development and attainment of system wide/department hospital goals. Triages and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Delegates tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care and department activities in accordance with the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act. Adheres to staffing and scheduling practices. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned. Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability On-Site; No Remote Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Crawling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Working Conditions Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Working Conditions Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Working Conditions Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Needle Stick: Frequently 3-5 Hours Working Conditions Noise/Sounds: Frequently 3-5 Hours Working Conditions Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Working Conditions Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Working Conditions Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour Equal Opportunity Employer Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications. Company Overview Stormont Vail Health is a nonprofit integrated health system that has been serving the health care needs of Kansas for more than 130 years. Stormont Vail Has been recognized as a Magnet® organization since 2009 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. It is composed of Stormont Vail Hospital, a 586-bed acute care hospital, and Cotton O’Neil Clinic, a multi-specialty physician group with more than 500 providers, which includes more than 250 physicians. Nearly 5,300 employees provide care and support services for patients in the hospital and 35 other locations, including the Cotton O’Neil Heart Center, Cancer Center, Diabetes & Endocrinology Center, Digestive Health Center, Pediatrics clinics and 10 regional primary care clinics. Stormont Vail Health is committed to its mission of improving the health of the community by being a national leader in providing compassionate, high quality and efficient integrated care through collaboration that results in a healthier community. #J-18808-Ljbffr