Wound Care RN

Wound Care Registered Nurse at Baylor The Heart Hospital Dallas

Join Baylor The Heart Hospital Dallas as a Wound Care RN!

Required Experience: 2 years as wound care RN & Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN)

Required Certifications: Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN)

Shift: FT | Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Training/orientation will potentially take place in Plano

Preferred experience: A candidate proficient in wound vac changes as we serve a large vascular population and able & willing to help provide wound care education to our bedside RNs

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Wound Care Registered Nurse assesses patients, establishes diagnoses, and creates healthcare plans. They observe and evaluate patient responses. This role ensures patient safety by understanding needs and assisting with encounters.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Conduct clinical assessments maintaining the highest standard of practice.
• Be proactive in designing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care plans.
• Take part in initiatives to improve quality and performance.
• Build therapeutic relationships with both patient and family.
• Engage in collaborative and mutual work with colleagues and the community.

Key Success Factors

• You need a good understanding of nursing standards and patient care.
• Understanding legal and ethical considerations is important for success.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• You must be a problem solver who can quickly detect and react to changes in patients.
• You will also need to know how to use computers and medical software.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Completion of an associates degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• Holding an effective Registered Nurse licensure.
• Must have Basic Life Support certification or obtain it within 30 days of starting the job.
• Required Experience: 2 years as wound care RN
• Required Certifications: Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN)

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