Registered Nurse (RN)

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 RN may also serve as a Case Manager for a group of assigned patients, depending on the Wound Care Center setup. Responsibilities Provides patient care to Wound Care Center patients and handles patient intake and discharge processes as assigned and according to the hospital and nursing standards. Assists in vein clinic activities after completing Healogics Vein Clinic training. Serves as a case manager for a group of patients as assigned, performing initial nursing assessment, communicating findings with the assigned physician, assessing wound stage and measurements, documenting care plans, evaluating patient status toward desired outcomes, and identifying situations that require intervention. Participates in quality improvement initiatives, provides education to the patient or caregiver, and serves as a patient advocate in delivery and coordination of care. Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) related duties as assigned upon completion of Healogics hyperbaric training. May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training. Collaborates with other healthcare providers, Wound Care Center Providers, Program Director, and Medical Director regarding clinic and patient needs. Functions as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy. Performs other duties as required. All employees must perform job responsibilities according to Healogics policies, hospital policies, accrediting organizations, federal and state regulations, and CMS guidelines. Qualifications Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); BSN preferred. Current RN license in the state of practice, to be maintained throughout employment. Medical Surgical, Home Health, or Wound Care certification preferred. Wound care experience preferred. Demonstrated competency in Basic Life Support (BLS). 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 and follow‑up skills. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Teaching skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Teamwork ability. Ability to stay 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, writing. Close, distance and peripheral vision. Travel distances (car, airplane, etc.). Color perception. Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds (without assistance); up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance. Viewing computer screen for extended periods (4 hours or more). 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, etc.). Compensation The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $37.78 and $47.61 per hour, based on potential employee qualifications such as education, experience, geography, and operational needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Healogics LLC