WOUND CARE TECHNICIAN, SPECIALTY NURSING

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WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH


Purpose . No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.


Excellence . We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.


Team Spirit. We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.


Award Winning Performance. We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH


SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into- including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION : Main Campus


DEPARTMENT: SPECIALTY NURSING/IP WOUND CARE

SCHEDULE: Full Time, 7on/7off,


POSITION SUMMARY

The Wound Care Technician plays a vital role in assisting clinical staff in treating and managing wounds. They ensure proper wound care techniques, educate patients on wound management, and maintain accurate medical documentation.


EDUCATION

• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR Certification required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• One year direct patient care experience in a hospital or clinic setting required.
• General office skills and working knowledge of medical terminology.
• General computer skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS-ADA INFORMATION
Works primarily in moderate to fast-paced inpatient acute care setting. Generally assigned to consistent shift and unit but may be required to be temporarily re-assigned to meet organizational needs. Requires moderate to frequent lifting (excess of 50 lbs), bending and assisting in same, using correct techniques. Requires extensive walking during shift. Likely to be exposed to blood and body fluids and infectious diseases on a daily basis. Uses general office equipment in performance of duties, including but not limited to computers, computerized lab equipment, printers, fax, telephone & nurse call systems. Interacts daily with persons under stress, having complex complaints, and/or with whom there is a need to respond to questions, problems, or gain cooperation. Physical functional capacity for healthcare workers as defined by the Saunders Method (very heavy).


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