Wound Care Nurse - Local Travel

Position Title: Wound Care Nurse - Local Travel

Location: Austin, TX

Employment Type: Local Travel/PRN

Position Overview:

MLee Healthcare has partnered with a state recognized home healthcare provider who is rapidly expanding their Austin market. We are looking to establish a team of motivated, and qualified nurses to respond within 24 to 48 hours of a patient referral. The RN will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes. The role includes patient admission, assessment, care planning, and ongoing follow-up visits to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Admission and Assessment:
  • Conduct initial patient assessments and health evaluations.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs.
  • Educate patients and families about care plans and health management.
• Care Coordination:
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
  • Coordinate and communicate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers.
  • Adjust care plans as necessary based on patient progress and feedback from the healthcare team.
• Patient Care and Management:
  • Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration, wound care, and other skilled nursing tasks.
  • Monitor and document patient health status and progress.
  • Ensure patient safety and comfort at all times.
• Weekly Follow-Ups:
  • Conduct weekly follow-up visits to assess patient progress.
  • Update care plans and interventions as needed.
  • Provide ongoing education and support to patients and families.
• Compliance and Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate and timely patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Ensure adherence to all healthcare policies and procedures.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Current and valid RN license in the state of practice.
  • BLS certification required; ACLS and other certifications preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, with a preference for home healthcare or hospice experience.
  • Strong clinical skills in patient assessment, care planning, and management.
• Skills:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple patients.
  • Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) system