Wound Care RN

RN - WOUND CARE

Join our Outpatient Nursing Services (OPNS) team at Moab Regional Hospital!

Rural nursing at its finest!

You are passionate about consistent care and learning new things every day. Due to the rural location of MRH, this position works closely with a small group of patients and understands the value of cultivating nourishing relationships. The right candidate will be excited to perform a wide range of general nursing duties and specialize specifically in wound care.

The Wound Care Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, treating, and monitoring patients with acute or chronic wounds. They collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive wound care plans tailored to individual patient needs.


This position is a non-exempt, full-time, benefitted position.

Anticipated schedule: Day shifts

Starting pay range: $32.92 - $46.88/hour, DOE.

A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for permanent, full-time hire, with a 2-year service agreement.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct nursing care in accordance within established scope and standards of practice, and with the policies, procedures and protocols, values, and mission of the healthcare organization.
• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' wounds, including evaluating wound size, depth, type, and tissue viability. Utilize specialized tools and techniques to accurately document wound characteristics and track healing progress.
• Develop individualized wound care plans based on assessment findings, patient history, and medical orders. Select appropriate wound dressings, therapies, and interventions to optimize healing outcomes while considering patient comfort and safety.
• Assess and manage patients' pain related to wound care procedures and underlying conditions. Administer analgesics as prescribed and implement non-pharmacological pain relief strategies to enhance patient comfort and compliance.
• Educate patients and caregivers on wound care techniques, dressing changes, signs of infection, and self-care measures to promote optimal healing and prevent recurrence. Provide written instructions and resources for continued wound management at home.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, surgeons, wound care specialists, physical therapists, and dietitians, to coordinate comprehensive care plans and address patient needs holistically. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues to ensure continuity of care and adherence to treatment goals.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of wound assessments, interventions, patient responses, and progress notes in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Report significant changes in patients' condition or response to treatment to the healthcare team promptly.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to wound care practices, protocols, and outcomes. Stay abreast of current research, guidelines, and best practices in wound management to enhance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes.
• Serve as a clinical resource for the nursing staff to assist with education and guidance. Will on occasion precept student nurses and new hires.
• This position will float between wound care and oncology/infusion departments.

Minimum requirements:

• Current, unencumbered Utah or compact state RN license
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
• Current Wound Care certification, or ability to obtain within 2 years of hire
• Knowledge of infection control principles, patient safety techniques, and prevention of adverse reactions to medications/treatments
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to maintain same in situations with rapidly changing circumstances
• Self-motivated and able to work successfully both independently and as part of a team
• Great customer service and communication skills, including oral, written, and listening skills
• Able to receive and manage sensitive information professionally and maintain confidentiality at all times
• Able to handle stressful situations calmly and professionally; emotionally mature
• Reliable and timely with work schedule
• Flexibility and willingness to accept other duties as assigned

Preferred requirements:

• Advanced knowledge of wound assessment, treatment modalities, infection control, and patient education to promote wound healing and prevent complications.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Why Should You Join the Team at Moab Regional Hospital?

We have an amazing team here at Moab Regional Hospital, with a skilled group of healthcare providers and physicians from a wide range of specialties who are committed to the greater Moab community.

Caring for our People: Every healthcare professional that works here at MRH in both a clinical and non-clinical setting cares about our patients because these are our friends, neighbors, and our family.

Employee Satisfaction: Moab Regional Hospital strives to balance care for the community with care for its employees and offers a supportive work environment, competitive total compensation packages, and the flexibility to enjoy what makes this desert region one of the most unique and special places to live.

We offer:

• Wide range of benefits, including:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Mental health coverage for entire family
  • Retirement 403b
  • Paid time off
• Collaborative and supportive workplace
• Professional growth opportunities including continuing education, trainings, and more!

Spectacular Location:

Welcome to Moab, Utah, where Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are just a part of the breathtaking red rock landscapes that surround this charming town. Nestled at the base of the LaSal Mountains and along the banks of the Colorado River, small-town friendliness coupled with unparalleled natural beauty make this a great place to call home. Thanks to its perfect climate, Moab offers year round recreation opportunities, and is renowned for mountain biking, rock climbing, jeeping, hiking and river activities. There are an array of restaurants, microbreweries, art galleries and special events that create a vibrant community to live in.

Moab Regional Hospital is a Drug Free Workplace, and requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Moab Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Moab Regional Hospital makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.