Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Care

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Care

Job Type: Full Time Days

Schedule: 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM

Your experience matters

Saline Memorial Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Wound Care RN joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join our team and make a meaningful impact inpatient care every day. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Wound Care RN who is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and improving patient outcomes. The Wound Care RN is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care including but not limited to advanced wound care for patients across the lifespan as well as other clinical activities that support safe high-quality patient care. This role follows all WHC policies and procedures established care protocols and Diversified Clinical Services Practice Guidelines working in collaboration with physicians and under the direction of a Registered Nurse when applicable.

How youll contribute

A Wound Care RN who excels in this role:

• Performs duties as assigned and requested.
• Completesfocusedpatient assessments and reassessments based on patients condition procedures medications and treatments.
• Adequately assesses and reassesses pain;utilizesappropriate painmanagement techniques.
• Provides patient care and communicates effectively with patients of all ages and with specific needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and ensures correct administration following the six rights to minimize medication errors.
• Assistsphysicians with procedures and provides services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Performs treatments and delivers care withinlicensurescope.
• Ensures patient safety by performing all aspects of care in an environment that reduces the likelihood of errors.
• Operates and manages equipment safely and correctly.
• Educates patients and families on disease processes and recovery expectations.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO :Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth :Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being :Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for

Applicants should have a current state or compact state RN license and possess an associates degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within one year of hire.
• Experience: One-year previous experience required.
• Licenses: Must have a current state or compact state RN license.
• Education: Associates degree required. BSN preferred.

More about Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas

Saline Memorial Hospital is a 177-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Benton Arkansas community for over 70 years. We work with 180 active and consulting physicians and operate seven clinics. We are proud to be recognized by The Joint Commission American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center Accreditation MBSAQIP Optum CARF and AASM.

At Saline Memorial Hospital we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here youre not just valued as an employee but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

EEOC Statement

Saline Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Memorial Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

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