Inpatient RN - Wound Care

Job Summary

Job Duties

• Completes assessments as established by scope of practice.
• Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient and family throughout the continuum of care.
• Functions as the expert clinician in assessing, planning, intervening and evaluating the care of the patient wound, ostomy, continence disorders as well as pressure ulcer treatment and prevention.
• Plans patient care to reflect realistic, measurable, and obtainable goals, adapting the approach as required.
• Provides direct patient care to patients with disorders of the integumentary system including wounds, ostomies, and continence disorders.
• Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members and acts to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
• Demonstrates leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of processes that result in optimum care and clinical outcomes for patients with altered skin integrity.
• Participates in committees and projects as assigned.
• Serves as a resource in the development of patient education material.
• Assists in evaluating the suitability of the home environment for return of the patient through discussion with patient, family, and members of the care team.
• Serves in advisory capacity to hospital committees and workgroups regarding best practice standards on wound, ostomy, and continence care.
• Collaborates with leadership and staff to determine wound and ostomy needs for patients and provides consultation and care as assigned.
• Demonstrates skill in the use of equipment relevant to the position.

We're proud to offer:

• Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance
• The ability to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until you take NCLEX
• Tuition assistance
• Hiring Incentives based on years of experience and unit
• A shared governance structure
• Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
• Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated, experienced nursing leaders

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

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