Description
Job Summary


Implements policies and procedures, along with standards of care and practice related to patient care needs involving various types of wounds. Provides direct patient care and assistance to staff nurses and acts as consultative service regarding wound care to clinical staff. Performs wound care functions under the oversight of a Wound Care Coordinator.
Essential Functions
Provides care for patients whose primary needs involve wounds
Evaluates all wounds upon admission and ongoing to determine treatment plan and provide early problem identification
Reviews initial treatment plan with the supervising Registered Nurse
Reports to the supervising Registered Nurse any change of wound status
Consults with National Wound Care Consultant and Wound Care Coordinators
Assists in planning patient's care
Evaluates products and cost effectiveness for use in hospital and makes recommendation
Reviews and participates in developing discharge plans
Educates staff on products available for use in hospital
Evaluates culture results and conferences with physicians on Plan of Care
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Ability to adapt to new situations, set priorities, and utilize problem-solving techniques
Knowledge in wound care
Knowledge in wound debridement's as indicated within level and scope of practice
Ability to serve as resources to nursing staff in complex wound management
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop others individually and as a team
Must read, write and speak fluent English
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
Must have good and regular attendance
Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
Performs other related duties as assigned
$15,000 Sign on Bonus


Salary Range: $40.71 - $50.62/Hour
Qualifications
Education
~ Graduate of an accredited nursing program leading to licensure as an LPN/LVN or RN

Licenses/Certification
~ Active RN or LPN/LVN License in the state and BLS certification

Experience
~ Three (3) years nursing experience with experience as an acute care nurse