Wound Care RN (Per Diem) - Warren Campus
Wound Care RN (Per Diem) - Warren Campus
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$ 39 - 54
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Job Description
St. Lukes is proud of the skills experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Lukes are our most valuable asset! Individually and together our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve regardless of a patients ability to pay for health care.
The Registered Nurse Wound Care provides direct care to patients with wounds or conditions related to wounds. Responsible for providing specialized advanced wound care for patients with alterations of skin integrity.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participates in the Wound Management Centers delivery of personalized efficient care with respect for patients spiritual and/or cultural differences
Makes decisions and judgments in preventing analyzing and resolving patient care issues or other problems
Follows the established plan of care and collaborates with members of the Wound Management Center as needed
Directs care team in the absence of the manager when directed by the manager
Possesses knowledge and understanding of assessment and use of equipment such as hand held doppler cast removal saw and negative wound pressure therapy equipment.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of wounds treatments interventions and expected outcomes
Participates in new programs and treatment options as developed
Possesses knowledge of offloading and interventions related to wound healing
Verbalizes knowledge of underlying comorbidities and how they effect wound healing
Possesses knowledge of compression therapy and demonstrates the use of compression related to wound healing
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to sit for up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time stand for up to 8 hours per day; 4 hours at a time and walk 6 hours per day; 50 minutes at a time. Have ability to lift carry and push objects with a weight of up to 75 lbs. and transport patients weighing up to 400 lbs. via wheelchair bed and/or stretcher with assistance when appropriate. Must be able to pull up to 10 lbs. and frequently pull up to 250 lbs. with assistance when appropriate. Must be able to stoop bend crouch kneel climb crawl and reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch and be able to firmly grasp twist and turn objects with hands and fingers. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal sound at high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to color peripheral vision accurate depth perception and visual monotony (e.g. computer screen).
EDUCATION:
Current RN licensure required based on the state in which you are working. BSN preferred. CPR/BLS certification required within 60 days of Care Specialist certification or commitment to certification within three years of employment preferred.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum two years nursing experience with direct hands on patient care required. Wound care home health rehabilitation burn or critical care experience preferred. Completion of entry level Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Program by accredited organization to qualify as Hyperbaric staff nurse (if applicable).
MINIMUM - MAXIMUM COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:
$39.80 - $54.06St Lukes University Health Network is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors which may include but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidates relevant skills experience and education. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on state requirements.
BENEFIT OFFERINGS:
St. Lukes offers comprehensive health dental vision short term and long term disability life insurance generous PTO sick leave and professional development opportunities. Join us to experience a supportive workplace with a focus on your growth and well-being.
Please complete your application using your full legal name andcurrent home address. Be sure toincludeemployment history forthe past seven (7) years including your present employer. Additionally you areencouraged to upload a current resume including all work history education and/or certifications andlicenses if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Lukes!!
St. Lukes University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment Type
Part-Time
