Wound Care LPN - HBO Tech - Full Time

RestorixHealth ®•Houston, TX

12d

About The Position

RestorixHealth is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse / HBO Technician to provide wound care and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to referred patients. The technician conducts initial and ongoing age-specific assessments within designated time frames, provides therapy, and operates hyperbaric chambers. The role works collaboratively with other disciplines at the assigned unit and uses the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Training is provided. The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends. RestorixHealth describes itself as a leader in developing and managing comprehensive wound healing and Amputation Prevention Center facilities, and offers opportunities for employees to develop their careers through functional, geographic, lateral, and vertical movement.

Requirements

Valid, current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Valid CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
Current certification in one of the following: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-CC, or EMT-P), or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) in the state where the technician will work. Other advanced medical certifications will be considered.
Basic skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Physical ability to perform CPR.

Nice To Haves

CHT training or certification preferred.
Prior experience with wound care patients preferred; training will be provided.
Prior experience with an electronic medical records (EMR) system preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients referred for treatment.
Participate in the department’s quality improvement plan and assist with collecting data for Quality Assurance and Education.
Document all care accurately and completely according to hospital and department policy.
Provide therapy and operate, maintain, and clean hyperbaric chambers as required.
Recognize changes in patients’ conditions and intervene appropriately.
Enter patient treatment notes into the RHX electronic medical record system.
Comply with HIPAA privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures.
Follow patient safety initiatives and infection control procedures outlined in the hospital safety manual.
Use hospital resources, supplies, and equipment appropriately.
Provide outstanding customer service to patients, family members, referring physicians, and coworkers.
Work collaboratively with other disciplines and use the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account with employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts for general purpose, limited purpose, and dependent care.
Employer-paid basic life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability.
Voluntary buy-up life insurance for employees, spouses, and children; short-term disability; and long-term disability.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans.
Employee Assistance Program.
Pet care discount program.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Internal ongoing educational and training opportunities.
Competitive compensation.
Continuous coaching and mentorship.