Licensed Practical Nurse - Hyperbaric Technician

SSM Health • Centralia, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the hyperbaric equipment, including monitoring its functioning and safety. The position also involves assisting with the orientation and services provided to patients within the wound care center. SSM Health emphasizes that this is more than a career, it's a calling, and offers a supportive environment for growth and making a lasting impact.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Completion of 40 hours Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) approved training
• Two years licensed practical nurse experience
• State of Work Location: Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nurse Licensure Issued by Compact State

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, and ensures the safety of the hyperbaric unit, including all associated systems, equipment, and personnel involved in the delivery of treatments.
• Complies with the established procedures for the safe operation of the hyperbaric unit.
• Assists with training of new hyperbaric staff including treatments, documentation, log entries, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Participates in routine safety drills encompassing the hyperbaric unit as a part of the wound care unit.
• Assists in the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
• Orders and/or maintains inventory levels of department manager approved program materials and supplies.
• Participates with the hyperbaric provider and RN in the planning of the hyperbaric schedule.
• Verifies that all consents are obtained prior to initiating treatments.
• Participates in the continuous improvement program and activities of the wound care unit as directed by the supervisor.
• Participates with a hyperbaric provider and RN to ensure all patients meet qualifying diagnosis requirements set by required regulatory agencies and/or appropriate insurance agencies.
• Actively participates with the wound care team to monitor improvement during therapy.
• Utilizes and stocks supplies in a judicious manner, ensuring charges are appropriately recorded.
• Interviews and observes patients in order to obtain pre-treatment assessment.
• Maintains competence and awareness of patient safety at all times during treatment.
• Reports all data to hyperbaric provider or RN in a timely manner.
• Ensures appropriate documentation of all pertinent clinical information and tracking of treatments and safety logs.
• Communicates with the patient and/or caregiver to ensure understanding of direction given by the provider or hyperbaric staff.
• Adheres to all HIPAA guidelines set forth by the facility and ensures adherence to all required regulatory recommendations.
• Adheres to infection control, emergency, safety, fire and disaster plans per facility policy.
• Completes initial, annual and other requested educational training in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates consistent and appropriate use of standard precautions.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics at all times.
• Monitors clinical areas to ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and employees.
• Demonstrates commitment to ongoing education and improvement by retaining membership in relevant professional organizations, reading pertinent publications, attending educational workshops and conferences, seeking out new knowledge through self-study activities.
• Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.
• Demonstrates the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model.
• Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his/her response to the current and evolving health and nursing needs of our patients and our patient populations.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday through DailyPay (fees may apply).
• Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree