LPN Wound Care - WOCN Education - Kings Hwy

Ochsner LSU Health System•Shreveport, LA

About The Position

This job acts as a licensed practical nurse who assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and reassesses the care of patients with wound care ostomy needs according to scope of practice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Requirements

Graduation from an approved nursing program.
1 year of nursing experience.
Current licensed practical nursing (LPN) in state of practice.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment.
Knowledge of wound care concepts and the use of special modalities.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, planning and problem-solving skills, and ability to work with a diverse population effectively and professionally.
Proficiency in using computers, software, web-based application, and using the electronic health record.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Ability to use a logical thought process to formulate practical solutions and manage priorities involving multiple constituencies.
Sound knowledge of nursing practice.
Ability to be self-directed and demonstrate good judgement in handling difficult situations.
Leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

2 years of wound care experience.
Experience directly supervising or managing others.
Wound Treatment Associate (WTA) Course Completion.
WCC Certification or other approved wound care related certification.

Responsibilities

Performs duties/interventions according to scope of practice for licensed practical nurse.
Performs interventions delegated by the wound care registered nurse according to scope of practice.
Provides nursing care of skin/wound conditions involving the identification, assessment, management, and ongoing evaluation of patients with alterations in skin/tissue integrity, that includes but is not limited to draining wounds, pressure ulcers, vascular ulcers, and conditions resulting from incontinence, surgical procedures, and/or trauma according to scope of practice.
Provides preventative and therapeutic measures for patients with wound/ostomy needs, as well as education regarding prevention and care of skin breakdown, wound, and/or ostomy management.
Collaborates with interprofessional healthcare professionals to develop appropriate plans of care for patients with wound/ostomy needs including nutritional and psychosocial needs according to scope of practice.
Recognizes change in patient’s condition and intervenes appropriately.
Prioritizes nursing actions including reflecting patient needs, acuity, and desired outcomes.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.