Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Care

Lifepoint Health•Clyde, NC

32d

About The Position

The Wound Care Registered Nurse is responsible for assigned nursing care activities, including wound care for patients of all ages and other clinical activities needed to provide safe patient care. The RN follows applicable WHC policies and procedures, care protocols, and Diversified Clinical Services Practice Guidelines, as directed by a Registered Nurse or physician. The role also assists with patient and wound care data conferences. Continuing education is required as determined by the Program Director. The position is full-time on the day shift, Monday through Friday, and is open to internal applicants only. Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a healthcare delivery network focused on community-based care.

Requirements

Active North Carolina or compact-state RN license; if relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
American Heart Association ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform accurate patient assessments and identify patient needs.
Identify and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
Provide care appropriate to the patient's condition and age.
Complete timely and appropriate medical-record documentation related to medical necessity.
Complete and revise the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient.
Perform timely and accurate quality improvement assessments.
Provide wound care and other assigned nursing care activities.
Follow applicable policies, procedures, care protocols, and practice guidelines.
Assist with patient and wound care data conferences.
Complete continuing education as determined by the Program Director.

Benefits

Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, with medical plans starting at $10 per pay period.
Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Paid family leave and paid time off.
Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
Loan assistance.
401(k) retirement package with company match.
Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Access to a 54,000-square-foot Health and Fitness Center.