Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Care - Mt Pleasant Hospital - PRN

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Mt. Pleasant, SC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position has the authority, responsibility and accountability for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of wound, ostomy, and continence (wound or skin/wound care for CWCN). Functions primarily as a consultant; provides direct patient care and education to selected patients. Provides staff development in areas of expertise. Maintains records and statistics reflecting role performance; participates in agency and system-wide committees and projects as indicated. Responsible for maintaining policies, procedures and protocols for all aspects of wound and ostomy care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing. BSN preferred.
• Graduate from an accredited Wound, Ostomy, Continence or Wound Care Nursing Program; or currently enrolled in an accredited Wound, Ostomy, Continence or Wound Care Nursing Program with expected completion and certification obtained within six (6) months of hire.
• For positions providing direct patient care with the nursing assessment requirement : BSN preferred, or required within five (5) years of hire date. Current RN Teammates transferring to another RN position in the same department will not be required to complete BSN within five (5) years of transfer date. Current RN Teammates transferring to another RN position in the different department will be required to complete BSN within five (5) years of transfer date.
• A minimum of two (2) years recent clinical experience.
• New grad RNs with a BON temporary work authorization must obtain Registered Nurse license within 90 days of hire. All other RNs must be c urrently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina or holds a current compact/multi-state license as a Registered Nurse in a recognized NCSBN Compact State and is not a permanent resident of SC.
• Board Certification in Wound, Ostomy Continence Nursing (WOCN) or Wound Nurse Certification (WCN) or able to obtain within 6 months of employment or completion of Wound and/or Ostomy school.
• Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
• Demonstrates exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of program development to include policies and procedures, and marketing.
• Knowledge of adult learning process and teaching principles is required.
• Knowledgeable in the professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and to analyze situations and apply critical thinking.
• Requires ability to continually keep wound care knowledge base current and maintains requirements as per board certification.
• Must have a valid S.C. driver's license, with a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees