Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care

Prime Healthcare • Victorville, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Desert Valley Hospital is an accredited 148-bed acute care hospital located in Southern California, recognized for its high clinical performance and quality awards. As a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, Desert Valley Hospital offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth. The hospital is committed to serving an underserved community with core values of quality, compassion, and community. This role is in a fast-paced environment where you can take pride in serving the community.

Requirements

• Current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the state.
• BLS upon hire and maintain current.
• Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
• Previous Wound care knowledge and or experience preferred (1 Year).
• Wound Care Certification within first year of hire.
• Wound, Ostomy, Continence (WOC) or (WCC) Board Certification preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Acute Care hospital experience
• Previous Wound care knowledge and or experience (1 Year)
• Wound Care Certification within first year of hire
• Wound, Ostomy, Continence (WOC) or (WCC) Board Certification

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care in the inpatient wound care department.
• Assesses the skin of patients in the facility.
• Monitors the status of wounds.
• Implements specialized dressing change recommendations based on physician orders and clinical expertise.
• Implements offloading and HAPI prevention orders.
• Adapts to changing policy and procedures according to corporate policy.
• Provides ongoing evidence-based education to all facility bedside staff related to HAPI prevention, dressing changes, and care of skin.
• Establishes and maintains monthly wound care committee meetings with relevant participants.
• Collaborates respectfully with all departments to create effective wound care practices based on evidence-based best practice guidelines and corporate policies.
• Communicates with physicians, charge nurse, and co-workers regarding changes in patient's treatment, clinical condition, and results of diagnostic studies.
• Reports HAPI occurrence to leadership in a timely manner.
• Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Participates in team development calls and meetings.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401K retirement plan
• Outstanding Medical Dental Vision Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Many more Voluntary Benefit Options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed