RN FT

Healogics•Logan, WV

About The Position

Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across more than 600 sites. The Registered Nurse primarily provides patient care and manages intake and discharge processes for Wound Care Center patients as scheduled, under the direction of the Wound Care Center Clinical Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator. Depending on the clinic setup and assignment, the RN may also serve as a Case Manager for a group of patients. The role may include assisting in a vein clinic after completing Healogics training, performing hyperbaric oxygen therapy duties after completing required training, and serving as a hyperbaric safety director after completing the required training. The RN collaborates with healthcare providers and clinic leadership and may function as a documentation assistant (scribe). Employees are expected to follow Healogics and hospital policies, accrediting organization requirements, applicable federal and state regulations, and CMS guidelines.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Current RN license in the state of practice, maintained throughout employment in the position.
Demonstrated competency in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Organization, prioritization, and time-management skills.
Basic knowledge of regulatory and accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
Strong interpersonal, listening, oral, and written communication skills, including presentation skills and the ability to explain complex technical terms in layman's terms.
Customer service and follow-up skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Teaching skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work with others in a team environment and remain calm in all situations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Medical-surgical, home health, or wound care certification.
Wound care experience.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care to Wound Care Center patients and perform intake and discharge processes according to hospital and nursing standards.
Assist in the vein clinic as assigned after completing Healogics Vein Clinic training.
Serve as Case Manager for assigned patients when required, including performing initial nursing assessments, communicating findings to the assigned physician, assessing wound stage and measurements, documenting care plans, evaluating patient progress toward desired outcomes, and identifying situations requiring intervention.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, educate patients or caregivers, and advocate for and coordinate patient care.
Perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy-related duties as assigned after completing Healogics hyperbaric training.
Perform hyperbaric safety director duties when assigned after completing the required training.
Collaborate as needed with healthcare providers, Wound Care Center Providers, the Program Director, and the Medical Director regarding clinic and patient needs.
Function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy when required.
Perform other duties as required.
Follow applicable Healogics and hospital policies, accrediting organization requirements, federal and state regulations, and CMS guidelines.