Registered Nurse- RN PRN

Healogics • Livingston, TX

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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 over 600 sites. The company partners with outpatient clinics to extend its wound-care services to patients with non-healing wounds.

Under the direction of the Wound Care Center Clinical Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator, the Registered Nurse provides patient care and manages intake and discharge processes for scheduled Wound Care Center patients. Depending on the clinic setup and assignment, the RN may also serve as a case manager for a group of patients. All work must comply with Healogics and hospital policies, accrediting standards, applicable federal and state regulations, and CMS guidelines.

The RN may assist in the vein clinic after completing Healogics vein clinic training, perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy duties after completing the required training, and serve as a hyperbaric safety director after completing the corresponding training. The position may also include documentation-assistant (scribe) duties.

Requirements

• Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current RN license in the state of practice, maintained throughout employment.
• Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Demonstrated organization, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory and accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, oral and written communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex technical terms in layman's terms.
• Customer service and follow-up skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Teaching skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, work with others in a team environment, and remain calm in all situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (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 handle patient intake and discharge processes according to hospital and nursing standards.
• Assist in the vein clinic after completing Healogics Vein Clinic training, as assigned.
• 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 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 after completing Healogics hyperbaric training, as assigned.
• Perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics training, as assigned.
• Collaborate with other 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, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree