Days

UHS•Amarillo, TX

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its caregivers. That's why we're looking for health professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers Position: RN / Registered Nurse / Wound Care / FT / Days POSITION SUMMARY: The Wound Care RN has multiple roles and functions including care-giver, decision-maker, client advocate, manager, rehabilitator, comforter, communicator, and teacher for patients within Northwest Healthcare System inpatient setting. The functions include assessment of the nursing needs of the patient, initiation of the plan of care of nurse action, implementation of the plan of care and the evaluation of the process, by use of the nursing process. The RN promotes the dignity and quality of the nursing care given to the patient. The Wound Care RN is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, monitoring and overseeing patients prone to skin integrity issues at Northwest Healthcare, selected by monitoring Braden Scores on the inpatients on a daily basis. A large portion of this role is staff and patient and staff education, with prevention of skin breakdown as the primary objective of this role. Serves as an advisor to Nursing Leadership on executing evidenced based practice and preventative measures in the inpatient setting. Collaborates with the Wound Care Team on a daily basis. Supports an organizational culture for safety and Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards to all customer groups. PROVISION OF SERVICES Demonstrates leadership in the development and facilitation of organizational strategies and infrastructure to support clinical quality, operational effectiveness, interdisciplinary collaboration and integration of staff into the NWTHS culture. Maintains regulatory compliance as related to The Joint Commission, Texas Department of State Health Services, and the Board of Nursing WHAT DO OUR CURRENT NURSES VALUE AT NWTHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
One year RN clinical nursing experience following RN licensure
Obtains Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing certification (WOCNCB)
Current BLS certification and maintain certification throughout employment
Evidence of excellent interpersonal relationships, communication skills and skills as a leader and facilitate for process improvement and redesign teams.
Demonstrates the ability to work with diverse groups and multiple disciplines
Excellent verbal and written skills
Ability to mentor and inspire others
Ability to facilitate group processes toward defined outcomes.

Responsibilities

The Wound Care RN has multiple roles and functions including care-giver, decision-maker, client advocate, manager, rehabilitator, comforter, communicator, and teacher for patients within Northwest Healthcare System inpatient setting.
The functions include assessment of the nursing needs of the patient, initiation of the plan of care of nurse action, implementation of the plan of care and the evaluation of the process, by use of the nursing process.
The RN promotes the dignity and quality of the nursing care given to the patient.
The Wound Care RN is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, monitoring and overseeing patients prone to skin integrity issues at Northwest Healthcare, selected by monitoring Braden Scores on the inpatients on a daily basis.
A large portion of this role is staff and patient and staff education, with prevention of skin breakdown as the primary objective of this role.
Serves as an advisor to Nursing Leadership on executing evidenced based practice and preventative measures in the inpatient setting.
Collaborates with the Wound Care Team on a daily basis.
Supports an organizational culture for safety and Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards to all customer groups.
Demonstrates leadership in the development and facilitation of organizational strategies and infrastructure to support clinical quality, operational effectiveness, interdisciplinary collaboration and integration of staff into the NWTHS culture.
Maintains regulatory compliance as related to The Joint Commission, Texas Department of State Health Services, and the Board of Nursing