RN - Wound Care - Days
Nevada System of Higher Education•Chicago, IL
•$36 - $56•Onsite
About The Position
In the inpatient setting, the Wound Care Registered Nurse provides direct care for patients admitted to the hospital with wounds or who develop wounds during their stay. The RN accepts responsibility and accountability for assigned patients, assesses patients appropriately, initiates pressure injury prevention therapies and implements wound therapies. The RN acts as a resource to the unit-based nurses in the area of advanced wound treatment. Weekend on call and holiday duties shared among RN staff.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Registered Nurse with current state license in good standing
- One (1) year prior experience in an acute care setting
- Wound Care Certification is preferred or direct, relevant clinical experience required.
- Experience in ambulatory care desirable
- American Heart Association BLS Certification
- Able to complete a two-person lift to examination chair
Nice To Haves
- Wound Care Certification
Responsibilities
- Assess and evaluate patients with acute or chronic wounds
- Assess and evaluate patients with ostomies
- Initiate treatments as ordered by the provider; including advanced modalities such as skin substitutes and negative pressure wound therapy
- Collaborate with other health care providers as part of a team to ensure appropriate plan of care
- Engage in case management for continuity of care for the patient
- Participate in quality improvement projects
Benefits
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Discounted Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
