Staff Nurse

L.E. Cox Medical Centers • Springfield, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Wound Care nurse provides direct patient care and coordinates hyperbaric oxygen therapy and wound care. Nursing care is focused on specialized assessment, diagnosis, planning, treatment and evaluations of patients receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy and wound care. The Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Wound Care nurse is skilled with care and management of patients with chronic wounds resistant to healing and may have specialized training in the field of hyperbaric oxygen therapy and wound care.

Requirements

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing or NLN approved program
• 6 months of prior experience as a Registered Nurse, or prior experience as a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse in an outpatient or ambulatory clinic setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
• Exhibits ability to manage time and prioritize work.
• Proficient Computer skills
• Current Registered Nurse License active in the state of Missouri
• Must obtain American Heart Association BLS within 90 days of hire
• Obtain Hyperbaric Registered Nurse Certification within 2 years of employment
• ACLS Certification within 1 year of employment
• RN license active in the state of Missouri
• Demonstrate effective leadership abilities
• Exhibits valuable time management skills
• Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Wound Care Certification preferred
• Previous nursing experience

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement Plan with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees