Wound Care RN - No Weekends, No Holidays, No Call!
Company: Beacon Health System
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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Job Description:
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!
Job Description
Reports to the Manager of the Wound Clinic. Performs thorough
assessments of wounds. Plans a course of action, implements the
appropriate treatment, and evaluates the results. Works
collaboratively with the patient care team to educate patients and
establishes strong patient family relationships. Collaborates with
other professional, clinical and ancillary staff in providing
quality care to patients. Displays strong teamwork. Exhibits
self-care and self-knowing in order to be empathetic and
compassionate with every interaction. Uses independent judgment to
ensure optimal delivery of patient care and appropriate use of
available resources. Serves as a resource to other staff.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS
MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect
with heart.
VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on
their team.
Job Responsibility
Assessment/Planning/Implementation/Evaluation:
Performs a thorough assessment of any wound and documents
accordingly.
Assures implementation of appropriate treatment plan based on the
patient's needs and physicians input.
Exhibits sound clinical judgment based on standards of care,
including Nursing Policies and Procedures.
Evaluates patient care given to a specific wound and provides
guidance to management, staff and physicians as indicated.
Documents/Communicates clearly and concisely the progress or
concerns in regards to the treatment plan with staff and
physicians.
Contributes to interdisciplinary plan of care using assessment
data
Involves patient/family in developing plan of care
Carries out physicians orders in a timely manner
Organization Clinical Development:
Guides policy and procedure development relating to the skin and
wound care.
Participates in wound care product review and evaluation.
Demonstrates ability to prioritize for multiple simultaneous
demands
Enhances the efficiency, cost effectiveness, and clinical outcomes
for wound care patients.
Stays current in wound care standards of care and acts as a
resource to other providers.
Participates in continuous quality improvement by identifying areas
of opportunity and following up with necessary actions.
Education and Documentation:
Educates patients and family members and other support individuals
on wound prevention and treatment
Identifies ongoing care needs of the patient for discharge
planning
Documents all patient notes, as well as care provided accurately
and completely in the EMR system
Provides formal and informal staff development in-services.
Orients new staff to the role of Wound Care Clinician.
Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department:
Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.
ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate complies with the following organizational
requirements:
Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable
for all information shared.
Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department
specific education within established timeframes.
Completes annual employee health requirements within established
timeframes.
Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing
throughout fiscal year.
Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS
(CPR) and other certifications as required by
position/department.
Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective
equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and
self.
Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and
compliance.
Complies with established organization and department policies.
Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or
other shifts and schedules when required.
Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as
The Beacon Way:
Leverage innovation everywhere.
Cultivate human talent.
Embrace performance improvement.
Build greatness through accountability.
Use information to improve and advance.
Communicate clearly and continuously.
Job Qualifications
Education and Experience
The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are
normally acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor's
Degree. Must be licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana.
Wound Certification from an accredited program is preferred. A
minimum of 1 to 2 years of job-related experience is preferred.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPS). Must maintain current CPR
certification.
Knowledge & Skills
Ability to communicate positively and effectively with all levels
of participants in health care delivery, in both formal and
informal settings and with individuals as well as groups of varying
size.
Clinical expertise appropriate for designated patient
population.
Accepts responsibility and accountability for own actions.
Skills in auditing outcomes concurrently and retrospectively.
Advanced analytical and problem solving skills; computer use
required.
Organizes work load efficiently.
Capable of managing complex workload and establishing
priorities.
Maintains up to date knowledge of reimbursement processes and
community resources.
Working Conditions
Complexity of workload and communications may involve mental
stress.
Physical Demands
Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for
prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds,
to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted,
over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform
the essential functions of the position.
Location: Beacon Health System - Center for Wound Healing
Schedule: Full-time, Day, Monay - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm
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