Hyperbaric RN: Chamber Care & Wound Recovery Expert

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct care to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy patients under the Hyperbaric Supervisor. You will operate and maintain HBOT chambers, monitor patient status, and document conditions according to policy.

The role emphasizes adherence to State Practice Act, documentation, and participation in quality assurance meetings, with focus on patient and family education and safe, effective wound recovery care.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Successful completion of Hyperbaric Medicine Introductory course.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains the hyperbaric facility and equipment.
• Monitors patient condition and documents status during HBOT.
• Maintains logs and reports unusual occurrences to supervisor/Medical Director.
• Ensures cleanliness and order of equipment and work area.

Skills

Holistic patient care

Vital signs assessment

Patient and family education

Wound care assessment

Education

Registered Nurse license

BLS certification

ACLS certification (preferred)

Hyperbaric Medicine Introductory course (required)

Tools

Hyperbaric chamber operation

Sterile technique

Job description

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct care to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy patients under the Hyperbaric Supervisor. You will operate and maintain HBOT chambers, monitor patient status, and document conditions according to policy.

The role emphasizes adherence to State Practice Act, documentation, and participation in quality assurance meetings, with focus on patient and family education and safe, effective wound recovery care.