Registered Nurse (RN) Full-Time

Healogics Wound Care & Hyperbaric Services LLC; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 57,859 - 73,012; Full time

Job summary

Healogics Wound Care & Hyperbaric Services LLC is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient care at the Wound Care Center. Responsibilities include intake/discharge processing, potential case management, and HBO-related duties after training. Collaboration with physicians and program leadership is essential.

The ideal candidate holds an ADN with an active RN license in the state and preferably BSN, wound care certification, and prior wound care experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current RN license in the state of practice – to be maintained throughout the duration of employment.
• BSN preferred.
• Wound care certification preferred.
• Wound care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care to Wound Care Center patients and handles intake and discharge processes.
• Assists in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed.
• May serve as Case Manager to a group of patients, including initial nursing assessment and care planning.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, patient education, and patient advocacy.
• Performs HBO-related duties after completion of Healogics hyperbaric training.
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after required training.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers, center leadership and Medical Director as needed.
• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) as per policy.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

BLS

Interpersonal communication

Oral and written communication

Organization

Time management

Presentation skills

Customer service

Analytical skills

Teaching

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

ADN

RN license

BSN preferred

Wound care certification preferred

Wound care experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Nursing information systems

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Under the direction of the Wound Care Center Clinical Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator, the Registered Nurse (RN) primarily provides patient care and handles intake and discharge processes for the Wound Care Center patients as scheduled. The position may also serve as a Case Manager to a group of assigned Wound Care Center patients, as assigned and depending on the Wound Care Center setup. All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to all Healogics policies, Hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulation, and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Provides patient care to Wound Care Center patients and handles patient intake and discharge processes as assigned and according to the hospital and nursing standards.
• Assists in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed.
• May also serve as Case Manager to a group of patients as assigned. This entails: performing the initial nursing assessment, communicating findings with the assigned physician, assessing the wound stage and measurements, documenting care plans, evaluating the patient’ status in regards to desired outcomes, and identifying patient care situations that require intervention.
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives, providing education to the patient or caregiver, and serving as a patient advocate in the delivery and coordination of the patient care.
• Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) related duties as assigned, upon completion of the Healogics hyperbaric training.
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training.
• Collaborates as needed with other healthcare providers, Wound Care Center Providers, the Program Director and the Medical Director regarding clinic and patient needs.
• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Education, Experience and Credentials

• Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current RN license in the state of practice – to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in the position.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Medical Surgical, Home Health or Wound Care Certification preferred.
• Wound care experience preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time‑management skills.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills and ability to translate complex technical terms into lay terms.
• Customer service skills and follow‑up skills.
• Strong analytical skills and problem‑solving skills.
• Teaching skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work with others and in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm in all situations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.

Physical Demands

Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more). Repetitive motions. Moving about. Pushing/pulling. Reading. Bending/stooping. Communicating. Reaching/grasping/touching with hands. Detecting sounds by ear. Writing. Close, distance and peripheral vision. Traveling distances (car, airplane, etc.). Color perception. Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds. Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more). Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance. Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more.

Work Environment

• Normal office environment.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment.
• Patient care environment.
• Electrical current.
• Proximity to moving objects.
• Exposure to hazards (blood borne pathogens, body fluids, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc.).

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $41.98 and $52.90 per hour. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography as well as operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.