Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Care - PRN

Lifepoint Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & insurance

Education support

Wellness programs

Career development

Fitness center access

Job summary

Haywood Regional Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for wound care. The RN will perform comprehensive patient assessments, plan and implement wound care, and ensure documentation reflects medical necessity. The role supports a 12-hour PRN schedule, with day, night, holiday, and weekend shifts as needed.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's degree (BSN preferred) with active RN licensure. BLS is required within 30 days; ACLS/PALS within six months.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; BSN preferred.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• One year of RN experience preferred.
• Must work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs.
• Initiates appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provides care appropriate to patient condition and age.
• Documents medical necessity in the medical record.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work with minimal supervision

Education

Associate's degree

BSN preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care

Job Type: PRN | Variable

*Internal Applicants Only*

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, PRN - as needed. Shifts may include days (7a-7p), nights (7p-7a), holidays and weekends.

Your experience matters

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our tea…m

The Wound Care RN is responsible for all assigned nursing care activities to include but not limited to wound care for patients of all ages and other clinical activities associated with providing safe patient care. The RN is responsible for following all WHC policies and procedures, care protocols and Diversified Clinical Services Practice Guidelines, as directed by a Registered Nurse, or Physician. The RN will be responsible for assisting with patient and wound care data conferences, and continuing education is required as determined by the Program Director.

How you'll contribute

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs


• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions


• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient


• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record


• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient


• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.


• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.


• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.


• Access to our 54,000 sq. ft. Health and Fitness Center https://www.myhaywoodregional.com/locations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

What we're looking for

Licenses: Active North Carolina or compact state RN license required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.

• Associate's degree required, BSN preferred.


• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.


• AHA ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.


• One year of experience preferred


• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

More about Haywood Regional Medical Center

Haywood Regional Medical Cente r is a 156-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Western North Carolina community for over 90 years. We are proud to be recognized for our accreditation in the American College of Cardiology - Chest Pain Center, The Joint Commission National Quality Approval, Addario Lung Cancer Foundation - Center of Excellence and Lung Cancer Alliance - Screening Center of Excellence.

EEOC Statement

"Haywood Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.