Registered Nurse Wound Care (Inpatient wound/ostomy nurse)

St. Luke's University Health Network - Nurse; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in Wound Care. This role involves providing advanced wound care, performing assessments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in nursing, with a focus on wound management and patient education. Join a compassionate team committed to delivering high-quality care while making a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years nursing experience with direct patient care required.
• Must obtain CWON boards within two years of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized wound care for patients with skin integrity issues.
• Collaborate with the Wound Management Center to deliver personalized care.

Skills

Wound Care

Patient Assessment

Critical Thinking

Compression Therapy

Education

Current RN Licensure

Bachelor's Degree (BSN preferred)

Tools

Hand Held Doppler

Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Equipment

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Registered Nurse Wound Care provides direct care to patients with wounds or conditions related to wounds. Responsible for providing specialized, advanced wound care for patients with alterations of skin integrity. The registered nurse is also responsible for new ostomy teaching and marking for surgery when certified.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in the Wound Management Center’s delivery of personalized, efficient care with respect for patient's spiritual and/or cultural differences

• Makes decisions and judgments in preventing, analyzing and resolving patient care issues or other problems

• Follows the established plan of care and collaborates with members of the Wound Management Center as needed

• Directs care team in the absence of the manager, when directed by the manager

• Possesses knowledge and understanding of assessment and use of equipment such as hand held doppler, cast removal saw and negative wound pressure therapy equipment.

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of wounds, treatments, interventions and expected outcomes

• Participates in new programs and treatment options as developed

• Possesses knowledge of offloading and interventions related to wound healing

• Verbalizes knowledge of underlying comorbidities and how they effect wound healing

• Possesses knowledge of compression therapy and demonstrates the use of compression related to wound healing

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to sit for up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time, stand for up to 8 hours per day; 4 hours at a time, and walk 6 hours per day; 50 minutes at a time. Have ability to lift, carry and push objects with a weight of up to 75 lbs., and transport patients weighing up to 400 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher with assistance when appropriate. Must be able to pull up to 10 lbs., and frequently pull up to 250 lbs. with assistance when appropriate. Must be able to stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, climb, crawl and reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch and be able to firmly grasp, twist and turn objects with hands and fingers. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal sound at high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to color, peripheral vision, accurate depth perception, and visual monotony (e.g. computer screen).

EDUCATION:

Current RN licensure required based on the state in which you are working. BSN preferred or any bachelor's degree. Obtain and pass CWON boards within two years of hire date. Apply for NJ RN license with 90 days of hire date.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum two years nursing experience with direct, hands on patient care required. Wound care, home health, rehabilitation, burn or critical care experience preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name andcurrent home address. Be sure toincludeemployment history forthe past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you areencouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications andlicenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.