Registered Nurse Wound Care - Other Anc Wound Care

CHRISTUS Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, LA, is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care under physician supervision. This role requires an RN license, BLS, and 1–3 years of nursing experience.

You will assess patients, document histories, coordinate a multidisciplinary plan of care, and support education for patients and families. The position follows a standard 8 AM–5 PM schedule, Monday through Friday, and offers full-time employment within a busy healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold RN license in state of employment or a valid compact license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 1–3 years of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care using the nursing process and coordinate plans with physicians and care teams.
• Complete initial patient history, physical examination, and chart documentation within 24 hours of admission or intake.
• Perform wound care assessments and implement treatment plans per policy.
• Monitor patient responses, adjust care plans as needed, and document outcomes accurately.

Skills

Nursing Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Summary:

A healthcare professional that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates monitors and evaluates patient care activities under physician supervision. He/she has clinical and functional knowledge of the position for which they are accountable. He/She collaborates with other associates and departments effectively to promote high quality and effective care.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for effective management of patient care delivery by utilizing the nursing process. Completes and documents initial patient history, physical and chart documents within 24 hours of initial appointment.
• Completes thorough assessment of patient pre and post wound care treatment according to department policy and procedures.
• Initiates, updates documents and communicates an appropriate multidisciplinary plan of care based on patient needs; to include medical, psychosocial and spiritual.
• Evaluates patient response to care, revises plan of care as necessary and documents appropriately.
• Actively participates in obtaining all required documentation, improving processes, etc. in order to assure full reimbursement for services. Administers and documents medications/treatments safely and effectively. Assists physician with treatments and procedures.
• Recognizes change or urgent situations in patient condition and intervenes appropriately.
• Patient/Family Education: Provides patient and/or family with information relative to treatment plan, diagnostic/surgical procedures, disease process, and care between visits and after discharge. Obtains required signed consent forms. Documents appropriate teaching, considering age, cultural and religious beliefs, and barriers to learning. Evaluates effectiveness of teaching and provides appropriate follow-up. Strong emphasis on nutrition.
• Provides leadership and direction in accordance with departmental goals and objectives. Provides over sight for LPN, tech, and other associates as indicated.
• Completes all tasks and documentation accurately within set time frame related to AED check, autoclave, glucometer, HBO chamber list, etc.
• Maintains treatment rooms as per policy. Keeps supplies stocked and organized and re-orders as needed.
• Responsible for patients and physician correspondence to include physician appointments, scheduling and rescheduling of patients, referrals, and scheduling of tests and procedures, etc.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Associate's Degree in Nursing

Experience

• 1 – 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RN License in state of employment or compact
• BLS

Work Schedule:

8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday

Work Type:

Full Time