Rn, Registered Nurse - Wound Care

Jobtome; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate patient care activities under physician supervision. You will collaborate with associates to promote high-quality care and ensure accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include nursing process management, wound care assessment, multidisciplinary care planning, and education for patients and families. The role requires RN licensure, BLS, and 1–3 years of experience, with on-site full-time hours in

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• 1–3 years experience preferred.
• RN license in state of employment or compact; BLS.
• Work schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours; Full Time.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient care via nursing process; complete history, physical, and chart within 24 hours.
• Assess wound care pre/post treatment per policy.
• Develop and communicate multidisciplinary plan of care including medical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
• Evaluate patient response and revise care plan as needed.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Documentation

Leadership

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Tools

AED

Autoclave

Glucometer

HBO chamber

Job description

DescriptionSummary

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:5 Days - 8 HoursWork Type:Full Time