Wound Care LPN: Impactful, Fast-Paced Team Nurse

Healogics, LLC.; Florida; On-site; USD 32,098 - 42,278; Full time

Job summary

Healogics, LLC. in Town of Florida, New York, seeks a Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential wound-related care to patients. The role entails working under the direction of registered nurses and requires a current LPN license and relevant experience.

A successful candidate will support patient care by gathering information and equipment, while ensuring quality through regulatory compliance. This position offers a competitive hourly rate ranging from $23.30 to $30.69.

Qualifications

• Two or more years experience as LPN/LVN, including one year in SNF or LTACH setting.
• Wound care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides wound-related patient care under the direction of the RN/Provider.
• Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed.
• Assists with intake and discharge as needed.

Skills

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Problem solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program

Current LPN or LVN license

Job description

The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients’ lives. We also understand that meaningful work is hard work, and we are committed to supporting and compensating our employees for the tremendous service they provide.

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Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. With an aging society, obesity and diabetes on the rise, and an uptick in surgical procedures, the number of patients with non-healing wounds that would benefit from expert care is dramatically increasing. As a result, the company is working to provide our differentiated, quality outcomes to as many patients that would benefit through our out-patient clinic partnerships

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.

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Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. With an aging society, obesity and diabetes on the rise, and an uptick in surgical procedures, the number of patients with non-healing wounds that would benefit from expert care is dramatically increasing. As a result, the company is working to provide our differentiated, quality outcomes to as many patients that would benefit through our out-patient clinic partnerships

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.

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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

Assist 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, to include presentation skills and ability to translate complex technical terms in laymen’s 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 at the same time

Ability to work with others and in a team environment

Ability to stay calm in all situations

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems

Physical Demands

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

Work Environment

• Normal office environment
• Primarily indoors environment
• Patient care environment
• Exposure to Hazards (blood borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc)
• Exposure to mechanical equipment
• Proximity to moving objects
  
  

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The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $37.78-$47.61 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.

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