Wound Care RN — Case Manager & Patient Advocate

Healogics; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 96,220,000 - 121,265,000; Full time

Job summary

Healogics is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide patient care in the Wound Care Center, manage intake and discharge, and potentially serve as a Case Manager for assigned patients.

Qualified candidates hold an ADN, an active RN license, and BSN or wound care certifications are preferred. The role involves HBO duties and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced care environment.

Qualifications

• RN license in the state of practice – to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in the position.
• Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Medical Surgical, Home Health or Wound Care Certification preferred.
• Wound care experience preferred.

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.

Skills

BLS

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Nursing systems

Education

ADN Nursing Degree

RN License

BSN preferred

Wound Care Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Nursing software

Job description

Healogics is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide patient care in the Wound Care Center, manage intake and discharge, and potentially serve as a Case Manager for assigned patients.

Qualified candidates hold an ADN, an active RN license, and BSN or wound care certifications are preferred. The role involves HBO duties and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced care environment.