Wound Care RN: Patient Education & Healing Impact

MHM Support Services; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a registered nurse to assess patients referred by physicians, ensuring appropriateness for procedures and managing care. The role requires reviewing medical histories and determining needed clearances, while educating patients on procedures and medications.

This position aligns with Mercy's mission, values, and service standards. Education should include a nursing degree and an active RN license in the hiring state or under compact licensure rules.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure.
• Certifications in BLS and unit-specific areas may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients referred by physicians to determine appropriateness for procedures.
• Review medical history, surgical history, anesthesia history, and medications.
• Determine if pretreatment or additional medical clearance is needed.
• Provide patient education for procedures and medication management.

Skills

RN

Patient assessment

Care coordination

Education

Diploma/Associate/Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Mercy is seeking a registered nurse to assess patients referred by physicians, ensuring appropriateness for procedures and managing care. The role requires reviewing medical histories and determining needed clearances, while educating patients on procedures and medications.

This position aligns with Mercy's mission, values, and service standards. Education should include a nursing degree and an active RN license in the hiring state or under compact licensure rules.