Licensed Practical Nurse - Wound Center - Casual
Job Category : Nursing
Requisition Number : LICEN002275
Location : Indiana, PA 15701, USA
Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
In this role you will be :
- Assisting physicians and RNs with the development and implementation of wound treatment plans and participating in performance improvement and review activities
- Acting within the guidelines of federal and state laws, professional, and ethical practices
- Greeting and preparing the patient for the clinic visit, including but not limited to :
Photographing and measuring the wound
Initiation of clinical practice guidelines and any associated orders (as allowed by respective practice acts)Redressing the wound (as allowed by respective practice acts)Providing patient / family education as directed by the physician and / or RNsCleaning and restocking supplies in exam roomsApplying multi-layer wrapsCoordinating medical office responsibilities of plastic surgery group at the wound centerPerforming dressing changes and / or wound care within scope of practice as orderedUtilizing hospital computer systemOther Duties :
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications : Required :
Education : Graduate of accredited licensed practical nursing programExperience :Wound care experience required
Previous medical office, clinic, or med-surg experience requiredLicensure / Certification :BLS required or obtained within 1 month of hire
Current state license as applicableShifts :
Days / Varies Monday-FridayEqual Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.