Registered Nurse (RN), Wound Care

Job Description

03132 RN-Wound Care

The Wound Care RN is responsible for all assigned nursing care activities to include but not limited to wound care for patients of all ages and other clinical activities associated with providing safe patient care. The RN is responsible for following all WHC policies and procedures, care protocols and

Diversified Clinical Services Practice Guidelines, as directed by a Registered Nurse, or Physician. The RN will be responsible for assisting with patient and wound care data conferences, and continuing education is required as determined by the Program Director.

Reports to : FLSA : Non-exempt

Education : Associates Degree in Nursing Required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred.

License : Current RN to practice in the state of (NC)

Certifications : BCLS

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions

1. The RN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients served on his / her assigned unit as described in unit based competencies, policies and procedures.

2. In collaboration with other staff members, provides bedside patient care, implementing the interventions identified in the plan of care, as directed by physician.

3. Ensure appropriate patient care documentation.

4. Implement and assure compliance with wound center and hospital policies and procedures.

5. Maintain familiarity with regulatory standards.

6. Report quality of care issues to clinical manager or Program Director.

7. Ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies.

8. Communicates with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions.

Non-Essential Functions

1. Other duties as assigned.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.