Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Clinic-Wound Care

04122 LPN-Clinic 

 

Essential Functions/Responsibilities: 

• Under the direction of the RN/Provider, provides wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved and hospital protocols, Policies & Procedures


• Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing the required hyperbaric training


• May assist with intake and discharge.. 


• Gathers patient information.


• Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.


• Reports quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.


• Communicates as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions, to ensure quality of care.


• Performs other duties as delegated.


• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)


• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program 


• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position


• Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting


• Wound care experience preferred 

Required Education, Experience and Credentials: 

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)


• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program 


• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position


• Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting


• 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 


• Customer service skills and follow-up skills


• Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment 


• Ability to work with others and in a team environment


• Problem solving skills


• Ability to stay calm in all situations


• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems