RN Op Wound Care - Hyperbaric Wound Center

Under the general supervision of the supervising physicians/providers, utilizes nursing processes to plan and provide care for hyperbaric/wound, nursing patients in accordance with physician/provider orders and established policies/procedures. This position will complete the patient’s assessment, collect and analyze patient data, and communicate information about patient to physician.

 Essential Job Functions

• Provides care to the patients of BHS Wound Center through an interdisciplinary approach by assessing, planning, providing nursing care and evaluating outcomes. Assures necessary communication with physicians, extenders, LPNs, nursing assistants, patients and other members of the healthcare team occurs to assist the patient in meeting their goals.


• Utilizes critical thinking skills to use the assessment, review of labs, diagnostic tests, medications etc. to identify status of patient, identify changes in patient condition and take appropriate action in a timely manner.


• Demonstrates error-free documentation that is completed in a timely and thorough manner without using unapproved abbreviations. Complies with patient identification standards prior to initiating any patient intervention.


• Monitors hyperbaric medicine treatment to all referred patients. Takes and records vital signs, obtains blood sugars by utilizing glucometer, and reports findings outside of normal parameters to supervising physician/provider. Wound care, dressing changes, TCOM testing, suture/staple removal and nursing care under the specialty practice of the providers is provided in accordance with patient’s age and care needs.


• Acts as a steward for the organization, identifying wastes, cost saving measures and appropriate utilization of medical surgical supplies. Orders, maintains, and stocks supplies in designated areas. Checks equipment for proper function and reports malfunctions immediately. Supports front office needs by performing a wide range of duties. Supports and assists other staff as needed.


• Other duties as assigned.

Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]

Required Qualifications/Experience

• Graduate of Registered Nurse Program.


• Three years experience in an acute care setting.


• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.


• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing


• Critical care experience


• Experience in Healthcare setting.

License, Certification & Clearances

• Current PA RN license


• ACLS


• Healthcare Provider CPR


• Act 33/73 clearances


• Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).


• Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.