Inpatient Wound Care Specialist - Full Time

About the role

Jupiter Medical Center is a leading health care provider in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast region, known for its high standards in safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. The hospital consistently receives top ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in accordance with the Florida Nursing Practice Act and hospital policies.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes.
• Coordinates care with physicians to develop and implement wound treatment plans.
• Participates in performance improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Performs the primary functions of an RN, including assisting physicians in wound care procedures.
• Provides guidance and feedback to peers to help them improve their skills and knowledge.
• Works collaboratively with other health team members to achieve positive workflow and patient care goals.
• Manages patient care by taking a leadership role in coordinating interdisciplinary teams.
• Supports people in trying new things and generating novel ideas to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• National certification within 2 years required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred or enrolled in a BSN program within 90 days of hire and completed within the first three years of employment.
• Current RN license in the state of Florida.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.

Team Member Competencies

• Establishes relationships by building effective networks and collaborating within the department and organization.
• Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen their knowledge and skills.
• Inspires and motivates others by fostering commitment and cohesiveness within the team.
• Demonstrates emotional intelligence by exercising self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation.
• Acts with integrity by being truthful, keeping confidences, and following through on commitments.
• Champions change and innovation by supporting others in trying new things and generating novel ideas.

Physical Requirements

• Requires stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent assistance in lifting patients and heavy equipment.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment, make sound decisions, be detail-oriented, alert, and self-motivated.
• Ability to push/pull up to 40lbs, carry and lift up to 50lbs.

Threshold Requirements

• Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements.
• In-service and health requirements, including attendance at new employee orientation.
• TB/PPD Surveillance Program maintenance.
• Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).