Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse - LPN/LVN

About the role

Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, the Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound-related and other basic nursing care to the center’s patients according to all the WCC and hospital policies and procedures, care and safety protocols, and Clinical Services Practice Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provides wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved and hospital protocols, Policies & Procedures
• Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed
• May assist with intake and discharge
• May provide assistance with case management under the direction of RN, in accordance with state regulations
• 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 hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric training
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training
• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy
• Performs other duties as delegated

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Skills

• 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

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment includes a normal office environment, primarily indoors, patient care environment, and exposure to hazards such as blood borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, and flammable explosive gases. Physical demands include being in a stationary position for extended periods, viewing computer screens, keying frequently on a computer, moving about, reading, communicating, writing, and lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds, with equipment assistance for heavier items.