PRN RN

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. With an aging society, obesity and diabetes on the rise, and an uptick in surgical procedures, the number of patients with non-healing wounds that would benefit from expert care is dramatically increasing. The Registered Nurse (RN) primarily provides patient care and handles intake and discharge processes for Wound Care Center patients as scheduled, under the direction of the Wound Care Center Clinical Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The position may also serve as a Case Manager to a group of assigned Wound Care Center patients, depending on the center setup.

All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to Healogics policies, Hospital policies, accrediting organizations, federal and state regulations, and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care to Wound Care Center patients and handles patient intake and discharge processes as assigned and according to hospital and nursing standards.
• Assists in vein clinic as assigned after completing Healogics Vein Clinic training.
• Serves as Case Manager to a group of patients as assigned, including:
  • Performing the initial nursing assessment, communicating findings with the assigned physician, assessing the wound stage and measurements, documenting care plans, evaluating the patient’s status in regards to desired outcomes, and identifying patient care situations that require intervention.
  • Participating in quality improvement initiatives, providing education to the patient or caregiver, and serving as a patient advocate in the delivery and coordination of patient care.
• Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) related duties as assigned, upon completion of Healogics hyperbaric training.
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training.
• Collaborates as needed with other healthcare providers, Wound Care Center Providers, the Program Director, and the Medical Director regarding clinic and patient needs.
• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current RN license in the state of practice – to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in the position.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Medical Surgical, Home Health, or Wound Care Certification preferred.
• 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, oral, and written communication skills, including presentation skills and the ability to translate complex technical terms into layman’s terms.
• Customer service and follow-up skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Teaching skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work with others and in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm in all situations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.

Physical Demands

• Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more).
• Repetitive motions.
• Moving about, pushing/pulling.
• Reading, bending/stooping, communicating.
• Reaching/grasping/touching with hands.
• Detecting sounds by ear.
• Writing, close/distance/peripheral vision.
• Traveling distances (car, airplane, etc.).
• Color perception.
• Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds.
• Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance.
• Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more).
• Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more.

Work Environment

• Normal office environment.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment.
• Patient care environment.
• Exposure to electrical current and proximity to moving objects.
• Exposure to hazards (bloodborne pathogens, body fluids, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc.).

Pay

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $46.18 and $58.19 per hour. This range is an estimate based on potential employee qualifications, including education, experience, geography, and operational needs.