Wound Care LPN

About the role

The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients' lives. We also understand that meaningful work is hard work, and we are committed to supporting and compensating our employees for the tremendous service they provide.

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
• Aid in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed
• 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
• Functions 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 - 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

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

• Physical Demands: Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more), viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more), keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more, moving about, reading, communicating, writing, color perception, close, distance and peripheral vision, lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds, lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance, pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching/grasping/touching with hands
• Work Environment: Normal office environment, primarily indoors environment, patient care environment, exposure to hazards (blood borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc), proximity to moving objects

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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