Wound Care Nurse (RN) Full Time

About the role

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque seeks a Full Time Wound Care Nurse (RN) who evaluates new and existing in/out patient's wounds and monitors and treats the wound as per treatment policies and procedures. The position involves providing direct and indirect patient care in the long-term acute care setting. Communication with physicians/CCO/co-workers, as appropriate, regarding changes in patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology, is also required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates new and existing in/out patient's wounds and monitors and treats the wound as per treatment policies and procedures.
• Provides direct and indirect patient care in the long-term acute care setting.
• Communicates with physicians/CCO/co-workers, as appropriate, about changes in patient's clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
• Responds quickly and accurately to changes in patient's condition or response to treatment.
• Performs general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse Licensure for the State of New Mexico.
• Acute care experience is preferred.
• Current certification of Wound Care preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Able to communicate effectively and positively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse Licensure for the State of New Mexico.
• Acute care experience is preferred.
• Current certification of Wound Care preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Able to communicate effectively and positively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of wound care management and treatment protocols.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including competitive pay, direct deposit, medical insurance, dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, vision insurance, multiple voluntary insurance options, paid holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, optional credit union membership, cellular discount options, free uniform scrub after 90 days of employment, and 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution, and participation in our ESOP additional retirement benefit.

Pay

Market competitive pay rates and benefits in the Albuquerque market.

Schedule

Full-time schedule.

Company Overview

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque is a Long-Term Acute Care hospital that specializes in the management of complex medical needs. Our mission is to return patients to their optimal level of well-being in the least restrictive medical environment. We accomplish this through a multi-disciplined approach that includes aggressive clinical and therapeutic interventions, as well as family involvement. Our high staff to patient ratio ensures individualized attention. Our nurses, therapists, and physicians work with each patient to obtain the best possible outcomes. Learn more about the quality care we provide by visiting our website at: amgihm.com/albuquerque.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque is an equal opportunity employer and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), an employee owned company.