Registered Nurse, (RN) - Wound Care

Lifepoint Health • Beckley, WV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Raleigh General Hospital

Registered Nurse, (RN) – Wound Care
Job Type: Full Time Days

About our Health System
Raleigh General is a 300 bed hospital located in Beckley, WV, and is part
of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed
to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral
health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career
milestone—your experience matters.

03132 RN-Wound Care
The Wound Care RN is responsible for all assigned nursing care activities to
include but not limited to wound care for patients of all ages and other
clinical activities associated with providing safe patient care. The RN is
responsible for following all WHC policies and procedures, care protocols and
Diversified Clinical Services Practice Guidelines, as directed by a Registered
Nurse, or Physician. The RN will be responsible for assisting with patient and
wound care data conferences, and continuing education is required as determined
by the Program Director.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Associates Degree in Nursing Required
• Current RN to practice in the state of (NC)
• BCLS

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred.

Responsibilities

• The RN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients served on his/her assigned unit as described in unit based competencies, policies and procedures.
• In collaboration with other staff members, provides bedside patient care, implementing the interventions identified in the plan of care, as directed by physician.
• Ensure appropriate patient care documentation.
• Implement and assure compliance with wound center and hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintain familiarity with regulatory standards.
• Report quality of care issues to clinical manager or Program Director.
• Ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies.
• Communicates with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree