RN (Nurse) IP Wound Care Per Diem Job at Christus Health, La Cienga, NM

aS9UekFOTENWL0x6VVFTdWxkcEdLc1VieUE9PQ==
  • Christus Health
  • La Cienga, NM

Job Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Provides clinical consultation and support to staff and patients regarding the management of complex wounds, pressure ulcers, ostomies, fistulas, and incontinence. Responsibilities include ensuring evidence-based practice for skin integrity, wound management and incontinence care. Manages and monitors wound care programs to ensure quality patient outcomes. Collaborates with the health care team to develop effective patient education. Develops and implements educational programs for patients, staff and other health care providers. Requirements EDUCATON: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current NM nursing license and BLS issued through American Heart Association. Specialty certification in wound care awarded by a nationally accredited certifying body (e.g., CWCN, CWON, or CWOCN) preferred. SKILLS: Excellent oral/written communications skills. Ability to assess, plan, coordinate, and facilitate educational programs. Ability to develop interdisciplinary collaboration. Excellent teaching and problem-solving skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally in English. Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally in Spanish preferred. EXPERIENCE: Two years of acute care experience. Experience managing complex wounds and ostomies required. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: Responsible to: Director of Wound Care, Clinical Director of Wound Care, and Director of Patient Care for nursing supervision. ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogens B Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care and staff development. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying, unpredictable situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged or considerable standing and walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required. Operates various hospital equipment, machines and instrumentations, computer, telephone, beeper.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

HirefinderRPO

Configuration and CDRL Data Manager Job at HirefinderRPO

 ...Summary We are seeking a talented and experienced Configuration and CDRL Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing configuration management and CDRL (Contract Data Requirements List) activities for complex defense projects. This is an... 

EDS Service Solutions

Rental Car Driver Job at EDS Service Solutions

 ...EDS Transporter is entry level work. Just moving and Parking Rental cars. No special training.We are looking for staff to work Full time...  ...job for any skill level. We are looking for LONG TERM Drivers locally at the airport. This IS NOT A TEMPORARY or SEASONAL job... 

Glad Solutions

General Labor Help Wanted Job at Glad Solutions

 ...team player who is ready for a challenge, we want you. In this role, you will learn the...  ...Professional Communications Leadership Time Management Goal Setting Glad...  ...product training and continuous mentoring to help ensure your success. Long term career opportunities... 

Gravy Train Trucking

Dump Truck/Gravel Train Driver Job at Gravy Train Trucking

 ...enjoy consistent hours with a consistent paycheck. We do local work and are home every night! There is also an excellent unlimited cash referral program and paid time off. Requirements: Applicants must have a CDL A. Must have or be able to obtain a DOT medical... 

Piper Maddox

Solar Design Engineer Job at Piper Maddox

 ...Maddox have recently partnered with a leading U.S.-based electrical contractor in an effort to continue the build out of their Solar Design Engineering team. This organization have a dedicated renewable energy division that focuses on turnkey engineering, procurement...