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Wound Care Registered Nurse - PRN
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$70,422 / year median in Florida
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Schedule:
PRN Shift:
Day (United States of America)Address:
2500HARBOR BLVD City:
PORT CHARLOTTE
State:
Florida Postal Code:
33952Job Description:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors of patients.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care, regularly evaluating and revising these plans as necessary.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely, following physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
- Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and compliance.
- Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and interventions continuously, making necessary adjustments to improve patient health and achieve positive outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families, addressing their emotional and psychological needs.
- Supervise and delegate care provided by members of the healthcare team to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Engage in continuous professional development and participate in performance improvement activities to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Respond to code situations promptly and effectively, providing necessary interventions to stabilize patients.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- Ability to work as a Team player within a unit
- Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
- EKG (based on patient ; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)
- Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)
- Basic computer skills
- must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs
- Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes
Education:
- Associate's of Nursing [Required]
- Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]
Field of Study:
N/A Work Experience:
- 1+ acute care hospital setting [Preferred]
Additional Information:
- Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
- Basic Life Support
- CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
- Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) [Preferred]
- Neonatal Med Certification (NEONATAL MED) [Preferred]
- Pediatric ER Assess, Recog & Stabilization (PEARS) [Preferred]
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer w/ OB/GYN Spec (RDMS-OBGYN) [Preferred]
- NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program [Preferred]
S.T.A.B.L.E.
Certification [Preferred]- Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC) [Preferred]
- Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) [Preferred]
- Critical Care Registered Nurse
- Tele-ICU (CCRN-E) [Preferred]
- Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) [Preferred]
- Oncology Nurse Society (ONS) [Preferred]
- American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) [Preferred]
- Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) [Preferred]
- Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements:
(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements- https://tinyurl.
Pay Range:
$31.53- $52.