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Wound RN in Dallas
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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.
$98,629 / year median in Oregon
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Ref:
3163241955Employer:
Network Company Name:
Samaritan Health Services Industry:
Healthcare otherJob Type:
Full Time State:
Oregon City:
Dallas Zip Code:
97338Post Date:
08/28/2026 SummaryJOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Provides treatment based upon established plan of care for patients with wounds, fistulas, percutaneous tubes, ostomies, incontinence, and actual or potential skin breakdown. Serves as a resource and consultant to patients and nursing staff. Performs assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided. Collaborates with WOCN to implement changes in the plan of care.DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Samaritan Wound Care treats acute or chronic wounds caused by diabetes, surgery, injury, poor blood flow and/or other problems. The scope of practice is physician driven and centered around wound, ostomy and continence care while maintaining additional adjunctive therapies such as vein medicine and hyperbaric medicine.EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
Current unencumbered Oregon RN licensure required. Healthcare Provider Level BLS required. BSN preferred. Related certification in Wound Care preferred. Experience in acute care preferred.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Social Perceptiveness:
Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.Adaptability/Flexibility:
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.Time Management:
Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.Communication:
Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Rarely (1- 10% of the time) Occasionally (11
- 33% of the time) Frequently (34
- 66% of the time) Continually (67
- 100% of the time) CLIMB
- STAIRS LIFT (Floor to
Waist:
0- 36") 40
- 60 Lbs SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees)
SIT LIFT
(Floor toWaist:
0- 36") 20
- 40 Lbs
ROTATE TRUNK
Sitting CARRY 2-handed, 20- 40 pounds SQUAT Repetitive REACH
- Upward
STAND WALK
- LEVEL
SURFACE LIFT
(Floor toWaist:
0- 36") 0
- 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24
- 54") 0
- 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to
Eye:
up to 54") 0- 20 Lbs LIFT (
Overhead:
54" and above) 0- 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0
- 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0
- 20 pounds
BEND FORWARD
at waistROTATE TRUNK
Standing REACH- Forward