Wound Care Rn Prn

Description - External PRN Wound Care RN All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Mon - Fri 8am-5pm
Shift: Days
Location: AdventHealth Wound & Hyperbaric 2304 Shorter Avenue Rome, Georgia 30165
The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Redmond + Rome's historical markers help document the city's history and gives insight into the culturally rich heritage.
+ Population- 36,332 (2019 census)
+ Developed a regional center for the fields of medical care and education
+ In addition to its public-school system, it has several private schools. Higher-level educational institutions include private Berry College and Shorter University, and the public Georgia Northwestern Technical College and Georgia Highlands College.
+ Largest city near the center of the triangular area defined by the Interstate highways between Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, AL, and Chattanooga, TN.
The role you'll contribute: GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for providing routine and complex wound care to various types of patients seen by this service in accordance with accepted Praxis Clinical Practice Guidelines. Responsible for total patient care, including venipunctures, ear irrigation, invasive and non-invasive monitoring, quality control of equipment, wound care, accurate and timely record keeping. Manages patients' plan of care collaborating with the staff and other disciplines within the unit (i.e., completes/coordinates patient assessment, develops/monitors outcomes based on plan of care, coordinates and implements plan of care, evaluates outcomes and monitors variances). Provides hands-on expert care to patients and is accountable for managing patient care in order to meet optimal outcomes. Responsible for cross training to provide delivery of acute and chronic wound care, and Wound Care Center admission assessment in accordance with Clinical Practice Guidelines.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The nurse is responsible for execution of the Nursing Process:Assessment—the nurse collects patient health data.Data collections involve the patient, family, and other health care providers as appropriate.The priority of data collection activities is determined by the patient's immediate condition or needs.Pertinent data are collected using appropriate assessment techniques and instruments.Relevant data are documented in a retrieval form.The data collection process is systematic and ongoing.Diagnosis—the nurse analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnoses.Diagnoses are derived from the assessment data.Diagnoses are validated with the patient, family, and other health care providers, when possible and appropriate.Diagnoses are documented in a manner that facilitates the determination of expected outcomes and plan of care.Outcome identification—The nurse identifies expected outcomes individualized to the patient.Outcomes are derived from the diagnoses.Outcomes are mutually formulated with the patient, family, and other health care providers, when possible and appropriate.Outcomes are culturally appropriate and realistic in relation to the patient's present and potential capabilities.Outcomes are attainable in relation to resources available to the patient.Outcomes include a time estimate for attainment.Outcomes provide direction for continuity of care.Outcomes are documented as measurable goals.Planning—The nurse develops a plan of care that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.The plan is individualized to the patient (i.e., age-appropriate, culturally sensitive) and the patient's conditions or needs.The plan is developed with the patient, family, and health care providers, as appropriate.The plan reflects current nursing practice.The plan provides for continuity of care.Priorities for care are established.The plan is documented.Implementation—The nurse implements the interventions identified in the plan of care.Interventions are consistent with the established plan of care.Interventions are implemented in a safe, timely, and appropriate manner.Interventions are documented.Evaluations—The nurse evaluates the patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes.Evaluation is systematic, ongoing, and criterion-based.The patient, family, and other health care providers are involved in the evaluation process, as appropriate.Ongoing assessment data are used to revise diagnoses, outcomes, and the plan of care, as needed.Revisions in diagnoses, outcomes, and the plan of care are documented.The effectiveness of interventions is evaluated in relation to outcomes.The RN practices in accordance with the established Georgia Nurse Practice Act and law.The RN is responsible for maintaining general mandatories established by Gordon Hospital and any department-specific mandatories, as deemed necessary for practice within that setting.The RN is responsible for legal, ethical practice. The nurse serves as a patient advocate in accordance with the patient bill of rights. The nurse is responsible for compliance with regulatory standards pertinent to nursing practice.The RN must remain flexible to changing systems, is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and treats staff, physician, patients and families with consideration and respect.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: Nursing degree from an accredited nursing school (BSN preferred). Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Georgia.Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, visitors, staff and physicians.Strong demonstrated ability in assessment, analytical decision making and critical thinking.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFERRED: Familiarity with PC's and computerized nursing systems and tools or demonstrated ability to learn.Good organization, delegation and communication skills to facilitate efficient patient care.Leadership ability and coordination skills.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Nursing degree from an accredited nursing school (BSN preferred).EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: Critical care nursing.Wound care experience.Completes Basic Wound Care course within six months of employment.LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Current Registered Nurse License in the state of Georgia.BLSLICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED: ACLS certificationThis facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Nursing
Organization: AdventHealth Redmond
Schedule: Per Diem
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 24040194
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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