RN - Wound Care - PRN

Position Summary:

• Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

• Develops care plan for wound care patients both outpatient and inpatient.

• Maintains levels of competency pertaining to the management of problem wounds.

• Demonstrates competency in performing transcutaneous oxygen monitoring.

• Assists physicians with wound debridement and dressing changes.

• Documents patient care given.

• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

• Perform other duties as directed by the Medical Director of Wound Care/HBO, the Wound Care/HBO Coordinator, the Director of Pulmonary Services, or their designee.

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Licensed for 220 beds, SOVAH Health – Martinsville, is a full service, acute-care hospital providing over 22 medical specialties. Among the services we offer are a home health & hospice agency, advanced wound healing center, cardiac rehabilitation center, two cardiac catheterization labs, and medical & radiation oncology services.

Where We Are:

In Martinsville, you can explore culture and arts, enjoy kayaking or hiking and so much more in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the river to the racetrack, we offer plenty of activities to guarantee that you and your family have a fun filled and safe place to live!

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

• Professional development and Growth opportunities

• And much more…

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse from the Virginia State Board of Nursing or a Compact State.

• Previous experience in acute care hospital setting preferred. Requirements will include successful completion of orientation checklist, pharmacology exam, and skills/credentials/competency requirements of specific unit.

• 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.

• Requires ability to function in stressful situations. Verbal ability to present information and ideas related to nursing theory and practice.

• Ability to accept responsibility and accountability to prescribe, delegate, and coordinate nursing care.

• Requires the cognitive ability and practical ability to provide nursing care appropriate to the patient population assigned, considering patient age, growth and development, and diagnosis with full implementation of the nursing process to include Assessment/Reassessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation.

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

EEOC Statement:

SOVAH Health - Martinsville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.