RN - Hyperbaric Wound - PRN - Saint Louis, United States - Mercy

Description

The Wound Center

This is a PRN position.

The ideal candidate would be able to work at a minimum of

1 - 2 days a week.

The Wound Center is a hospital outpatient department that provides evaluation and management for wounds and ulcers of all types. We run clinic with 2-3 medical providers daily, M-F 8am-430pm.This includes 2 MD's, 3 podiatrists and one FNP who all specialize in wound management.

• Opening RN's undress, clean, assess, measure, document and photograph wounds and enter all information into Epic.
• Closing RN's apply ordered dressings and educate patient on wound care, dressing changes, nutrition, etc. pertaining to patient wound healing
• Negative pressure wound therapy, Total contact casting, Skin Sub applications are some of the advanced modalities we offer.
• BLS required completed prior to end of orientation.
• Wound care experience preferred but not required.
• Fast paced environment requiring excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Collaboration with providers, surgeons, and other members of the patient care team.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program
• Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period

We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.