Registered Nurse/Wound Clinic PRN
Company: Sovah Health - Danville
Location: Danville
Posted on: September 10, 2023
Job Description:
-SOVAH Health - Danville -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. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250 bed hospital
with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified
Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site
for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners,
pharmacists, and physician assistants.Where We Are:From our
beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville
offers big city amenities with quaint, small town charm. We are
home to a thriving arts and entertainment scene, numerous local
restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast
recreational opportunities.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, Growth opportunities, and
Mentor-based trainingAnd much more---Position Summary:Proficiency
in verbal and written communication. -Ability to work in stressful
environment. -Positive interpersonal skills are essential. -The
professional must be able to perform multiple tasks at one time.
-They must demonstrate the ability to coordinate multiple patient
treatments in an efficient manner, meeting required time deadlines.
They must work in a self directed manner and anticipate customer
needs. -Interpret lab values, report to physician and
assess/implement potential treatment charges. -Provide patient
education about diagnosis and treatment. -The staff must be able to
demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to the age of the patients served. -The individual must
demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development
of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective
of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information
needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her
age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in
departmental policies and procedures. Conducts focused wound
assessment. Uses wound dressings per formulary. Collects wound
cultures per policy.Minimum EducationGraduate from a school of
professional nursing.Required SkillsRequires 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.CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS) from
American Heart Association is required.LicensesCurrent licensure as
a Registered Nurse from the Virginia State Board of Nursing or
compact state.Minimum Work Experience2 years recent experience with
Medical/surgical patients. Wound Care experience preferred.EEOC
Statement:SOVAH Health - Danville 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.Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are
looking for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Keywords: Sovah Health - Danville, Danville , Registered Nurse/Wound Clinic PRN, Healthcare , Danville, Virginia
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