RN - Wound Care
Company: Sovah Health - Danville
Location: Danville
Posted on: September 10, 2023
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse - DaysWound Care Position Summary: Provide
education to patients, and families on the disease process,
treatment, diagnostic testing and patient responsibilities
involving treatment. Perform initial assessment and reassessments
with appropriate documentation. Notify MD of any abnormal findings.
Obtain laboratory samples per policy. (Example: wound cultures).
Assess wounds and apply ordered dressings per policy. (Example: Una
Boots, Combiderm, Aquacel, etc). Document all treatments on
appropriate forms/computer. Coordinate patient schedule to provide
optimal care in a productive timeframe. Promotes a positive image
throughout the organization and community by providing cooperative
and courteous service to all customers, patients, families,
visitors, physicians and associates. Interpret lab data and notify
MD, pharmacy or other departments for any needed changes in
treatment modality Complete department charges, supply charges and
revisit data accurately and promptly to ensure compliance.
Participates in quality improvement activities. Coordinate and
assist with in-patient wound care as needed. 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 training And
much more Minimum Qualifications: 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. Basic Life Support (BLS) from American
Heart Association is required. Current licensure as a Registered
Nurse from the Virginia State Board of Nursing or compact state. 2
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
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