Licensed Practical Nurse - Wound Center

Job Details Responsibilities

• Assisting physicians and RNs with the development and implementation of wound treatment plans and participating in performance improvement and review activities
• Acting within the guidelines of federal and state laws, professional, and ethical practices
• Greeting and preparing the patient for the clinic visit, including but not limited to:
  • Photographing and measuring the wound
  • Initiation of clinical practice guidelines and any associated orders (as allowed by respective practice acts)
  • Redressing the wound (as allowed by respective practice acts)
  • Providing patient/family education as directed by the physician and/or RNs
  • Cleaning and restocking supplies in exam rooms
  • Applying multi‑layer wraps
• Coordinating medical office responsibilities of plastic surgery group at the wound center
• Performing dressing changes and/or wound care within scope of practice as ordered
• Utilizing hospital computer system

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required:

• EDUCATION:
  
  Graduate of accredited licensed practical nursing program
• EXPERIENCE:
  • Wound care experience required
  • Previous medical office, clinic, or med‑surg experience required
• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
  • BLS required or obtained within 1 month of hire
  • Current state license as applicable

• Days/Varies Monday‑Friday