Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Wound Care Center provides wound‑related and basic nursing care to patients under RN or provider direction, following Healogics policies and standard protocols.

• Under the direction of the RN/Provider, provides wound‑related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved hospital protocols, policies & procedures.
• Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed; may assist with intake and discharge.
• May provide assistance with case management under the direction of RN, in accordance with state regulations.
• Gathers patient information.
• Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
• Reports quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Communicates as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions to ensure quality of care.
• Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric training.
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training.
• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Performs other duties as delegated.

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice – to maintain throughout the duration of employment.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting.
• Wound care experience preferred.

• Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time‑management skills.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service skills and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work with others and in a team environment.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm in all situations.
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.

Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (≥4 hours). Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (≥4 hours). Keying frequently on a computer for ≥4 hours. Moving about. Reading. Communicating. Writing. Color perception. Close, distance and peripheral vision. Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds. Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance. Pushing/pulling. Bending/stooping. Reaching/grasping/touching with hands.

Normal office environment; primarily indoors. Patient care environment. Exposure to hazards (blood borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc). Exposure to mechanical equipment. Proximity to moving objects.

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $23.30 and $30.69 per hour, based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography as well as operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.