Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care - Wound Care
Company: WellStar Health
Location: Memphis
Posted on: January 15, 2021
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Job Description:
Please note that this role is based in Georgia. Generous
relocation packages are available.
Overview
At WellStar, we all share common goals. That's what makes us so
successful - and such an integral part of our communities. We want
the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for
our colleagues. As the most integrated healthcare provider in
Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the
communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care
models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare.
Responsibilities
Significant Sign-On Bonus and Relocation assistance offered for
qualified experienced RNs.
The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Clinical Nurse (WOCN) functions
under the direction of the Nurse Manager and provides acute and
rehabilitative care for people with select disorders of the GI, GU
and Integumentary systems. The WOCN serves as a resource to nursing
and medical staff and is responsible for delivering in-depth,
comprehensive patient care in complex multiple problem patient care
situations. The WOCN is able to independently perform job
functions.
The WOCN is a licensed caregiver who practices in a competent
manner, upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and
procedures while supporting service excellence goals in the
clinical environment that employs a shared governance model.
Clinical practice is executed using best evidence through
continuous learning from formal education; active reading of
professional literature; and reflective practice. He/She serves as
a partner in care anticipating and providing for the patient care
needs of his/her patients, families and significant others. Role
specific competencies, responsibilities, and practice are guided by
the WellStar Professional Practice Model, 5-Star Nursing. It is
expected that the WOCS nurse is certified, licensed, knowledgeable,
and upholds the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia
Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of
Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American
Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is
expected the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system
policies and procedures while supporting service excellence
goals.
Qualifications
Required Minimum Education
* Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing:
Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of
nursing
* National certification in area of specialty preferred Nursing
education from an accredited school of wound, ostomy, and
continence nursing (WOCN) program and national certification in
clinical specialty area preferred.
Required Minimum Licensure/Certification
* Current/active license as a registered nurse in the State of
Georgia
* Must have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association
on the first day of employment in position.
Required Minimum Experience
* Minimum three (3) years as a staff nurse in an acute care
setting.
Required Minimum Skills
* Ability to read, write and speak English language, optimize the
use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer
skills
* Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer
service skills required
* Ability to function in a fast paced environment and respond to
emergencies using a decisive, composed and respectful manner
* Possesses excellent time management skills; practices nursing
using evidence and analytical skills along with strong critical
thinking skills
* Knowledgeably upholds the practice of nursing as outlined by the
Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of
Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American
Nurses Association.
Join us for outstanding benefits and development opportunities. We
also offer state-of-the-art technology, professional support and
advancement, and colleagues that rank amongst the best in the
country.
Step up to your potential. Find out more and apply today!
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