RN/LPN - Wound Therapy (stph)

Job Description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

HOURS: M-F 7a-5p

JOB SUMMARY:   

The registered nurse (R.N.) position is responsible for utilization of skills in organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care as it relates to the specific needs of the patient.   The R.N. works within the scope of practice regulated by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing and follows hospital policies and procedures. The R.N. will assist the physician in the patient room and for procedures. Have an understanding of wound care concepts and use of special modalities related to wound care. The R.N. should receive training through an approved hyperbaric course and be able to provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy as directed and prescribed by the hyperbaric physician. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

State Licensed Registered Nurse. Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. Proficient use of electronic medical record Epic. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

CWS and/or CHRN preferred but not required. Wound Care and Hyperbaric certification preferred. Previous wound care experience preferred.

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:        

Constant (67%-100%) - talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE
Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feeling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.