Wound Care Nurse St. Anne Home is a ministry of the Felician Sisters of North America dedicated to the continued healing mission of Jesus Christ by providing a continuum of care and supportive services to adults, their families and their caregivers. We do this by following our five core values : Respect for Human Dignity, Compassion, Transformation, Solidarity with People in Need, and Justice and Peace.
- Must have Registered Nurse License (in good standing)
- Starting rates are based on experience ranging from $37-$41.50 per hour. $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!
- Sign-on bonuses are subject to certain requirements and signed documentation. Option 1 : Part time / Daylight (3 days a week)
- 6 : 30am- 3pm
Option 2 : Full Time- Wound Care / RN Supervisor
6 : 30am- 3pm & 8a- 8pWhat we offer : We value you!
Three different Highmark plan options for medical insurance. Plan for Dental and Vision.Life insurance for Full-time employees. PT may purchase at higher rate.7 Paid HolidaysVanguard 403 B retirement package with 3% matchShort-term disabilityTuition reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program- For when life hits and you need free solutions!Employee Discount Program- Start saving on enjoyment!What you’ll do : Wound Care focus
Provides consultation for individuals with altered skin integrity (e.g., pressure ulcers, draining wounds, fistulae) to develop individualized plans of care and attain expected outcomes.Provides guidance to staff in implementing protocols to identify, control, or eliminate etiological factors for skin breakdown, including selection of appropriate support surfaces.With a physician's order, provide appropriate debridement of devitalized tissue (e.g., conservative sharp debridement, silver nitrate cauterization of non-proliferative wound edges, hype granulation tissue, or to control minor bleeding).Provides appropriate education to patients, caregivers, and staff regarding skin care, wound management, care of percutaneous tubes, and draining wound / fistulae management.Validates pressure ulcer data collection for nursing quality indicators (e.g., pressure ulcers and restraint use)Provides pre- and postoperative education to patients (and their families) who are undergoing ostomy surgery, with consideration of the need for physical and psychological adaptation.Marks the stoma site preoperatively by determining the appropriate site for stoma placement with consideration of the patient's anatomical markings, physical capabilities, and lifestyle.Assesses the stoma and stoma functioning and initiates appropriate procedures for stoma care (eg, removes rod / sutures, measures / fits a pouching system, teaches care of stoma / peristomal skin and pouch).Provides appropriate educational information to patients, including postoperative and discharge instructions about care, referrals, and supply needsIdentifies risk factors for urinary or fecal continence disorders.Assesses patients with urinary and / or fecal continence disorders.Establishes an appropriate management program to include dietary and fluid management; bowel training or stimulated defecation program; bladder retraining, prompted voiding, or a scheduled voiding program; pelvic muscle reeducation without biofeedback; indwelling catheter management; recommendations regarding containment / absorptive products and devices and skin care; and education and counseling for patients / caregivers.Identifies patients requiring referral for assessment / management of complex urinary or fecal continence disorders.Seeks opportunities for professional growth.Demonstrates and supports the organization's mission, values, and goals.Complies with reasonable requests to perform other duties.Maintains / demonstrates knowledge and skills to perform competently as required by the employer or state board of nursing.Nursing Focus
Use the nursing process(assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide resident carePerforms physical, psychological and social assessment of residentsDemonstrates skills and knowledge to provide safe, competent nursing careParticipate in resident teaching activitiesConduct inventories, administer medications and treatment, as well as record Schedule I medicationsPerform other duties as assignedSupervisors / delegates resident care on assigned unit.Obtains physician orders and carries out the physician orders.Charges equipment supplies and services correctly.Participates in quality assessment and performance improvement activities (QAPI) as appropriate.Participate in nurse aide evaluations as necessary.Responds appropriately to emergency situationsWorkers supervised : Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing Assistants, Circulation Clerks, Unit Clerk, Volunteer. QUALIFICATIONS : Required Skills / Abilities
Graduate of an accredited program of professional nursingCurrently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (good standing)Possesses the skills and positive attitude necessary for a service-oriented industryPossesses ability to understand and react effectively to the unique needs of the age group servedMeets attendance / scheduling requirementsCriminal background check current within one yearDesired Skills / Abilities
Prefer minimum of one (1) year experience in geriatric fieldPrefer CPR CertificationIV Therapy CertificationEqual Opportunity Employer Statement : St. Anne Home is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected vCer
Salary : $37 - $42
