What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Wound Care position at Summerville Medical Center?
Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Wound Care Registered Nurse you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Summerville Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits Summerville Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include : Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) RN Wound Care where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise Job Summary and Qualifications The Wound Care RN is responsible for serving as a clinical resource, educator, and consultant to the staff in developing and implementing the plan of care for patients with specific disorders of the Gastrointestional and Genitourinary, and Integumentary Systems which could include ostomies, fistulae, tubes, dermal wounds, other altered skin & tissue integrity situations and incontinence depending on employee’s specific certification. Duties & Responsibilities :
- Maintain WOC guidelines consistent with WOCN recommendations
- Assist staff to maintain competency in the areas of Wound, Ostomy and Continence
- Organize discharge plan for WOC population
- Educate and precept students re WOC Services
- Demonstrate leadership within the role of the WOCN
- Participate in at least 30 hours of WOC related Continuing Education annually.
- Participate in committees / teams for regulatory compliance as assigned Preferred Qualifications : Graduated from an accredited WOCN Education Program Wound Care Nurse (WCN), or Wound and Ostomy Nurse (WON), or Wound, Ostomy & Continence Nurse (WOCN) Certification Trident Health is a 445-bed HCA Healthcare hospital system comprised of two acute care hospitals, Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center and three freestanding emergency departments, Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks Corner Medical Center and Centre Pointe Emergency. We provide care to nearly 375,000 South Carolina Low country residents each year. Every day Trident Health's more than 2,600 employees, more than 500 physicians and more than 130 volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling our mission. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our RN Wound Care opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
