Wound Care Clinician - Wound Treatment Center - FT Days Job (NEWNAN, GA, US)

Job DescriptionJob Title: Wound Care Clinician - Wound Treatment Center - FT DaysCompany Name: Piedmont Newnan HospitalEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: NEWNAN, GA, United StatesDepartment: WOUND CARESalary: Highly CompetitiveShift/Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Monday - FridayHours/Pay Period: 80Degree Required: State LicenseJob ID: 3.670-2061-014279Date Posted: Jan 26, 2012Years Experience: unspecifiedJob Category: NursesNote: Please read the complete description below before applying for this job.Complete DescriptionResponsible for the assessment, evaluation, and treatment of patients, specifically those with acute and/or chronic wounds, ostomy management and education as well as management of fistulae, tubes, skin, and incontinence issues. Works in conjunction with physicians, nursing staff and ancillary staff to evaluate, propose, plan and perform patient assessment and treatments. Collects data regarding the patient's physical, psychosocial and health history; organizes the data into the formulation of a plan of care; identified any additional information needed and makes care decisions based on identified needs. Provides care that is specific to the patient care setting, identified needs and plan; ensures that care provided is appropriate to the severity of disease, condition, impairment, or disability. Facilitates the process for the provision of access to the appropriate level of care and services based on the patient's identified needs. Assists with discharge planning. Identified teaching opportunities and provides the resources necessary for achieving the educational goals for the patient. Exhibits professional leadership in the delivery of patient care; provides direction to staff supervised. Assists with measuring quality and outcomes on a continuous basis. Possesses appropriate interpersonal and organizational skills. Manages time and resources in a manner that meets patient and departmental goals. Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (CWOCN). Current non-restricted Georgia license as Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Physical Therapist. Basic clinical skills with exhibited intellectual ability to apply skills and knowledge to practice. Prefer two (2) years in a clinical setting that provides wound care to both acute and chronic patients. Experience in diagnostic testing and case management helpful. CPR (required), ACLS (preferred). Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) or Wound Care Certification (WCC) is preferred.Piedmont Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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