WOUND CARE NURSE - LOCAL TRAVEL

Company: MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc
Location: Pflugerville
Posted on: September 27, 2024

Job Description:

Position Title: Wound Care Nurse - Local Travel

Location: Austin, TX

Employment Type: Local Travel/PRN

Position Overview:

MLee Healthcare has partnered with a state recognized home healthcare provider who is rapidly expanding their Austin market. We are looking to establish a team of motivated, and qualified nurses to respond within 24 to 48 hours of a patient referral. The RN will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes. The role includes patient admission, assessment, care planning, and ongoing follow-up visits to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Admission and Assessment:
  • Conduct initial patient assessments and health evaluations.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs.
  • Educate patients and families about care plans and health management.
  • Care Coordination:
    • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
    • Coordinate and communicate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers.
    • Adjust care plans as necessary based on patient progress and feedback from the healthcare team.
    • Patient Care and Management:
      • Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration, wound care, and other skilled nursing tasks.
      • Monitor and document patient health status and progress.
      • Ensure patient safety and comfort at all times.
      • Weekly Follow-Ups:
        • Conduct weekly follow-up visits to assess patient progress.
        • Update care plans and interventions as needed.
        • Provide ongoing education and support to patients and families.
        • Compliance and Documentation:
          • Maintain accurate and timely patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
          • Ensure adherence to all healthcare policies and procedures.
          • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits. Qualifications:
            • Education:
              • Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
              • Licensure/Certification:
                • Current and valid RN license in the state of practice.
                • BLS certification required; ACLS and other certifications preferred.
                • Experience:
                  • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, with a preference for home healthcare or hospice experience.
                  • Strong clinical skills in patient assessment, care planning, and management.
                  • Skills:
                    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
                    • Ability to work independently and manage multiple patients.
                    • Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) system

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