Travel Nurse RN - Wound/Ostomy in Indianapolis, IN - Excellent Benefits 2024-10-18

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Wound / Ostomy RN in Indianapolis, Indiana, 46250!

About The Position

Job Title : Registered Nurse Job Specialty : Wound Care Job Duration : 6 months Shift : Day - 8x5 - 8 AM to 4 PM Guaranteed Hours : 40 hours per week Experience : Minimum 2 years of experience required License : IN RN License Certifications : WOCN, CWS, or WCC;

BLS certification through the American Heart Association required Must-Have : - 3 years of recent Wound Care Coordinator experience- IN RN license attached to resume- Certifications attached to submission Job Description : Manage the facility's wound care program, including standards of care and practices related to wound, ostomy, and continence patient care needs.

• Provide direct patient care and assistance to staff nurses and act as a consultative service to affiliated healthcare agencies.
• Develop and implement the facility wound care program in conjunction with the national standardization process, including patient care protocols, documentation tools, wound care formulary, and referral criteria.
• Establish standards of care, competencies, policies, and procedures in quality, cost-efficient, and effective wound care for all clinical staff.
• Act as the primary consultant to Wound Care Clinicians and a consultant to facility staff, advocating with physicians; enable clinical staff to effectively assess wounds, recommend appropriate protocols, and initiate plans of care through training and support.
• Provide ongoing education to staff on products available for use in the hospital.- Evaluate all wounds upon admission and ongoing to determine treatment plans and provide early problem identification.
• Provide consultation and / or assessment on patients with pressure injuries, consulting on wounds that do not show measurable signs of healing within two weeks.
• In consultation with the physician, assist the primary nurse in developing an appropriate plan of care for comprehensive wound management and prevention.
• Make recommendations to the physician for changes to wound care orders and provide evidence-based research support as needed.
• Review medical records of patients with wounds to ensure wound assessments, care plans, and treatments are clearly and correctly documented and that appropriate wound-related treatments are being provided.
• Investigate all cases with adverse events related to wounds by completing root cause analysis and developing action plans based on findings with nursing leadership.
• Participate in clinical outcome monitoring, follow-up, and agency performance improvement initiatives.- Participate in quality data reporting through wound-related data set records completion.
• Collaborate with support center clinical operations staff to maintain a cost-effective wound care formulary.- Assist as needed with training of new hire Wound Care Coordinators within the hospital division.

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS - AHA
• BLS - AHA
• Core Competency
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

5 Benefits of Travel Nursing

• Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare contexts.
• Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies.
• Stand out in the competitive healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with varied experiences in different regions and healthcare settings.

Employers value the adaptability and resilience gained through travel nursing.

• Travel nurses may find themselves in challenging situations that require effective crisis management. This experience can be valuable in emergency healthcare settings and disaster response teams.
• Travel nursing encourages self-reliance and independence. Managing your assignments, travel logistics, and personal well-being in new locations enhances your ability to thrive in diverse circumstances.
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