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Cuyuna Regional Medical Center WOCN Outpatient Svcs Casual BSN-CFCN certification preferred in Crosby, Minnesota
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center * Wound Care Crosby, MN Nursing Casual, 8-hour Day Shift FTE: RN Casual - minimum 2 weekend shifts per 4 week schedule period Weekend Requirements: No weekends Posted 08/01/2024 Req # 13357 POSITION SUMMARY RN: Registered Nurses provide direct care to patients and are a part of all care given by other departments. Registered Nurses must continually strive to provide the highest quality of care possible for the patients. They must also lead the nursing team toward the achievement of the goal of the Cuyuna Regional Medical Center. High quality care and overall efficiency are essential components to this success. WOC Nurse: To serve as expert practitioner, clinical resource, and consultant for the acute, long term and home care patients with selected disorders of gastrointestinal, genitourinary and integumentary systems, such as complex draining wounds, ostomies, fistulas, dermal ulcers and incontinence. To provide the full scope of WOC nursing practice which also includes other components such as education, counseling, research and administration. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: BSN required. Two years of relevant or recent nursing experience preferred. License/Certificates: Current Minnesota RN license. American Heart Association BLS required within 30 days of hire. Wound, Ostomy and/or Continence certifications upon hire preferred, or must obtain at least one of these certifications within one year of hire. Special Skills and Aptitudes: Knowledge and skills to implement nursing theory. Demonstrates mature judgment, initiative and proficiency in nursing skills. Demonstrates leadership qualities and executive and organizational abilities. Ability to lead and supervise resident/patient care team. Ability to interact effectively with physicians, patients and family, staff and other healthcare providers. Ability to adapt resources to the needs of the situation. Knowledge of applied science principles in nursing situations involving techniques and procedures, hygiene and safety measures. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to recognize manifestation of physical and emotional problems. Knowledge and skills to review charts and enter data efficiently. Teaching ability and ability to work independently using good judgment. Ability to properly and safely operate all equipment required for this position. Knowledge and use of community resources. Maintains good physical and mental health. May be assigned to specialty areas. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES RN: Exercises concern for the patient's welfare, maintains knowledge of the patient's condition, administers medication and performs treatment while practicing and maintaining high ethical standards. Responsible for the direct and indirect care of residents/patients assigned to her/him under the guidance of the Nurse Manager and/or Chief Nursing Officer, maintains accurate and complete records of nursing assessments and care, and counsels of the client and family in meeting nursing related needs. Remains up-to-date on new nursing skills and technology, utilizing the nursing process (observation, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) in the delivery of care. Performs duties in accordance with physician's orders, the Medical Center's policies, methods, and techniques, and in coordinating with other departments and Medical Center personnel. When requested, participates in in-service programs, education programs, and orientation of new personnel. Provides leadership and promotes teamwork. Demonstrates Standards of Excellence when other duties are assigned. WOC Nurse: Serves as consultant and/or direct care provider to potential ostomates and their families, patients with wounds, pressure sores, incontinence, and skin care at CRMC and to area health care providers. Participates in interdisciplinary conferences to plan patient care. Prioritizes responsibilities and completes projects within allotted time. Proces supply orders for patient's wound/ostomy materials with appropriate durable medical equipment supplier. Why Cuyuna Regional Medical Center? CRMC provides the highest quality patient care by hiring exceptional, qualified individuals and providing opportunities for growth and advancement. We are more than 1,000 employees working in a unique environment that brings together the best in patient care and innovative medical specialties. From our expansive surgery suites with leading edge technology to our resort inspired senior living spaces, from trauma to routine, obstetrics to hospice, we provide services across the continuum of care - all in Minnesota's beautiful Brainerd lakes country. For more information about our medical campus visit: http://www.cuyunamed.org. We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes exceptional benefits. Follow us: Site Description: Crosby a city of 3,000 residents is part of the Brainerd and Cuyuna Lakes Area in central Minnesota. It is a top 5 destination in the United States for mountain biking. Crosby is just 15 miles from Brainerd, MN and a two-hour drive from Minneapolis/St. Paul. The Brainerd Regional Airport, which is serviced daily by Delta Airlines, is located 11 miles from Crosby. CRMC is located within a two-hour radius of Alexandria, Duluth, and St. Cloud. Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.