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RN, Registered Nurse - Wound Care

CHRISTUS Health System

Marshall, Texas

A healthcare professional that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates monitors and evaluates patient care activities under physician supervision.

Posted Oct 6 · Applications close Oct 6, 2027

Unit and setting
Wound Care RN, Registered Nurse - Wound Care
License
RN licenseRN license in state of employment or compact
Term
Per DiemPRN

Do you qualify?

License
RN license in state of employment or compact RN License in state of employment or compact Check your license
Education
Associate's Degree in Nursing

The role and schedule

Day to day
Manages patient care delivery using the nursing process Responsible for effective management of patient care delivery by utilizing the nursing process.
Day to day
Completes and documents initial history, physical and chart within 24 hours of initial appointment Completes and documents initial patient history, physical and chart documents within 24 hours of initial appointment.
Day to day
Completes thorough pre and post wound care assessment Completes thorough assessment of patient pre and post wound care treatment according to department policy and procedures.
Day to day
Initiates and communicates multidisciplinary plan of care Initiates, updates documents and communicates an appropriate multidisciplinary plan of care based on patient needs; to include medical, psychosocial and spiritual.
Day to day
Evaluates patient response and revises plan of care as needed Evaluates patient response to care, revises plan of care as necessary and documents appropriately.
Day to day
Participates in documentation and process improvement for full reimbursement Actively participates in obtaining all required documentation, improving processes, etc. in order to assure full reimbursement for services.
Day to day
Administers and documents medications and treatments Administers and documents medications/treatments safely and effectively.
Day to day
Assists physician with treatments and procedures Assists physician with treatments and procedures.
Day to day
Recognizes and intervenes in urgent changes in patient condition Recognizes change or urgent situations in patient condition and intervenes appropriately.
Day to day
Provides patient and family education on treatment, procedures and care between visits Provides patient and/or family with information relative to treatment plan, diagnostic/surgical procedures, disease process, and care between visits and after discharge.
Day to day
Provides leadership and direction toward departmental goals Provides leadership and direction in accordance with departmental goals and objectives.
Day to day
Provides oversight for LPN, tech and other associates Provides over sight for LPN, tech, and other associates as indicated.
Day to day
Completes timed equipment checks and documentation (AED, autoclave, glucometer, HBO chamber list) Completes all tasks and documentation accurately within set time frame related to AED check, autoclave, glucometer, HBO chamber list, etc.
Day to day
Maintains treatment rooms per policy Maintains treatment rooms as per policy.
Day to day
Keeps supplies stocked, organized and re-ordered Keeps supplies stocked and organized and re-orders as needed.
Day to day
Handles patient and physician correspondence, scheduling and referrals
Employment
Per diem, as needed Work Type: Per Diem As Needed

The workplace

CHRISTUS Health System
Health system employer

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
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  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Original listing

Posted on CHRISTUS Health System’s careers page.

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Summary

A healthcare professional that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates monitors and evaluates patient care activities under physician supervision. He/she has clinical and functional knowledge of the position for which they are accountable. He/She collaborates with other associates and departments effectively to promote high quality and effective care.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for effective management of patient care delivery by utilizing the nursing process. Completes and documents initial patient history, physical and chart documents within 24 hours of initial appointment.
  • Completes thorough assessment of patient pre and post wound care treatment according to department policy and procedures.
  • Initiates, updates documents and communicates an appropriate multidisciplinary plan of care based on patient needs; to include medical, psychosocial and spiritual.
  • Evaluates patient response to care, revises plan of care as necessary and documents appropriately.
  • Actively participates in obtaining all required documentation, improving processes, etc. in order to assure full reimbursement for services. Administers and documents medications/treatments safely and effectively. Assists physician with treatments and procedures.
  • Recognizes change or urgent situations in patient condition and intervenes appropriately.
  • Patient/Family

Education

Provides patient and/or family with information relative to treatment plan, diagnostic/surgical procedures, disease process, and care between visits and after discharge. Obtains required signed consent forms. Documents appropriate teaching, considering age, cultural and religious beliefs, and barriers to learning. Evaluates effectiveness of teaching and provides appropriate follow-up. Strong emphasis on nutrition.

  • Provides leadership and direction in accordance with departmental goals and objectives. Provides over sight for LPN, tech, and other associates as indicated.
  • Completes all tasks and documentation accurately within set time frame related to AED check, autoclave, glucometer, HBO chamber list, etc.
  • Maintains treatment rooms as per policy. Keeps supplies stocked and organized and re-orders as needed.
  • Responsible for patients and physician correspondence to include physician appointments, scheduling and rescheduling of patients, referrals, and scheduling of tests and procedures, etc.

Requirements

  • Associate's Degree in Nursing
  • RN License in state of employment or compact
  • BLS

Work Schedule

PRN

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed

What's around it?

In Marshall, TX

Marshall, TX

Living costs about 3% below the US average

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