Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Wound Center
Company: Hartford Healthcare
Location: Stratford
Posted on: January 13, 2021
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Job Description:
Description Job Schedule: Full TimeStandard Hours: 40Job Shift:
Shift 1Shift Details: Monday-Friday, variable hours between
7:30am-6:30pm Work where every moment--matters.Every day, almost
25,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in
common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We
invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive
healthcare network. St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport has
more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching
hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a
large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for
adults and children. St. Vincent's is the first hospital in
Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare
network, and is the system's second-largest hospital.Job
Summary:Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, and within the
context of the Nursing Professional Practice Framework, the LPN
provides quality and cost-effective direct care for
patients/families within a unit, service or other primary area of
practice. Collaborates with members of health care team to assist
patients in achieving established outcomes of care. Reports to
Nurse Manager. Essential Functions/Responsibilities: * Under the
direction of the RN/Provider, provides wound-related patient care
according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved and hospital
protocols, policies and procedures.* May assist with intake and
discharge.* May provide assistance with case management under the
direction of RN, in accordance with state regulations.* Gathers
patient information.* Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for
the RN or provider.* Reports quality of care issues to Clinical
Nurse Manager.* Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties,
as needed, after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric
training.* May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after
completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director
training.* Prepares educates and orients patients about the
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. This includes lifting or transferring
patients per local policy, getting them ready for treatment
administration and answering their questions.* Administers the
hyperbaric oxygen therapy as prescribed by the Provider. This
includes monitoring and controlling the performance of the
hyperbaric chamber equipment, as well as monitoring the patient's
responses during the session and making proper adjustments to
ensure patients safety.* Makes appropriate data entries for daily
hyperbaric treatments and wound care clinic visits.* Performs other
duties as delegated.Additional Required Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities: * Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support).*
Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management
skills.* Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for
healthcare organizations.* Strong interpersonal, listening, as well
as oral and written communication skills.* Ability to multi-task
and to work in a fast-paced environment.* Ability to work with
others and in a team environment.* Problem solving skills.* Ability
to stay calm in all situations.* Working knowledge of computerized
nursing systems.Qualifications * Wound care experience highly
preferred.* Minimum of two years nursing experience in clinical
specialty area.Education:* High School Diploma or General Education
Development (GED).* Graduate from an accredited practical nursing
program/state approved educational program.* Associates degree in
Nursing or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - preferred.Licensure /
Certification / Registration:* Current Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of
practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the
position.* Two (2) or more years' experience as LPN/LVN, to include
one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting.We take great care of
careers.With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers
exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you
are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring
new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education
to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving
organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a
competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
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