JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the direct care of patients receiving wound care and hyperbaric therapy to include nursing skills, wound treatments and IV therapy. Reports to Hyperbaric Director. Non-exempt position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs Registered Nurse duties within the RN scope of practice.
• Performs initial clinical assessment on patient’s first wound care visit and adjusts plan of care according to changes in patients condition under the direction of the physician.
• Collaborates with patient/significant others/other team members in developing a holistic plan of care.
• Prepares hyperbaric chambers in accordance with safety and operational policies and procedures. Completes Pre/Post hyperbaric checklists.
• Assesses patient to ensure that safety procedures for patients undergoing wound care and hyperbaric therapy are followed.
• Continuously monitors patients undergoing treatment in hyperbaric chambers.
• Follows policies and procedures for cleaning and decontamination of hyperbaric chambers.
• Orients patient and significant others to the physical layout of the department.
• Responsible for directing and coordinating all nursing care for patients based on evidence established by nursing practice standards.
• Formulates plan of care that is individualized according to patient’s needs on admission.
• Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
• Ensures all diagnostic tests received between visits are documented and called to physician as necessary.
• Addresses patient and family concerns and directs concerns to director, and/or patient advocate as needed.
• Documents orders and notes orders timely and accurately.
• Ensures patient charges are documented.
• Provides an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.
• Continually monitors and assesses patient for changes in patient condition and calls physician when needed.
• Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, and includes family in teaching as appropriate.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

Holds current Registered Nurse license in the state of Texas

Current BLS for healthcare professional required. ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Two (2) years general health care preferred

Previous Hyperbaric experience preferred.

Introductory course in Hyperbarics preferred and required within 6 months of hire.

Required Skills

Must possess superior ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred.

Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service.

Must possess high degree of organization and be able to multi-task efficiently and effectively.

Advanced computer knowledge required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Functional Job Requirements:

Job requirements include, but are not limited to: sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, squatting and reaching. Requires good finger dexterity, repetitive motions with hands and fingers. Requires ability to have good vision and hearing. Pushing and pulling equipment may be necessary.

Lifting Requirements

Job requires heavy lifting on an occasional basis.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising the job duties.