Nurse - Wound Clinic
Company: Family Health Centers of San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Impact Lives, Impact CommunityFamily Health Centers of San Diego
(FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to
all, especially underserved communities with limited health care
options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50
years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest
community health systems in the country. With over 62 sites, over
227,000 patients, and over 417,000 visits last year, we provide a
wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse
patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting
community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our
staff.Provide comprehensive wound care and education to patients
with chronic wounds, ensuring optimal healing outcomes and patient
comfort.Job RolesConduct basic wound assessments, including
measurement and staging.Good understanding of underlying factors
impairing wound healing (e.g. chronic venous insufficiency,
peripheral arterial disease, diabetic neuropathy, etc.) to
facilitate patient education in their disease process and
treatment.Monitor wound progress and response to treatment, and
report same to NP.Educate patients, families, and caregivers on
proper wound care techniques, prevention strategies, and signs of
wound deterioration.Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare
team members, including physicians, physical therapists, and
nutritionists, to optimize patient outcomes.Adhere to infection
control protocols and ensure a safe, clean environment for wound
care procedures.Stay informed about best practices in wound care
management through continuing education and professional
development.Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at
enhancing wound care services and patient satisfaction.Performs a
wide variety of patient care activities and accommodative services
for assigned Wound clinic patients, as directed by the Wound
Clinician (NP, PA, DO, MD) and/or Director of Nursing, to
facilitate the delivery of prompt, quality care.Completes all
required documentation in the electronic health record accurately,
in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department
standards.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements:Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN), licensed
in the state of California.Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)
preferred.Certification in wound care nursing (WCC, CWOCN, or
equivalent) preferred, but not required.Minimum of two years of
clinical experience in wound care nursing is requiredRewards:Job
type: Regular Part-timeCompetitive Salary with Excellent
BenefitsRetirement Plan with Employer MatchPaid Time Off, Extended
Sick Leave and Paid HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life
InsuranceEmployee Discounts and Wellness ProgramsThe successful
candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine
and providing culturally competent care to the medically
underserved.In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to
share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe
benefits or potential bonuses.32.34-53.76If you are hired at Family
Health Centers of San Diego, your final base salary compensation
will be determined based on factors such as geographic location,
jurisdictional requirements, skills, education, and/or experience.
In addition to these factors - we believe in the importance of pay
equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as
a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range
mentioned above is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role.
Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to
allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a
generous compensation and benefits package (more information on our
benefits offerings is available here: FHCSD Wellness - Employee Hub
(gobenefits.net)
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