Clinical Nurse Consultant - Wound Nurse PRN

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium Anchorage, AK, US

Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
Discounted Pet Insurance
Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
Eleven Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
Emergency Travel Assistance
Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary

Under general supervision the Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) facilitates a multidisciplinary and collaborative approach in the provision of healthcare within a specialty area. The Wound CNC is a “clinical expert” in evidence-based nursing practice as related to treatment and management of wounds. With responsibility for monitoring and sustaining excellence in the provision of nursing care through the support and development of clinical standards of practice, implementation of education, and establishing competency for staff members, the Wound CNC will demonstrate a firm knowledge base and clinical expertise, function as a clinical resource, conduct and facilitate patient care consultation, and assess the impact of appropriate practice on patient outcomes. The Wound CNC will work closely and collaboratively with all disciplines to establish and provide collegial relationships that benefit our staff, patients and the community.

Responsibilities

Works closely with all nursing staff to provide and evaluate hands on patient care. Assesses patients and provides recommendations for treatment of all wounds and skin disorders as requested by physician order. Implements interventions as agreed upon by provider and educates bedside nurse in wound management. Rounds on patients and provides clinical oversight to management of wounds. Consultant responsibilities: Enhances the quality of patient care by providing consultation to bedside nurses and care providers. Enhances the quality of the nurse experience by providing expert guidance, problem solving, and assistance with developing plan of care as it relates to wound care. Maintains up to date knowledge of best practice in wound care and leads efforts to keep nursing and treatment strategies in line with evidence-based practice. Assess needs, develops plans, and leads performance improvement projects that decrease development of pressure injuries and wound complications. Demonstrates effective leadership skills when planning, problem solving, and evaluating nursing practice as it relates to specialty area. Works cohesively as part of the Acute Care administrative team to maintain clinical alignment with Inpatient and Organizational goals and expectations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Information

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

Knowledge of professional nursing principles, practices, concepts, and procedures as applied to skin and wound.

Knowledge of culture and diversity of the Native population.

Knowledge of relevant educational content and appropriate methods of delivery and the ability to develop and facilitate relevant and effective education for adult learners.

Knowledge on collecting pertinent information related to potential educational needs of the nurse, assess this data to determine the target audience and the learner needs, implement the program and evaluate a program and revise as necessary.

Knowledge of variety of treatment and management options as it relates to skin and wound care including but not limited to: pressure/support surfaces & tools for prevention, bed options, skin care products, wound management supplies & products. As it relates to specialty area:

Skill in assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care and plan of care is patient/family-centered, developmentally and age-appropriate, and culturally relevant.

Skill in initiating prevention strategies, interventions, and treatments of skin disorders and wound management.

Skills to develop activities to facilitate learners’ achievement of the educational objectives.

Skills to ensure planned educational activities are implemented and the knowledge to conduct comprehensive evaluations of all educational activities.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Associate Degree in Nursing

Minimum Experience Qualification

Non-supervisory – Two (2) years registered nurse experience which demonstrates leadership skills and ability to work within a team environment, effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, data analysis and research interpretation skills, and computer/word processing skills.

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

Current registered nurse license in the State of Alaska and remain active with all annual licensing requirements.

Current Basic Life Support card required.

Certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse (CWOCN) certification from Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) or Wound Care Certified (WCC) and Ostomy Management Specialist (OMS) from the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy Certification Board (NAWCCB), required within 24 months of start of position.

Preferred Education Qualification

Bachelors of Science in Nursing

Preferred Experience Qualification

2 years as an RN with direct wound and ostomy care.

Preferred Certification Qualification

National certification is preferred.

Additional Requirements

Work involves the potential for exposure to infectious diseases.

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I ndependently use resources (CDC, JCO, NIOSH, ACIP, Infection Control and Medical Director) to make sound decisions on plan of care for employees. E MPLOYEE HEALTH NURSE III D uties of Employee Health Nurse II. T rain and mentor new hire Employee Health RNs and LPNs I and II. M ember of Safer Sharps work group. Able to analyze BBP exposure data for trends, educational opportunities and product evaluation needs. M ay assume responsibility for the Manager in their absence. Other Information KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS Knowledge of nursing science, principles, techniques, and procedures for the care of employees. Knowledge of healthcare terminology, anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease. Knowledge of professional protocols and practices in employee health. Knowledge of laws and regulations that govern occupational and environmental health and safety. Knowledge in Occupational Health. Skilled in excellent customer service. Skilled in assessing and prioritizing multiple requests by employees. Skilled in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with entire workforce. Skilled in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications. Skilled in working effectively under stress, meeting deadlines and coordinating several simultaneous activities. MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION E MPLOYEE HEALTH NURSE I A ssociates Degree in Nursing. Progressively responsible professional work-related experience, education, or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education. E MPOYEE HEALTH NURSE II/III A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. Progressively responsible professional/exempt work experience and an Associate’s of Nursing degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education. mInimum Experience Qualification E MPOYEE HEALTH NURSE I None E MPOYEE HEALTH NURSE II Non-supervisory – Three (3) years of related work experience, An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience. E MPOYEE HEALTH NURSE III Non-Supervisory - Five (5) years of related work experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience. MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION A ll C urrent registered nurse license in the State of Alaska and remain active with all annual licensing requirements . C urrent Basic Life Support card required. E MPOYEE HEALTH NURSE III C ertification in Occupational Health: Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN). PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION N /A Preferred Experience Qualification O ccupational health or employee health nursing experience. PREFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION C ertified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN). a Dditional Requirements M ust have a valid driver’s license.

Wound Care

Full-time

12 hours ago

Wound Nurse

Virginia Beach Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Virginia Beach, VA

Wound Nurse - Virginia Beach Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Join our team at Virginia Beach Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, where our passion is our patients' success! As a Wound Nurse, you will play a vital role in developing, implementing, and supervising our day-to-day wound care program, ensuring the highest level of care for our patients. About the Role: As a Wound Nurse, you will: Develop and implement wound care programs in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, and procedures Provide direct nursing care to patients with wounds, including assessment, treatment, and education Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and develop personalized treatment plans Maintain accurate and timely documentation of wound care treatments and patient progress Participate in wound care meetings, quality assurance programs, and facility committees to improve patient care and outcomes Additional Requirements: One year of previous long-term care experience is preferred Active, unencumbered licensure as a RN/ LPN in the state of employment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong ability to make independent decisions and work without direct supervision Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government personnel, and the public Must be knowledgeable of computer systems and applications Knowledge of equipment used in long-term care (e.g., lifts, wheelchairs, Geri chairs, and scales) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday Excellent customer service focus Our Facility: Virginia Beach Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is a state-of-the-art facility located in beautiful Virginia Beach, just a few miles from several major hospitals. We offer a warm and welcoming environment, with modern gathering spaces, Wi-Fi throughout the building, and bright, well-lit rooms. Our therapy team is unmatched in the area, with over 175 years of combined experience delivering successful outcomes. Benefits: Competitive salary (to be discussed during interview process) Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced team Collaborative and supportive work environment Professional development and growth opportunities If you are a compassionate and skilled Wound Nurse looking for a new opportunity, we encourage you to apply to this exciting role. Join our team at Virginia Beach Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center and help us continue to provide exceptional care to our patients. Apply now to become a part of our dynamic team!