RN Wound Clinic - Hamilton - Hyperbaric & Wound Care - FT/First Shift

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Hamilton

• Kettering Health Hamilton, formerly Fort Hamilton Hospital, has been serving the Hamilton community for over 90 years.
• Leads the way to better health in the Butler County area, serving patients from Fairfield, Oxford, Cincinnati, Middletown, and surrounding communities.
• KH Hamilton offerings include maternity, emergency, the most advanced wound healing in Butler County, and a range of outpatient services.
• In 2020, KH Hamilton received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Full-service, community hospital licensed for 203 beds.
• In 2020, KH Hamilton received several awards from Healthgrades:
  • America’s 250 Best Hospitals (2018-2020)
  • America’s 100 Best Pulmonary Care (2018-2020)
  • Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award (2020)

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers. The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies of the organization and nursing departments. Must have excellent assessment skills and be able to make independent judgment of patient care plan.

The Registered Nurse reports to the Clinical Nurse Supervisor of the Wound Center.

• Holds self and others accountable for safety by ensuring appropriate procedures and guidelines are followed.
• Responsive to coaching and feedback for improvement; demonstrates continued progress by improving competencies, skill development, and applying learning.
• Demonstrates appropriate judgment and thinking skills for situations.
• Attends (or reviews via HealthStream) a minimum of three Town Hall meetings.
• Provides appropriate wound care treatments as ordered.
• Oversees work of wound care technicians.
• Utilizes wound center resources efficiently.
• Instructs/educates patients in chronic wound care, treatment, and issues related to diagnosis.
• Uses proper aseptic and/or sterile technique where appropriate. Instructs patients in infection control.
• Assists patients in obtaining resources to support successful wound healing.
• Assists patients in insurance qualifications for care.
• Works with Home Care agencies, ECF’s, Diagnostics, and Physicians for Continuity of Care.
• Exercises good judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures.

Minimum Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse. New graduates from non-accredited programs may be considered if they had a clinical rotation at a network hospital.
• Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred.
• A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course.

Required Licenses

Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Ohio.

Required Skills

• BLS certification.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS as determined by unit scope of practice.
• Wound Care Certification is required within 4 years of hire, or within 4 years of notification for current employees.
• Maintains current nursing competency in wound care, hyperbaric therapy (if applicable), infection control/blood borne pathogens, and hazardous materials.
• Working knowledge of EMR / EPIC.
• Above average communication skills. Able to establish rapport with patients and families.