Registered Nurse- Wound Care- Per Diem
Manchester, New Hampshire
Who We Are:
Our Wound Center here at Elliot hospital follows the basic principles of successful wound care.
- Ask the right questions (refers to a complete and detailed history taking)
- Be thorough with your evaluation of causes of the wound
- Choose the correct modality of treatment
Following these basic principles, we have been able to significantly lower the average healing time and cost to well below the national average.
About the Job:
Delivers care to patients and families with needs ranging from basic to complex utilizing the nursing process. Creates a therapeutic and caring environment for patient and families. Practices in a manner consistent with the Elliot Hospital Interprofessional Practice model; the ANA’s Social Policy Statement, Scope and Standards of Practice, and the Nursing Code of Ethics; and relevant specialty standards of practice.
What You’ll Do:
- Embraces and promotes change to support optimal patient outcomes and an effective professional practice environment.
- Involves patient/family in goal setting and planning, and communicates that plan of care to patient and family for input; and to colleagues to ensure seamless care across shifts and settings.
- Demonstrates accountability for continued professional growth and development.
- Demonstrates accountability for own role in smooth operations of unit.
- Demonstrates the ability to recognize and manage rapidly changing situations.
- Utilizes current evidence and relevant national/specialty standards to guide practice and/or performance and identifies areas for improvement.
- Demonstrates competent clinical practice utilizing clinical decision-making and critical thinking skills.
Who You Are:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Nurses hired after May 2015 must have a Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a higher nursing degree, or commit to achieving the degree in a specified time.
- New Hampshire Registered Nurse or Compact State Registered Nurse License.
- Ability to obtain BCLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment.
- Nurses are expected to pursue professional certification upon eligibility or within three years of entering the specialty practice.
Work Schedule: MONDAY - FRIDAY; DAYS; PER-DIEM
Elliot Health System is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Career Development
The Elliot is committed to working with you to develop a rewarding career path that provides many opportunities for learning and growth.
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Living & Working in NH
NH is an economically strong region with a low cost of living, including no state sales or income tax, outstanding schools, and safe and vibrant communities in which to raise a family. We are located less than one hour from Boston, the Seacoast, and the White Mountains. The area is not only known for the premier medical and clinical excellence available but also for vast recreational opportunities for every lifestyle.
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Benefits
As an employee at Elliot Health System you are a valued member of a team that makes a higher level of care happen every day. We believe that you deserve the most affordable and comprehensive benefits we can provide. Please view our comprehensive list of benefits below.
