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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Wound Care

Req #: 0000143887
Category: LPN
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Wound Care Center FT Days
Location:
MEDICAL OFFICE BLDG, 240 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

The position is for a Licensed Practical Nurse who will be trained as a wound care nurse as well as hyperbaric technician who utilizes the Nursing Process to plan, implement, direct, and evaluate patient care to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Graduated from an accredited school of Practical Nursing
  • Current New Jersey LPN license
  • Must attend a 40 hour hyperbaric technician course either in person or online
  • BLS Certification through American Heart Association only
  • Must have good inter personal and communication skills

Preferred:

  • Prior experience with billing and coding

Certifications and Licenses:

  • BLS certification through American Heart Association.
  • Current New Jersey LPN license

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Days 8:00AM 4:00PM
  • Monday - Friday
  • Full-Time (40 hrs)
  • Mandatory orientation

Essential Functions:

  • This individual will work in both areas of the wound center daily
  • In addition to these duties, wound care nurses often serve as advocates, wellness educators, and cheerleaders for their patients, especially for those who frequently require relatively painful procedures or surgeries
  • This specialty requires a combination of patience, empathy and ambition in order to stay up to date on best practices,

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer


RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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