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*Description*

*Title:* Clinical Coordinator - Norwalk Hospital Wound Care - Per Diem, Variable 8-hour shifts between 8:00am - 5:00pm.

*Required:* CT State RN license, BLS required. Associates Degree and a minimum experience of 3 years job related experience. Wound care or home care experience.

*Desired:* CWS or WOCN certification in wound care preferable. Documented experience in wound care and hyperbaric medicine. Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT), or Certified Hyperbaric RN (CHRN) preferred.

*Summary:*The Clinical Coordinator-Wound Care is responsible for performing assessment, discharge planning, resource utilization, program planning to meet the needs of all wound care patients. Clinical responsibilities also include but not limited to intervention per physician direction and patient education of their wound care management. Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy as needed.

*Responsibilities:*

1. Performs therapeutic modalities with an understanding of pathophysiology and indication for therapy. Takes appropriate action if such therapy is contraindicated or side effects develop. Uses diagnostic skills to assess patient care decisions.

2. Prepares, evaluates, and instructs patients in their wound management plan. Performs basic patient assessments, wound measurements and assessment, TCPO2 monitoring, ABI calculations, RPI calculations, photography, etc. Evaluates therapies and recommends appropriate therapies. Instructs patient in new therapies and allows for questions to verify understanding.

3. Charts information in the appropriate record in detail. Documentation includes, but is not limited to, wound care visit sheets, non-invasive diagnostic sheets, billing sheets, computer entry, insurance information, etc.

4. Performs tests accurately using proper techniques as outlined in the department protocols. Performs tests in a timely and efficient manner, and documents study results in a clear and accurate manner.

5. Provides safe administration of hyperbaric oxygen. Chooses and prepares proper equipment, implements therapy and monitors devices safely. Complies with infection control policies. Uses equipment safely, substituting and repairing as necessary. Takes care of equipment, identifies problems, and makes recommendations.

6. Effectively utilizes supplies and equipment. Maintains a safe wound care environment. Stocks exam rooms and orders necessary supplies for stockroom. Complies with infection control, aseptic and sterile techniques, hand washing and equipment changes. Assists in calibration of equipment, scheduled maintenance, and keeps a clean working environment. Troubleshoots equipment when necessary.

7. Special procedures: hyperbaric treatments, in-chamber TCPO2 monitoring, digital camera operation.

8. Provides instruction to nursing, medical staff, patients, family members and students. Provides appropriate instruction based on scientific fact and/or experience.

9. Other duties and procedures as requested by the section. Meets the requested requirements of the section.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

*Other Information:*

*Required:* Associates Degree and a minimum experience of 3 years job related experience. Wound care or home care experience. CT State RN license, BLS required.

*Desired:* CWS or WOCN certification in wound care preferable. Documented experience in wound care and hyperbaric medicine.Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT), or Certified Hyperbaric RN (CHRN) preferred.

Salary Range: $45.29 - $84.11 hourly (pay per years of relative experience)

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.