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PeaceHealth is seeking a RN Foot Care for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $49.64 – $74.46. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

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Provides professional nursing direct patient care for patients with foot care needs in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Provides both education and clinical interventions that promote patient independence and self-care.

Details of the position:

+ Provide routine foot care services to patients with high-risk foot conditions.

+ Performs nail debridement and debulking, reduction of hyperkeratotic lesions and preventative management of recurrent foot issues.

+ Use and knowledge of the podiatry drill.

+ Assess patient and develop plan of care. Documents patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards. Communicates with health care team to support case management of patients.

+ Develops, delivers, and evaluates education programs for patients, staff and community. Serves as resource to physicians, staff and community.

+ Ensures own professional effectiveness through education and professional development.

+ Product recommendation and involvement in committees and projects in area of expertise.

+ Responsible for outpatient clinic services as they pertain to scheduling, treatment, billing and infection control.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

+ Bachelor of Science Preferred: Nursing.

+ Minimum of 1 year Required: In an acute care facility or successful completion of a training course/orientation and standard competencies within six months of hire. and

+ Preferred: Foot care experience and/or diabetic patient education preferred.

+ Required Upon Hire: Registered Nurse In state of practice and

+ Required within 2-1/2 yrs: Certified Foot Care Nurse Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board or

+ Required within 2-1/2 yrs: Certified Foot Care Specialist American Foot Care Nurses Association and

+ Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support

Department / Location Specific Notes

Cottage Grove:

+ Foot care certification upon hire preferred.

+ Preference may also be given to candidates who are willing to work shifts in the RN Wound Care Specialist job as well. Certified Wound Specialist (American Board of Wound Management), Wound Care Certified (National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy), or Certified Wound Care Nurse (Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board) required within 1.5 years to work as an RN Wound Care Specialist at PeaceHealth.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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