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*Description*

*Intro:*

At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.

Vassar Brothers Medical Center (VBMC) is a renowned, 349-bed regional medical center overlooking the Hudson River in Poughkeepsie, New York. As a tertiary teaching hospital and the healthcare leader in the Mid-Hudson Valley, we offer comprehensive, subspecialized medical, surgical, and obstetrical/gynecological services to the entire community.

Our accolades include:

* U.S. News & World Report - Best Regional Hospital

* Healthgrades - One of America’s 50 Best Hospitals

* Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) - Robotic Center of Excellence

At Vassar Brothers Medical Center, we inspire the professional growth of our team members and support a philosophy of shared decision-making. Everyone has a voice and plays a role in defining our future, which helps make this an amazing place to work. Through the strength of our health system and the passion of our team, we continue expanding our care to an even broader market. Our caregivers represent the community in which we work, and our commitment to everyone’s well-being is truly heartfelt.

*Summary*

Manages nursing and technical care for patients receiving wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Participates in providing direct patient care. Oversees the maintenance of standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Facilitates the utilization of wound and hyperbaric clinical practice guidelines at all professional levels. Coordinates clinical operations.

*Responsibilities*

1.Provides wound care services within scope of practice under the direction of a physician to ensure continuity of care.

2.Collaborates with physicians and directs nursing and HBO staff to ensure and maintain a high quality of care and excellent patient outcomes.

3.Responsible for functions such as; recruitment; hiring; coaching; and administering disciplinary policies. Responsible for goal-setting, on-going measurement of goals, completion of Performance Evaluations, administering the recognition program, and all other human resources programs.

4.Responsible for daily operations of Wound Care Center, including, but not limited to: scheduling of staff and coordinating of physician schedules; triaging resources to assure timely, quality care delivery; resolving equipment, information systems, and facility problems; responding to internal and external customer demands; and, collaborating with other hospital departments to coordinate patient care.

5.In collaboration with the Medical Director, facilitates departmental adherence to clinical standards of care.

6.Participates in operational budget process; keeps records on line items of responsibility; monitors and follows-up to resolve inaccuracies. Collaborates in the gathering and assessment of data to rectify and justify operational expenses and revenues.

7.Keeps current regarding advances in wound care, hyperbaric medicine and management by attending seminars and meetings relative to job function.

8.Researches and, as appropriate, introduces new wound care techniques and advanced technologies in wound care. Develops, adapts, and maintains an up-to-date, effective, and fiscally responsible wound care formulary and department supply inventory.

9.Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients, such as cardiac arrest or other emergencies.

10.Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

11.Performs other duties as assigned.

*Education Skills Experience*

* Bachelor's Level Degree

* Registered Nurse

* 5 years relevant RN experience

* Prior wound care or hyperbaric experience

* 2 years supervisory experience

*Essential:*

* Certified Hyperbaric RN

* Wound Ostomy Certified Nurse

* Bachelor's Level Degree

* Registered Nurse - 5 years relevant RN experience (2 years supervisory experience)

* Prior wound care or hyperbaric experience (preferred)

* Obtain Certified Hyperbaric RN (CHRN) within four (4) years from date of hire.

* Obtain Wound Ostomy Certified Nurse (WOCN) within six (6) years from date of hire

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Credentials:CHRN,WOCN

Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Org Unit: 1185

Department: Wound Care Ctr

Exempt: Yes

Salary Range: $59.84 - $111.12 Hourly

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.