Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Care

Job Type: Full Time | Days

Schedule: 7:30 AM- 4:00 PM

Your experience matters

Saline Memorial Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Wound Care RN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join our team and make a meaningful impact inpatient care every day. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Wound Care LPN who is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and improving patient outcomes. You will help the RN’s with providing comprehensive nursing care, including but not limited to advanced wound care for patients across the lifespan, as well as other clinical activities that support safe, high-quality patient care. This role follows all WHC policies and procedures, established care protocols, and Diversified Clinical Services Practice Guidelines, working in collaboration with physicians and under the direction of a Registered Nurse when applicable.

How you'll contribute

A Wound Care RN who excels in this role:

• The RN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients served on his/her assigned unit as described in unit based competencies, policies and procedures.

• In collaboration with other staff members, provides bedside patient care, implementing the interventions identified in the plan of care, as directed by physician.

• Ensure appropriate patient care documentation.

• Implement and assure compliance with wound center and hospital policies and procedures.

• Maintain familiarity with regulatory standards.

• Report quality of care issues to clinical manager or Program Director.

• Ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies.

• Communicates with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

• Education: Associate’s Degree Required

• License: Current RN to practice in the state.

• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Certifications: BCLS or within one week of hire/transfer

• At least 1 year in Wound Care experience required

More about Saline Memorial Hospital

Saline Memorial Hospital is a 177-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Benton, Arkansas community for over 70 years. We work with 180 active and consulting physicians and operate seven clinics. We are proud to be recognized by The Joint Commission, American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center Accreditation, MBSAQIP, Optum, CARF, and AASM.

At Saline Memorial Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

EEOC Statement

"Saline Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Saline Memorial Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.