Registered Nurse (Wound Care)
Duration: 13 Week Contract with potential for renewals
Location: Chicago, IL
RN Job Summary
The Registered Nurse promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members.
RN Responsibilities
• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled patients
• Diagnose and establish patient treatment plans
• Monitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behavior
• Communicate with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient care
• Educate patients about health maintenance and disease prevention
• Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities
• Maintain accurate patient medical records
• Provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members
Required Skills
• State RN License
Preferred Skills
• Wound Care experience, specifically NPWT (Genadyne or KCI)