Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse

Legacy Health•Tualatin, OR

13d•$58 - $86•Onsite

About The Position

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity as a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse.

Requirements

BSN required.
Minimum 1 year nursing experience in acute care or clinical setting caring for patients with complex skin, wound or ostomy needs; 2 years preferred.
Demonstrated ability of positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community.
Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
Current applicable state RN license required.
Current Wound, Ostomy Certification by the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) required.
BLS for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

Managing patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting with ostomy, wound and/or complex skin management needs.
Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of these patients relative to their wound, ostomy and complex skin needs.
Providing expert consultation to team members, coordination of services and education for patients, families and the health team.
Evaluation and treatment of chronic/acute wounds utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities (negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), post-operative surgical wound Is management, conservative sharp debridement, ultrasonic mist therapy).
Evaluation and treatment of draining and infected wounds and fistulas.
Pre-Ostomy counseling and site marking.
Post-Ostomy teaching and appliance selection.
Evaluation and treatment of peri-stomal skin problems.
Compression wraps for venous stasis and non-healing lower leg wounds.
Patient and family teaching.