Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse

Legacy Health•Portland, OR

1d•$58 - $86•Onsite

About The Position

Relocation assistance is available for nurses new to Legacy Health. The Legacy nursing philosophy centers on patients and their families, with nurses acting as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers, and caregivers. Their expertise is valued by the healthcare team, and they are considered the face of wellness at Legacy. This opportunity is for a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse. The Certified Wound Ostomy nurse (CWON) manages patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings who have ostomy, wound, and/or complex skin management needs. Referrals originate from providers, nurses, and other health team members. The CWON assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care related to their wound, ostomy, and complex skin requirements. They provide expert consultation to team members, coordinate services, and offer education to patients, families, and the health team. Services span both inpatient and outpatient settings. The Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse possesses competence in the knowledge and skills for the following treatments and care: * Evaluation and treatment of chronic/acute wounds using evidence-based modalities such as negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), post-operative surgical wound management, conservative sharp debridement, and 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. * Application of compression wraps for venous stasis and non-healing lower leg wounds. * Patient and family teaching.

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 patients relative to their wound, ostomy and complex skin needs.
Providing expert consultation to team members.
Coordinating services.
Educating 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.
Applying compression wraps for venous stasis and non-healing lower leg wounds.
Patient and family teaching.