Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurse - Enterstomal Therapy - St. Vincent Medical Center

Mercy Health • Toledo, OH

145d

About The Position

The WOCN (ET Nurse Clinician) has current knowledge and skills related to Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing. Serves as Educator to patients with ostomies, wounds or incontinence and/or their families; educator to the nursing staff, ancillary personnel and community, and consultant. Provides care to neonates, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years acute care experience, specializing in Medical/Surgical or Critical Care nursing.
• Must possess the necessary analytical skills to assess needs and develop, implement and evaluate programs.
• Must have interpersonal, verbal and written skills necessary to effectively communicate patients and staff.
• Current RN License
• National certification as wound and ostomy nurse, (continence optional) within two years of acceptance of position if not certified at time of hire.
• 4 year Bachelors Degree in Nursing

Responsibilities

• Serves as Educator to patients with ostomies, wounds or incontinence and/or their families
• Educator to the nursing staff, ancillary personnel and community
• Consultant
• Provides care to neonates, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees