Registered Specialty Nurse - Wound Ostomy
About The Position
The Wound Ostomy Registered Nurse has authority, responsibility and accountability for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of wound and ostomy care throughout UAMS. This role functions primarily as a consultant, providing direct patient care and education to selected patients, and is responsible for staff development and product recommendations in areas of expertise. The nurse maintains records and statistics reflecting role performance and participates in UAMS-wide committees and projects. Additionally, the position involves providing independent consultation for wound/ostomy patients, following protocols and treatment plans for various skin issues, and reviewing patient care based on evidence-based practice. Collaboration with physicians for coordination of care and discharge planning is essential. The nurse educates staff on prevention and treatment of skin issues (assessment, intervention, evaluation) and ostomy care, including the placement of Wound Vacs as ordered by a physician and monitoring for proper utilization of Specialty Beds. The role also includes assisting staff in maintaining current knowledge and competence, data collection/tracking/surveillance, assisting in policy/procedure/protocol development, conducting product evaluations for quality and cost-effectiveness, and managing related programs/projects. The individual must be adaptable to multiple demands, use sound judgment, adhere to ethical standards, champion new initiatives, and demonstrate strong communication skills.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing
- 3 or more years of nursing experience
- Current licensure as RN
- Strong leadership skills, ability to manage conflict in a variety of situations
- Strong customer service orientation
- Superior organizational skills
- Advanced communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to align and motivate key process stakeholders, including nurses, physicians, and other clinical/administrative staff
- Strong skills in MS Office and database software
- Experience in Medical Record System
- Experience in Clinical Documentation
- Experience in Quality Monitoring and Analysis
- Knowledgeable in Infection Control principles and guidelines
- Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR)
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Nursing or related field
- Graduation from an accredited WOC Nursing Education Program
- 5 or more years of nursing/leadership experience in an academic, acute care institution
- National Board certification in Wound and or Wound/Ostomy nursing
- Knowledge in Epic Medical Record System
Responsibilities
- Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of wound and ostomy care throughout UAMS
- Functions primarily as a consultant
- Provides direct patient care and education to selected patients
- Provides for staff development in areas of expertise
- Responsible for product recommendations in areas of expertise
- Maintains records and statistics reflecting role performance
- Participates in UAMS-wide committees and projects as indicated
- Provides independent consultation for wound/ostomy patients
- Follows protocols and treatment plans to evaluate and treat a variety of skin issues in the clinical setting
- Reviews patient care and makes recommendations based on evidence-based practice
- Collaborates with physician as needed for coordination of care and discharge planning
- Educates staff on prevention and treatment of skin issues (assessment, intervention, evaluation) and ostomy care
- Placement of Wound Vacs as ordered by physician
- Monitoring for proper utilization of Specialty Beds
- Assists staff to maintain current knowledge and competence in areas of wound and ostomy care
- Data collection/ Tracking/Surveillance
- Assists in development and/or revision of policy/procedure/protocols as needed regarding wound and ostomy care
- Participates in committee work
- Conducts product evaluations when indicated to ensure evidence-based
- Analyzes stock items for appropriate admissions/deletions to assure quality and cost-effectiveness of products used for wound/ostomy care
- Manages/coordinates programs/projects related to wound and ostomy care
- Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities
- Uses sound judgement and adheres to Code of Ethics and Business Standards
- Champions new initiatives; acts as a catalyst for change and manages implementation effectively
- Identifies goals and vision for the team
- Demonstrates exemplary written and communication skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
