SJHSYR_Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse_3004

Trinity Health

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Wound Ostomy Nurse is a Registered Nurse specialist that provides direct patient care, to coordinate, deliver, and evaluate patients with wounds and ostomies, or are at risk for skin breakdown. Other duties include performance improvement, data collection and working with supply chain management to consult on materials. Specialized training includes certification in wound and ostomy.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.
• Baccalaureate Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing required.
• Minimum of four years’ experience in acute care nursing.
• Maintains all licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements.
• Participates in continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience is desirable.
• Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area preferred.
• Wound Ostomy Nurse or Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for collaboration, communication & facilitation of optimal provision of care supporting management of wound, skin and ostomy care.
• Consult to recommend best practice for complex wounds, ostomies and preservation of skin.
• Data collection and reporting quality outcomes to performance improvement.
• Monitor quality metrics specific to the department & ensure complete & accurate documentation in the patient record.
• Works with interdisciplinary team of hospitalist physicians, clinical affiliates, nursing, care managers, nutrition, Rehab services, and pharmacy.
• Utilize clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills & the principles of case management & adult education to coordinate, implement & support the plan of care.
• Ensure a seamless, effective, efficient transition of care across the continuum.
• Act as 1) mentor; 2) clinician; 3) educator; 4) consultant/collaborator; and 5) navigator.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available through Trinity Health, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, education assistance, onsite fitness center and option for daily pay.
• A robust education program
• A generous tuition reimbursement allowance
• Clinical ladder incentives to support career growth.
• Job share opportunities to promote flexibility, satisfaction, and continuous development.
• Scheduling options to balance work/life/school and recreational calendars.
• On campus parking for only $6/pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees