Wound Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associates Nursing (RN Diploma, ASN or ADN) required.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical RN experience required.
• Current licensure or licensure eligible as an RN in the state of WV.
• Wound, Ostomy, and/or Continence Nursing Certification required within 24 months of hire.
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required.
• New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
• Computer literacy required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meets all requirements of a RN Level II.
• Accurately assesses all wound, ostomy, and continence patients.
• Documents all pertinent wound/ostomy/continence information in the medical record. This includes, but is not limited to, wound measurements, descriptions, photographs, current treatment regimen, and interventions in place.
• Accurately inputs charges for procedures in the medical record.
• Uses critical thinking skills and evidence-based practice in the evaluation and selection of patient care products.
• Demonstrates proficiency with the application of wound dressings.
• Demonstrates proficiency with the evaluation of ostomies and ostomy appliances.
• Professionally communicates with and educates the patient care team.
• Professionally communicates with and educates the patient and their family or other caregivers.
• Collaborates with the patient care team and establishes a plan of care using evidenced based practice. This also includes discharge planning, education, and DME supplies.
• Serves as a consultant and nurse expert providing evidence-based guidance and instruction on complex wound, ostomy and continence issues to peers, hospital committees, other entities, and home health agencies.
• Seeks out or maintains certification.
• Actively participates in continuing education and stays abreast of best practices in the field.

Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account for childcare
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Professional development
• Discounts to on-campus dining