RN-Wound & Ostomy-Hospital for Restorative Care-DAYS

Wound/Ostomy Nurse

The Wound/Ostomy nurse is a registered nurse who has demonstrated expertise, depth of knowledge, competence, and skills in the practice of wound and/or ostomy care. This role requires collaboration with clients, nursing staff, administration, medical staff, and other members of the healthcare team.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school
• BSN

Experience

• Three years of clinical experience

License/Registration/Certifications

• Licensed to practice nursing in South Carolina
• Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse (CWON)

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

N/A

Preferred Experience

Five years of clinical experience

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (CWOCN)

• BLS Certification

Core Job Responsibilities

• Completes and coordinates patient assessment, providing hands-on expert care
• Coordinates and implements plans of care
• Develops and monitors outcomes based on plans of care
• Develops and presents educational programs and materials to clients and staff to support competent wound and/or ostomy care facility-wide and in the community
• Complies with established policies and procedures
• Demonstrates knowledge of professional nursing practice and theory
• Assures continuity of care through effective decision making resulting in quality patient care
• Documents all aspects of patient care by following established charting procedure to show the patient's progress or any change in the patient's condition
• Other duties as assigned