RN Wound Ostomy

Afternoon/Evening 1:00p.m. to 9p.m. About Royal Oak Hospital Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #2 hospital in Michigan and one of the top hospitals in the country. It is a major academic and referral center with Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma designations. The advanced capabilities and clinical expertise within this center have earned it Magnet designation four consecutive times and has the distinct honor of housing Michigan's first Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence. Scope of work The hospital based Wound Clinician serves as a clinical resource and consultant for the acute care of in patients with disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems. The care extends to those with acute and chronic wounds (for example, complex draining wounds, fistulae, pressure injury, vascular ulcers), ostomies, percutaneous tubes and continence disorders. Professional responsibilities are carried out through direct patient care, clinical consultation, education, research and administration. General duties/responsibilities Utilizes the nursing process when directing or delivering care to patients with WOC needs including assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning and implementation (e.g., coordination of care delivery, health teaching and promotion, consultation), and evaluation. Utilizes and maintains current physical, psychosocial, clinical assessment, and therapeutic communication skills to determine individual patient needs and expected outcomes. Participates in committees or task forces related to wound, ostomy, and continence issues. Wound/skin care Provides consultation for individuals with altered skin integrity (e.g., pressure injuries, draining wounds, fistulae) to develop individualized plans of care and attain expected outcomes. Provides guidance to staff in implementing protocols to identify, control, or eliminate etiologic factors for skin breakdown, including selection of appropriate support surfaces. Provides appropriate education to patients, caregivers, and staff regarding skin care, wound management, care of percutaneous tubes, and draining wound/fistulae management. Provides consultation for negative pressure wound therapy, (including subsequent dressing changes) provides collaborative care which includes patient's next care setting. WOC care by providing the following: Formal or informal continuing education programs. Orientation sessions. Collaborative practice committees. Nursing councils. Attends continuing education programs related to WOC nursing to maintain current knowledge and skills. Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree BSN 2 years of relevant experience Two to four years of recent, relevant nursing experience. Preferred Wound Care, Certified (WCC) - NAWCO National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy Upon Hire required Or Wound Ostomy Nurse , Certified (CWON) - WOCNCB Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board Upon Hire required or within TWO years of hire. Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross required How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here . On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak Department Name Nursing Operations Wound Ostomy - Royal Oak Hosp Employment Type Full time Shift Evening (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Sunday Weekend Frequency Variable weekends Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment op #J-18808-Ljbffr spectrumhealth