WOC Nurse Specialist

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward‑thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We are a Magnet hospital, honored five times for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our region. Our hospitals have received an "A" grade on The Leapfrog Group Safety Grade, the highest grade in patient safety. Responsibilities Provides, coordinates, and ensures expert patient care utilizing the nursing process for patients across the lifespan with ostomies, fistulas, acute or chronic wounds, pressure ulcers, and continence disorders. Provides direct care and education to patients, significant others, and peers. Acts as a resource to nurses, physicians, and other health‑care team members in the management of patients with, but not limited to, ostomies, wounds, incontinence, and patients at risk for skin‑integrity impairment. Functions autonomously in the provision of direct and indirect patient care and other related activities for designated groups of patients. Participates in and applies research, utilizing current national guidelines to promote evidence‑based practice in the care of patients with wounds, ostomies, and/or continence disorders. Participates in the evaluation, selection, and recommendation of support surfaces, therapy beds, specialty beds, and equipment for pressure redistribution and the care of patients requiring advanced care for altered skin integrity and other complex medical issues. Serves as a specialized resource in the prevention, treatment, and care of patients with simple and complex wounds and/or pressure ulcers. Utilizes specialty expertise in the management and care of patients with or requiring ostomies and/or having continence‑related problems and issues. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in an accredited WOCN program. 2 years of experience in an acute care or requisite nursing experience. BLS – Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association. Upon hire, CWOCN – Certified Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse within 1 year OR CWON – Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse within 1 year. RN – Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania. Preferred Qualifications Experience with the management of complex wounds, pressure ulcers, ostomies, and continence disorders. Knowledge of current national guidelines and best practices in wound care. Physical Demands Lift and carry 40–50 lbs; push/pull patients on bed or stretcher requires 29 lbs. push force; lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing and walking; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift. Perform activities such as kneeling, bending, squatting, and CPR as required by role. Job Description Disclaimer This position description provides the major duties, responsibilities, requirements, and working conditions for the position. It is intended to accurately reflect the current role; however, management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, we provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or other protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Location & Schedule Work Shift: Day Shift (M–F; 0800–1630) Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest Position Type: On‑site Additional Information For more information, view the video at Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, employees, or any other organization location. The network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes. #J-18808-Ljbffr