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Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse

Relocation assistance available to nurses new to Legacy Health!

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity as a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse.

The Certified Wound Ostomy nurse (CWON) is responsible for managing patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting with ostomy, wound and/or complex skin management needs. Referrals come from providers, nurses and other health team members. The CWON assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care of these patients relative to their wound, ostomy and complex skin needs. The CWON provides expert consultation to team members, coordination of services and education for patients, families and the health team. The Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse is competent in the knowledge and skills in the following treatment and care:

Evaluation and treatment of chronic/acute wounds utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities (negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), post-operative surgical wound Is management, conservative sharp debridement, ultrasonic mist therapy)

Pre-Ostomy counseling and site marking

Minimum 1 year nursing experience in acute care or clinical setting caring for patients with complex skin, wound or ostomy needs; Demonstrated ability of positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community.

Current applicable state RN license required.

Current Wound, Ostomy Certification by the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) required.

BLS for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association required.

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