RN Wound Care Full-time

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

 

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Washington Township  

  • Kettering Health Washington Township, formerly Southview Medical Center, has served the South Dayton, Ohio suburbs including Centerville, Kettering, West Carrollton, Moraine, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, and Waynesville for over 40 years. 

  • KH Washington Township is a 123 licensed-bed hospital and medical campus that is conveniently located off I-675.    

  • Our full-service hospital includes maternity care, emergency services, hand trauma center, and specialty services located within the adjacent medical offices.    

  • In 2020, KH Washington Township received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States. 

  • Received 5 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association. 

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Wound/Ostomy Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers. The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Network reflects the missions, vision, values and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments. Serves as a resource for nursing staff and other health care professionals regarding wound/ostomy/skin management and care.

 

Minimum EducationGraduate of an accredited school of nursingBachelor of Science in Nursing preferred (will consider qualified candidate working toward BSN completion – must be completed within 5 years of hire)

 

Minimum Work ExperienceAt least 2 years Med/Surg ExperiencePrevious wound/ostomy experience preferred but not required

 

Required Licenses[Ohio, United States] Registered NurseRegistered NurseLicensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse

 

Wound/Ostomy certification preferred at hire – if not, required to obtain within 3 years of hire

 

Required SkillsList the specific types of knowledge, skills and abilities the job requiresCommunication and collaboration skillsExcellent assessment skillsExperience with EPIC charting preferredExperienced and able to work independentlyPrioritization and patient triagePatient teaching experience preferredAbility to work in a fast-paced, acute hospital environmentPatience and Empathy

 

BLS is required.

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