NP Oncology Wound Care Part-time
Sturdy Memorial Hospital

Wound, Ostomy & Continence Nurse (WOCN)

Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA 02703, US
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Under the general direction of the Sr. Director of Inpatient Services, is a consultant for wound, fistula management, ostomy continence care and education. The WOCN is a resource for the ordering and proper utilization of specialty pressure redistribution products. Works within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Complies with the hospital and nursing standards in the performance of the job duties and responsibilities. The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse is responsible for providing the educational resources necessary to prepare and maintain the competencies of the unit based direct care staff for the provision of safe, quality patient care, in accordance with Hospital policy and standards. S/he contributes to increasing Nursing’s body of knowledge and improving standards of nursing care. The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse collaborates with other health care professionals in coordinating patient-focused care that is seamless, cost effective and outcome oriented.

Job Description

Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:

  • Minimum of 5-10 years of current clinical experience

  • Must possess a sound knowledge of nursing principles, procedures, and standards of practice as determined by state and federal regulations.

  • Minimum 2 – 5 years of educational experience in an acute care or academic organization or demonstrated expertise in a clinically equivalent role. 

  • Proficiency in communication skills (both written and verbal)

  • Demonstrated experience in clinical teaching

  • Knowledge of evidence-based clinical research current findings and resources

  • Knowledge of process improvement strategies

  • Demonstrated ability and effective organizational skills to coordinate and manage projects/departmental initiatives

  • Experience with data collection and interpretation of quality performance measures

  • Ability to function and multi-task in a dynamic environment

  • Leadership and management competence

  • Demonstrates clinical competence

  • Positive interpersonal communication skills and good organizational skills

Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:

Educational Requirements:

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required

  • MSN Preferred

  • Graduate of a WOCN accredited WOC Nursing Education Program

License/Certification:

  • Current RN licensure in MA

  • WOCN Certification

  • CPR Certification

Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.

Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform

the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands:

Must possess sound dexterity and visual acuity. Requires mental alertness, stamina to work in a fast-paced environment or in emergency situations. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach without restriction. Ability to lift between 25 and 50 pounds using good body mechanics. Requires prolonged standing and walking throughout the work shift. Fine motor skills are needed for tasks such as administering injections, inserting catheters, and/or operating medical equipment. Must be able to push heavy equipment, stretchers, and wheelchairs. Registered Nurses may work in various conditions, including those involving communicable diseases, body fluids, and potentially stressful or noisy environments. May be exposed to all patient care elements within the hospital setting. Must meet annual safety training requirements.

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Salary Range:$88,499.00-$112,243.00

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

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