Description

The Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse functions as a professional nurse consultant/resource/educator for inpatient and outpatient referrals who present with ostomies, ostomy-related issues, acute or chronic wounds with varied etiologies, skin rashes and diaper rash (perineal/perianal dermatitis). The Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care related to the above conditions in the inpatient and outpatient settings. The Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse utilizes the nursing process and knowledge of scientific principles to provide comprehensive, age appropriate nursing care for assigned patients. Assists with the department supervision of nonprofessional personnel as necessary.

• Provide clinical consultation and/or direct patient care for patients with wound, ostomy, or continence-related issues: Utilizes the nursing process to develop and implement a comprehensive, age-appropriate plan of care for the patient/family which promotes optimal patient outcomes in regards to wound, ostomy, or continence care.
• Provides follow-up for patients with wound, ostomy, or continence-related issues through inpatient/outpatient visits and/or phone consultations.
• Collaborates with ancillary staff and initiates additional referrals for medical/surgical assistance as needed: Promotes safe, efficient, family-centered care.
• Provides appropriate education to patient, caregiver, and staff regarding wound, ostomy, or continence-related issues: Meets the educational needs of the patient and family, utilizing appropriate principles of teaching/learning.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and attends educational programs, unit meetings or other assigned meetings as indicated.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and at least 1-2 years experience experience as an RN required, 3-5 years highly preferred
• One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
• One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
• Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire
• Current board certification as a Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse (CWOCN) Preferred