PRN Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Registered Nurse (WOCN) - Relocation Offered!

General Summary of Position

The incumbent in this position functions as a consultant, practitioner and educator for patients, staff and physicians concerning problems with inpatients or outpatients with ostomies, fistulas / draining wounds, pressure wounds and incontinence care. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides consultation to patients, staff and physicians relating to pre-operative, post-operative and routine care of ostomies, fistulas / draining wounds, pressure wounds and incontinence care.
• Provides pre-operative counseling to the patient / family, direct care to patients for ostomy, skin, and incontinence problems and out-patient follow-up and care as needed.
• Assesses the need for, selects methodologies, strategies, content, resources and conducts / implements patient education and staff training programs.
• Determines and evaluates ostomy, skin and incontinent care products to be stocked for Hospital use.
• Participates in research and other educational programs / projects relevant to the area of specialty and / or profession as requested.
• Generates reports, patient records and course documentation according to departmental guidelines.
• Maintains and develops knowledge base and skills in the area of wound, ostomy and continence therapy.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures; attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Develops strategies to market and maximize utilization of the Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all inclusive.

What We Offer

Qualifications

This position has a hiring range of $37.50 - $54.92