Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care
Cone Health Womens & Childrens Center
Greensboro, NC

Wound Ostomy Continence RN

The Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) Registered Nurse is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse providing consultative services for providers and expert care for patients with wound, ostomy and continence needs. Working under minimal supervision, the WOC RN supports the entire healthcare team and works collaboratively with providers, both generalists and specialists, to implement the optimal plan of patient care. Talent Pool:Nursing Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to plan and achieve optimal clinical outcomes for patients with wound, ostomy and continence needs. Identifies areas for improvement in clinical practices, policies, and procedures, and develops recommendations to enhance patient outcomes and optimize resource utilization. Reviews and assesses clinical data, including patient records, photographs, and diagnostic tests, and incorporates research findings to identify trends and opportunities for improvement in clinical processes and outcomes. Formulates individualized plans of care to address patient needs related to diversity, cultural differences, or other unique variables. Reinforces and ensures appropriate patient education is carried out according to the plan of care. Assesses the educational needs for healthcare team members, plans and implements appropriate educational opportunities. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION:Required: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Master's Degree in Nursing within 5 years of hire EXPERIENCE:Required: 5 years as a Registered Nurse with 1 year caring for patients with wound, ostomy and continence needs LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:Required: Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or a Compact state Certification in all three areas of specialty practice (Wound, Ostomy and Continence) required within 1 year of hire BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider Equal Opportunity Employer At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual's qualifications, skills and performance. We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.