What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Wound Ostomy Nurse position at Provident Behavioral Health?
Responsibilities
The Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) Nurse provides expert nursing care for patients with wound, ostomy, and continence needs, facilitating patient progress and transitions during acute care. Responsibilities include:
The Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) Nurse provides expert nursing care for patients with wound, ostomy, and continence needs, facilitating patient progress and transitions during acute care. Responsibilities include:
- Conducting assessments and diagnosing care needs.
- Identifying expected outcomes and improving healthcare efficiency.
- Collaborating with the interprofessional team for quality improvement.
- Evaluating policies to enhance care quality.
- Assisting patients in securing appropriate services.
- Graduation from an accredited WOC Nursing Education Program.
- Bachelors Degree in nursing; Masters preferred.
- Current NYS Registered Nurse license and 3-5 years of nursing experience.
- Effective communication and collaborative skills.
