Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse - *$10,000 Hiring Bonus*
Company: St. Joseph Health
Location: Santa Rosa
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
We are looking for a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse for Home
Health Direct at St. Joseph Home Care Network.Location: Santa Rosa,
CAWork Schedule: Full time - 80 Biweekly HoursShift: 8-hour,
DaysJob Summary:The Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse coordinates and
provides care in the home care setting to patients with ostomies,
draining wounds, fistulas, pressure ulcers, acute and/or chronic
wounds, and incontinence. Patient care will reflect the
physician/agency/health system philosophy and high standards of
nursing care for patients. The care includes providing hands-on
care as well as education to the patient and PCG(s). Instructs
nurses, physicians, and other health care team members in the care
of patients with ostomies, draining wounds, fistulas, pressure
ulcers, acute or chronic wounds, and incontinence. Performs related
supply management and documentation tasks.Essential Functions:
Documents the full assessment and create a plan of care with
accurate orders, diagnosis and projection of visits for all
disciplines necessary to support each patient in EHR. Performs and
documents nursing interventions including patient education
according to the Plan of Care and adapts these actions as patient
needs change. Documentation completed and synchronized/submitted by
10:00 am the following day. Documents patient status in an
accurate, timely and concise manner by use of EHR in patient home
at the time of visit. Utilizing the nursing process, initiates
assessment, planning, and implementation of care; also instructs
nursing personnel in the care of patients with ostomies, draining
wounds, fistulas, pressure ulcers, acute and/or chronic wounds, and
incontinence. Assists physicians in caring for patients with all of
the above conditions, in addition to stoma sizing, teaching
intermittent catheterization, and consultation. Provides
comprehensive post-op care to patients and teaching to patients and
their PCG(s) regarding care. Evaluates, selects, and recommends
supplies and equipment for patients with ostomies, draining wounds,
fistulas, pressure ulcers, acute and/or chronic wounds and
incontinence. Documents patient care in accordance with home health
standards and state and federal regulations. Attends patient care
conferences and staff meetings as required; communicates patients'
special needs to appropriate health care team members. Serves as a
consultant to nursing staff, physicians, and other health care team
members related to his/her area of expertise. Provides in-service
educational programs as needed to nurses, physicians, and other
health care team members in cooperation with the Education
Director. Keeps current in area of expertise by attending
professional programs and participating in professional
organizations. Attends scheduled meetings. Completes mandatory
in-services by attendance and or designated timeframe.Skills:
Effective communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to
prioritize and critically think. Good understanding of computer
software and can easily adapt to computer programs. Organizational
skills. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints,
regulatory agencies or members of the business community. Time
management. Flexibility to adapt to new and changing situations.
Demonstrates customer service skills.Minimum Position
Requirements:Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Completes
necessary education to attain a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse
Certification.Experience: 1 year Nursing
experience.Licenses/Certifications: Current RN licensure. Current
Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse (CWON). Basic Life Support. CA
Driver's license. Auto insurance.Preferred Position
Qualifications:Experience: 2 year Nursing experience. 1 year CWOCN
(ET) experience. 1 year Home health
experience.Licenses/Certifications: Certified Wound Ostomy and
Continence Nurse Certification (CWOCN).St. Joseph Home Care Network
(SJHCN) is a Home Health ministry of St. Joseph Health, serving
three Northern California counties; Humboldt County, Napa County
and Sonoma County.Our networks of compassionate, highly skilled
employees are dedicated to putting the patient first to improve the
health of individuals and families in our community.The Home Health
caregivers assist in restoring a patient's optimal health and
support the family by going into the home and ministering to the
physical, psychological and spiritual needs of the patient and
family members.Our home care services are a literal representation
of reaching out to our community to care for our dear
neighbors.
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