Wound Ostomy Continence Registered Nurse / RN

Emory Healthcare • Full-time • Atlanta, GA, US • 27m ago

Overview

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Description

7:30am - 6:00pm / Full-Time / 40 Hours

We're seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse, Wound Care Department who manage between 10-20 consults per day for the Emory Midtown Acute Care, ICU, and ED units. The Wound Ostomy Continence RN is responsible for directing agency-wide initiatives for pressure ulcer prevention, wound care, and ostomy care.

Job Duties:

Provides advanced clinical guidance to physicians and nursing staff regarding the management of complex wounds, fistulas, moisture management, and pressure ulcers.
Determines appropriate nursing interventions for identified patient problems, symptoms, and teaching needs in respect to wound and ostomy care.
Recommends the equipment, materials, and resources needed to successfully implement a wound or ostomy care plan.
Performs appropriate pre-operative stoma site marking and ostomy education.
Develops and conducts post-operative ostomy education and ostomy care plan for the patient and family.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board.
Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.
Two years of recent (within the past five years) Registered Nursing experience.
Completion of an accredited WOC Nursing Education program.
Must achieve certification in Wound Care and Ostomy Care within 12 months.
Certification in Continence Care is not required, but preferred.
Previous experience in Wound and Ostomy care preferred.
BLS required. ACLS may be required on some units.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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