Enterostomal Therapy Coordinator (RN)

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse specialized in ostomy and wound care to join our patient care team. You will provide nursing care to patients with ostomies and/or skin problems, coordinate the plan of care, and serve as a resource for patients, families and the care team to improve outcomes and reduce length of stay.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, current Ohio RN license, BSN or

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of registered nursing.
• Current Ohio RN license.
• Completion of Enterostomal Therapy program required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or evidence of continuing work toward a Bachelor's.
• Minimum of 18 months nursing experience in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients with ostomies and skin problems.
• Coordinate the nursing plan of care for ostomy patients and wound care.
• Serve as a resource to patients, families, healthcare team, and community at large.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or pursuing Bachelor's

Enterostomal Therapy certification

Job description

Job Description

Functions as an integral member of the patient care unit team as well as with other patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in the plan of care, improving service levels, reducing the length of stay, and decreasing costs. Provides nursing care to patients with ostomies and/or skin problems using specialized nursing knowledge and clinical expertise. Serves as a resource person for the patients, family, health care team members, and community at large; Coordinates the nursing plan of care of patients with fecal and urinary diversions, wounds, drains, skin care problems and incontinence.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of registered nursing
• Current Ohio RN license
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or shows evidence of continuing work toward a Bachelor's
• Successful completion of an approved program of Enterostomal Therapy is required
• Minimum of 18 months nursing experience in an acute care setting

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.