Registered Nurse (RN)- Wound & Ostomy Care (AM)

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Universal Hospital Services Inc. in Washington, DC, is hiring a Wound Care Registered Nurse to provide specialized care for patients needing wound and ostomy management. This position demands comprehensive patient assessments, expert clinical skills, and a commitment to patient education.

The ideal candidate holds a current RN license and WOCN certification or is willing to obtain it. Benefits include a competitive compensation package and opportunities for growth within UHS subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Must possess current RN license in DC or ability to obtain prior to start.
• WOCN certification required or must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience, with at least 1 year in wound care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients with wounds, ostomies, and continence issues.
• Provide expert clinical care including wound debridement and stoma care.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on effective management practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Utilize evidence-based practices to improve care quality.
• Maintain thorough documentation of patient care.

Skills

Wound care expertise

Ostomy management

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Responsibilities

GW Hospital is a renowned academic medical center located in the heart of Washington, DC. As a teaching hospital, we are committed to delivering the highest quality of care while advancing healthcare education and innovation.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Wound Care Registered Nurse with expertise in enterostomal therapy to join our team and provide specialized care for patients requiring wound, ostomy, and continence management.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients with wounds, ostomies, and continence issues, developing individualized care plans.
• Provide expert clinical care, including wound debridement, ostomy site marking, and stoma care.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on wound, ostomy, and continence management, promoting patient self-care and recovery.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Utilize evidence-based practices to improve the quality of care and patient satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient care and progress.
• Serve as a clinical resource for wound care and enterostomal therapy within the hospital.

Main Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. BSN preferred.
• Licensure: Current RN license in the District of Columbia (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Certification: Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing (WOCN) certification required or must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years of RN experience, with at least 1 year in wound care, ostomy, or enterostomal therapy preferred.
  • Experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred.

EEO Statement: All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.