Registered Nurse RN - Wound Ostomy Continence

Trinity Health MI; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer retirement match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Trinity Health MI is seeking a Nurse Specialty – Wound, Ostomy, Continuance RN for part-time coverage. Primary days, 40 hours bi-weekly, Monday–Friday with department flexibility.

You will provide advanced wound/ostomy care across the inpatient population, develops care plans, and supports post-discharge follow-up. Minimum qualifications include a BSN, Enterostomal Therapy training, 3–5 years of related experience, and Michigan RN licensure; WOC preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Requires Bachelors degree in Nursing; Masters preferred.
• Completion of Enterostomal Therapy Program.
• Three to five years of related nursing experience.
• Active Michigan RN license; WOC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care across inpatient units with a focus on wounds, ostomies and continence.
• Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Select and fit ostomy and wound products based on patient needs.
• Lead quality improvement and participate in education for staff and patients.

Skills

Wound care

Ostomy care

Continence care

Nursing leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Enterostomal Therapy program

MSN preferred

Job description

• The Nurse Specialty – Wound, Ostomy, Continuance RN provides expertise in the nursing care of patients considering age specific, developmental, cultural, and spiritual needs. Promotes the use of current knowledge, techniques and research through practice, teaching and consultation; and serves a facilitator for change in the nursing practice. Performs professional nursing functions for selected patients.
• Part-time position scheduled 40 hours bi-weekly
• Primarily Monday through Friday with flexibility based on department needs
• Provides wound, ostomy, and continence support across the entire inpatient hospital population

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

• The Nurse Specialty – Wound, Ostomy, Continuance RN provides expertise in the nursing care of patients considering age specific, developmental, cultural, and spiritual needs. Promotes the use of current knowledge, techniques and research through practice, teaching and consultation; and serves a facilitator for change in the nursing practice. Performs professional nursing functions for selected patients.
• Part-time position scheduled 40 hours bi-weekly
• Primarily Monday through Friday with flexibility based on department needs
• Provides wound, ostomy, and continence support across the entire inpatient hospital population

Miniumum Qualifications

• Education: Requires Bachelors degree in Nursing. Masters degree is preferred.
• Education: Completion of Enterostomal Therapy Program.
• Experience: Three to five years progressively more responsible related work experiences.
• Certification/Licensure: Current Michigan license as a Registered Nurse; WOC preferred.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to provide nursing care to patients and families, communicate complex concepts to all levels of personnel, and collaborate effectively with other health care team members.
• Advanced analytical skills to assist in implementing and developing delivery of care systems, policies and procedures, evaluate nursing practice and develop educational programs.

What You Will Do

• Provides advanced nursing care to patients or groups of patients across the health care continuum in collaboration with the health care team. Provides on-going post discharge services for patients requiring evaluation and follow-up (outpatient ostomy clinic).
• Develop a care plan for selected individuals, or groups of patients in collaboration with nursing staff and other disciplines.
• Selects appropriate ostomy and wound care products based on evaluation of patients’ needs and capabilities. Fits ostomy equipment for patients after surgery.
• Reviews/develops/evaluates interdisciplinary plan of care within area of clinical expertise for selected groups or individual patients. Collaborate with nursing staff and other disciplines as needed.
• Sets direction for nursing practice consistent with effective utilization of resources, patient’s identified goals, and standards of care.
• Sets direction for nursing practice in the care of patients with disorders of gastrointestinal, genitourinary systems consistent with SJMGS/THS and national standards. Utilizes evidence-based practice and/or research findings into practice changes.
• Utilize the nursing process at an expert level to assess, diagnose and treat the complex responses of individuals, families or communities to actual or potential health problems.
• Functions as an educator by teaching clients, families, communities and other health care providers; and serves as a role model and preceptor for other nurses in a variety of settings. Share expertise with all members of the health care team through consultation and collaboration.
• Takes leadership role for quality improvement initiative, providing in depth clinical expertise and critical analysis.
• Provides clinical expertise in the selection and evaluation of specialty beds, purchasing and supplies.
• Participates in the identification, development and evaluation of patient teaching programs and patient education materials considering age specific, maturational, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Collaborate with nursing management in making recommendations/decisions regarding clinical practice issues and effective utilization of resources.
• Participates in, or chairs various departmental, health system and medical staff committees/task forces.

Position Benefits And Highlights

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.