WOC Nurse Lead: Wound, Ostomy & Continence Care

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution in Galveston, Texas, is seeking a Wound Ostomy & Continence Nurse to provide and coordinate clinical care for patients with wound and ostomy needs. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in nursing, current licensure, and extensive clinical experience. The role requires critical analysis of patient care systems and participation in care quality improvements. Full-time position with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing and current licensure or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas.
• Graduation from an accredited Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Education Program.
• Five years of clinical RN experience, including two years wound, ostomy, and continence nursing experience.
• Certification as Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN) in at least two of these areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide, coordinate, and support clinical aspects of care for patients with wound, ostomy, and continence needs.
• Critically analyze the effectiveness of patient care systems.
• Participate in interdisciplinary actions to maximize quality and effectiveness of patient care.

Skills

Clinical RN experience

Wound, ostomy, and continence nursing experience

Critical analysis of patient care systems

Expertise as WOC clinical resource

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Accredited Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Education Program

Certification as Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN)

Job description

A leading medical institution in Galveston, Texas, is seeking a Wound Ostomy & Continence Nurse to provide and coordinate clinical care for patients with wound and ostomy needs. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in nursing, current licensure, and extensive clinical experience. The role requires critical analysis of patient care systems and participation in care quality improvements. Full-time position with opportunities for advancement.