WOC Nurse Specialist: Wound & Ostomy Care

Detroit Medical Center; Hamtramck (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Career development and continuing ed.

Health savings accounts (HSA)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Pet insurance, legal & other voluntary

Job summary

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a seasoned RN with Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing (WOCN) expertise for its Hamtramck, MI area team. You will lead ostomy and complex wound care, educate patients and staff, and collaborate across disciplines to improve outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a WOCN certification, Michigan RN license, and 3–5 years of related clinical experience. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is required.
• Graduate of a WOCN education program is required.
• Certification as a WOCN is preferred.
• Active Michigan RN license required.
• 3-5 years of related clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educates ostomy patients and plans perioperative care.
• Provides consultation and education to nursing staff on ostomy, wounds, and skin care.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and quality improvement activities.
• Contributes to discharge planning and patient education.
• Assists in developing protocols for ostomy and wound care based on best evidence.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Graduate of an accredited Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse Education Program

Certification as a WOCN

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Michigan

3-5 years related clinical experience

Job description

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a seasoned RN with Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing (WOCN) expertise for its Hamtramck, MI area team. You will lead ostomy and complex wound care, educate patients and staff, and collaborate across disciplines to improve outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a WOCN certification, Michigan RN license, and 3–5 years of related clinical experience. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.