WOCN Resource Nurse — Complex Wound/Ostomy Care

UNC Health Care; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care in North Carolina seeks a WOCN Resource Nurse to support wound, ostomy and continence care across inpatient and outpatient areas. The role emphasizes clinical consultation, staff education, and quality initiatives, with a 40-hour workweek and onsite duties in Chapel Hill.

The position focuses on collaboration with Certified WOC nurses, patient education, and ongoing professional development toward CWOCN certification within the UNC Health Care system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a state-accredited school of professional nursing.
• Active RN licensure in North Carolina and BLS for Healthcare Provider.
• Two years of nursing experience.
• CWOCN pathway or willingness; CE hours and certification exam eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Supports Administrative functions of the Wound and Ostomy team; maintains data collection and documentation standards.
• Collaborates with WOCNs to provide clinical consultation and develop patient plans of care; discharge planning coordination.
• Provides educational programs for health care providers and serves as clinical preceptor for staff and students.
• Participates in research related to WOC nursing and data audits of pressure injuries.

Skills

Assessment skills

Clinical intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in NC

Job description

UNC Health Care in North Carolina seeks a WOCN Resource Nurse to support wound, ostomy and continence care across inpatient and outpatient areas. The role emphasizes clinical consultation, staff education, and quality initiatives, with a 40-hour workweek and onsite duties in Chapel Hill.

The position focuses on collaboration with Certified WOC nurses, patient education, and ongoing professional development toward CWOCN certification within the UNC Health Care system.