Wound Care Specialist II – Acute & Ostomy

Piedmont Healthcare, Inc.; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital seeks a Certified Clinician to assess, treat, and educate patients with wounds and ostomy care, including fistulae and skin issues. You will work with physicians and nursing staff to plan and perform care in a full-time day shift, with a weekend option.

Requires nursing, PT, or OT training, 2 years of clinical wound care experience, and active BCLS plus one of several wound care certifications. Georgia licensure is required or multi-state licensure as applicable.

Qualifications

• Education: nursing, PT, or OT degree required.
• 2 years of clinical wound care experience required.
• Licenses/certifications include BCLS and at least one wound care certification listed.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate and treat patients with wounds, ostomy management, and related issues.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff and ancillary staff to plan and perform care.
• Educate patients and families on ostomy care, wounds, and skin integrity.

Skills

Wound care

Ostomy care

Patient assessment

Education

Nursing, Physical Therapy, or Occupational Therapy degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital seeks a Certified Clinician to assess, treat, and educate patients with wounds and ostomy care, including fistulae and skin issues. You will work with physicians and nursing staff to plan and perform care in a full-time day shift, with a weekend option.

Requires nursing, PT, or OT training, 2 years of clinical wound care experience, and active BCLS plus one of several wound care certifications. Georgia licensure is required or multi-state licensure as applicable.