Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse

URochester Medicine Home Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

University of Rochester Medicine Home Healthcare seeks a Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse to deliver advanced care for patients at home. You will lead wound and ostomy management, educate families, and support care transitions with a focus on evidence-based practice within a trusted academic health system.

Minimum qualifications include a BSN, NY RN license, and WOCN certification with 2–3 years of wound/ostomy experience; a Master's degree is preferred. A sign-on bonus of $15,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; Master's preferred.
• WOCN Certification and NYS RN license required.
• 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience with wound/ostomy care, preferably in home care.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of wound, ostomy, and continence care in home settings.
• Performs 5–10 home visits and/or co-visits weekly.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers on wound and ostomy management in the home.
• Collaborates with Quality, Education, and Clinical Leadership to support regulatory compliance and quality initiatives.

Skills

Wound care

Ostomy care

Home health

Education & mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's degree preferred

WOCN Certification

NY State RN license

Job description

Why Join University of Rochester Medicine Home Healthcare as an RN – Wound & Ostomy Care Nurse?

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful, visible impact by delivering specialized wound and ostomy care to patients in their homes, where healing, dignity, and independence matter most. As a clinical expert, you’ll partner closely with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to improve outcomes, prevent complications, and support transitions from acute care to home.

University of Rochester Medicine Home Healthcare provides the stability of a respected academic health system combined with the autonomy and flexibility of home care nursing. You’ll practice at the top of your license, use evidence-based protocols, and be supported by strong clinical leadership, collaboration, and resources—allowing you to focus on what matters most: high-quality patient care and professional growth.

Hours: Monday- Friday, Day 8 AM to 430 PM

Sign on Bonus: $15,000

Position Summary:

The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN) provides advanced clinical expertise, consultation, and education related to wound, ostomy, and continence care for patients receiving services from University of Rochester Medicine Home Healthcare. This role supports high-quality, evidence-based care delivery, regulatory compliance, and clinician education while partnering closely with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes in the home setting.

The WOCN functions as a clinical expert, educator, and resource for complex wound and ostomy management, supporting both direct patient care and agency-wide quality initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required, Master's Preferred.
• WOCN Certification and experience required.
• 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience, with demonstrated expertise in wound and ostomy care, preferably in the home care setting.
• New York State licensed RN required

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of wound healing principles and evidence-based wound care practices. Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to educate and support clinicians, patients, and caregivers with varying levels of health literacy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provides expert assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of wound, ostomy, and continence care for patients in accordance with provider orders, CMS Conditions of Participation, and New York State Department of Health regulations.
• Performs comprehensive wound assessments, including etiology, staging, measurement, risk factors, and develops individualized care plans via home visits and or co-visits. Recommends appropriate treatment modalities, dressings, and supplies based on evidence-based practice and patient-specific needs.
• Completes a minimum of 5-10 home visits and/or co-visits weekly.
• Supports management of complex wounds, ostomies, fistulas, pressure injuries, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, and incontinence-related skin conditions.
• Serves as a clinical consultant to field clinicians, case managers, and providers regarding wound and ostomy care concerns.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers on wound, ostomy, and continence management in the home setting. Provides education, mentoring, and clinical support to home health clinicians to enhance competency and confidence in wound and ostomy care. Participates in onboarding, orientation, and ongoing education related to wound care best practices. Supports competency validation and skill development for clinical staff as assigned.
• Collaborates with Quality, Education, and Clinical Leadership to support regulatory compliance, documentation accuracy, and quality improvement initiatives.

Physical Requirements:

The position involves frequent sitting, standing, and walking. Occasional bending and pushing may be required. Tasks such as kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, balancing, climbing, and pulling are required infrequently.