Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse to provide specialized assessment and management for patients with wounds, ostomies, and continence disorders. This full-time, on-site role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes, educates patients and staff on care techniques, and contributes to protocol development.

The ideal candidate holds a DC RN license, WOCN or equivalent certification preferred, and has

Qualifications

• Current DC RN license; WOCN or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Experience in acute-care or specialty wound/ostomy settings.
• Prior work in a teaching hospital is an advantage.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive skin and wound assessments.
• Develop and implement evidence-based care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on wound/ostomy care techniques, product selection, and prevention strategies.
• Contribute to hospital-wide protocols and quality improvement initiatives.
• Document care and participate in case conferences.
• Serve as a clinical resource for best practices in wound, ostomy, and continence care.

Skills

Wound care

Ostomy care

Nursing standards

Clinical documentation

DC RN license

WOCN certification

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

RN degree

Job description

Company Description

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is a not-for-profit, acute-care teaching and research hospital with 609 beds in Northwest Washington, D.C. Guided by the Jesuit principle of cura personalis—caring for the whole person—the hospital provides innovative diagnostic and treatment options in a trusting, compassionate environment. Its centers of excellence include neurosciences, transplant, cancer, and gastroenterology, supported by Magnet® nurses and internationally recognized physicians. With advanced research and cutting-edge technologies, MedStar Georgetown is known for medical excellence, leadership, and a strong commitment to patient-centered care.

Role Description

The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse is a full-time, on-site role located in Washington, DC. This role provides specialized assessment, treatment, and ongoing management for patients with acute and chronic wounds, ostomies, and continence disorders. Daily responsibilities include performing comprehensive skin and wound assessments, developing and implementing evidence-based care plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. The nurse educates patients, families, and staff on wound and ostomy care techniques, product selection, and prevention strategies, and contributes to hospital-wide protocols and quality improvement initiatives. This role also involves documentation of care, participation in case conferences, and serving as a clinical resource for best practices in wound, ostomy, and continence care.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical expertise in Wound Care and related skin integrity management.
• Specialized skills in Ostomy Care and management of patients with ostomies.
• Professional knowledge of Nursing practice standards within acute-care settings.
• Understanding of Medicine principles as they relate to wound, ostomy, and continence care.
• Current RN license in the District of Columbia; WOCN or equivalent wound, ostomy, and continence certification strongly preferred.
• Experience in acute-care or specialty wound/ostomy settings; prior work in a teaching hospital is an advantage.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, provide patient and staff education, and lead quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and documentation skills; commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.