Wound Ostomy Continence

IntelliResume; Harbor Pines (CA); On-site; USD 189,117,000 - 232,098,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente, located in Harbor City, CA, is seeking a Wound Ostomy Continence nurse to provide specialized care for ostomies, wounds, and related skin issues. The role emphasizes patient education, care management, and collaboration with the care team.

Requirements include a California RN license and an ADN. This full-time position offers the opportunity to impact patient outcomes through expert wound, ostomy, and continence care within Kaiser Permanente facilities.

Qualifications

• ADN required.
• Experienced level nursing experience required.
• Current RN license in California is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide follow-up and interventions to patients with ostomies, draining wounds, fistulae, or skin breakdown.
• Counsel individuals anticipating surgery that may result in a stoma.
• Provide education for patients with an abdominal stoma for stool or urine diversion.
• Assess and treat skin breakdown conditions and advise on wound care products.
• Deliver educational programs on ostomy/wound care management and self-care.
• Conduct continuing education for physicians and nursing staff.

Education

Associate's Degree (ADN)

Job description

About This Role

The Wound Ostomy Continence role involves providing specialized care and interventions for patients with ostomies, draining wounds, and related skin issues. This position is ideal for experienced nurses who are passionate about patient education and care management.

Highlights

• Pay: $66 - $81/hour
• Location: Harbor City, CA
• Facility: Kaiser Permanente
• Schedule: Full Time

What You’ll Do

• Provide follow-up and interventions to patients diagnosed with ostomies, draining wounds, fistulae, or skin breakdown.
• Counsel individuals anticipating surgery that may result in the creation of a stoma.
• Provide individualized instruction for patients with an abdominal stoma for stool or urine diversion.
• Assess and make treatment recommendations for skin breakdown conditions.
• Assist patients through the continuum of care for management of related issues.
• Evaluate new and currently used products for ostomy, continence, and wound care.
• Make recommendations to patients for obtaining related products.
• Assess individual patient needs and goals.
• Provide educational programs on ostomy/wound care management and self-care education.
• Conduct continuing educational programs for physicians and nursing personnel.

Requirements

Education:

• Associate's Degree (ADN) required

Experience:

• Experienced level required

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current RN License in California

Kaiser Permanente is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on preventive care and the overall health of their members through integrated care and coverage.