Wound Ostomy Continence

IntelliResume; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in San Diego is seeking a Wound Ostomy Continence nurse to provide specialized care for ostomy patients, draining wounds, and related skin issues.

This full-time role emphasizes patient education and management across the continuum of care, including assessment, interventions, and product recommendations. Licensed RN in California with ADN and wound care experience is required.

Qualifications

• ADN degree required.
• Experienced level incumbent.
• Current RN license in California.

Responsibilities

• 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 the diversion of stool or urine.
• 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, providing educational programs on ostomy/wound care management.
• Conduct continuing educational programs for physicians and nursing personnel.
• Provide patient/family teaching and education regarding ostomy/wound care and self-management.

Skills

Patient education

Wound care

Education

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 management of complex wound care.

Highlights

• Pay: $79 - $97/hour
• Location: San Diego, 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 the diversion of stool or urine.
• 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, providing educational programs on ostomy/wound care management.
• Conduct continuing educational programs for physicians and nursing personnel.
• Provide patient/family teaching and education regarding ostomy/wound care and self-management.

Requirements

Education

• Associate's Degree (ADN) required

Experience

• Experienced level required

Licenses & Certifications

• Current RN License in California

About Kaiser Permanente

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