Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse: Clinical Leader & Educator

Powers Health; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance and career growth

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

St. Catherine Hospital · Wound & Ostomy Clinic in East Chicago, IN seeks a Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (WOCN) to collaborate with medical staff and coordinate care across GI, GU and integumentary disorders.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, adherence to hospital standards, and potential inter-hospital collaboration within Powers Health. Requires BSN, state license, and WOCN certification preferred; 2 years wound/ostomy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• WOCN knowledge and clinical skills.
• Ability to coordinate care for complex wound/ostomy patients.
• Proficient in nursing documentation and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Make independent nursing decisions per established standards.
• Act as consultant to nursing and healthcare team.
• Coordinate discharge planning and continuity of care.

Skills

WOCN experience

Wound care

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Current State License

WOCN certification preferred

Job description

St. Catherine Hospital · Wound & Ostomy Clinic in East Chicago, IN seeks a Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (WOCN) to collaborate with medical staff and coordinate care across GI, GU and integumentary disorders.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, adherence to hospital standards, and potential inter-hospital collaboration within Powers Health. Requires BSN, state license, and WOCN certification preferred; 2 years wound/ostomy experience preferred.