Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse Specialist

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleida Health in Buffalo, NY seeks a registered nurse to assess and treat health problems, follow physician orders, and provide supportive care onsite. The role emphasizes adherence to NYS regulations and Kaleida policies, with ongoing DEI commitments in the workplace.

Required: NYS RN registration, BLS, BSN on hire, and within one year CWOCN/CWON/CWCN or CWS certifications. This full-time position offers stable hours and care-focused teamwork in a local hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current NYS registration as a Registered Professional Nurse and American Heart Association-Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire and must be maintained thereafter.
• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing required upon hire. Those hired into the position prior to 3/12/2024 at BGMC that do not presently hold BSNs will be grandfathered.
• Effective 3/12/2024 all newly hired or transferred employees must have one of the following Specialty Certifications within 1 year of hire/transfer into the position, CWOCN, CWON or CWCN. Certification will be maintained thereafter.
• Those hired into the position prior to 3/12/2024 at BGMC who do not have their BSN, may hold a Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) with deadline 9/12/2024.

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) NYS license

American Heart Association - Basic Life Support (BLS)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

CWOCN / CWON / CWCN or CWS certifications

Job description

Kaleida Health in Buffalo, NY seeks a registered nurse to assess and treat health problems, follow physician orders, and provide supportive care onsite. The role emphasizes adherence to NYS regulations and Kaleida policies, with ongoing DEI commitments in the workplace.

Required: NYS RN registration, BLS, BSN on hire, and within one year CWOCN/CWON/CWCN or CWS certifications. This full-time position offers stable hours and care-focused teamwork in a local hospital setting.