Wound Ostomy Continence -Per Diem

Kaiser Permanente; Harbor Pines (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Harbor City, CA is seeking a Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse to deliver specialized care for ostomies, draining wounds and skin issues while educating patients and families to improve quality of life.

This per diem role focuses on follow-up, teaching, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, select products, and implement effective wound care plans.

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 those 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, 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.

Job description

About This Role

The Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse provides specialized care and interventions for patients with ostomies, draining wounds, and related skin issues. This role is ideal for those who are passionate about patient education and improving quality of life for individuals with complex wound care needs.

Highlights

• Pay: $84 - $104/hour
• Location: Harbor City, CA
• Facility: Kaiser Permanente
• Schedule: Per Diem

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 those 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, 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:

• Not specified

Experience:

• Not specified

Licenses & Certifications:

• Not specified

About Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on integrated care and improving health outcomes for their members through a comprehensive approach.