Wound Ostomy RN

Providence; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Covenant Medical Center is seeking a Wound Ostomy Nurse to serve as a clinical resource for complex wounds, ostomies, and related care across inpatient settings, including the Emergency Department and Wound/Ostomy Care Clinic.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, clinical consultation, education, and involvement in research and administrative activities to support comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• 2 years of acute care experience required.
• RN license in Texas upon hire.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• WOCN certification preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical resource and consultant for wound, ostomy, and related care.
• Provide inpatient direct patient care and clinical consultations in hospital settings including ED and wound/ostomy clinic.
• Educate patients, families, and staff; participate in quality improvement, research, and administrative activities.

Skills

Acute care experience

Clinical nursing skills

Education

Texas RN License

BLS - AHA

WOCNCB Certification

Job description

The hospital-based Wound Ostomy Nurse serves as a clinical resource and consultant for patients with selected disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems such as acute and chronic wounds (e.g., complex draining wounds, fistulae, pressure ulcers, vascular ulcers) ostomies, percutaneous tubes, and moisture-related skin injuries. Professional responsibilities are carried out through direct patient care, clinical consultation, education, research, and administration. The Wound Ostomy Nurse provides inpatient clinical services throughout the hospital, including the Emergency Department and Wound/Ostomy Care Clinic.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Covenant Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: Texas Registered Nurse License
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 2 years of Acute care experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school, or equivalent educ/experience
• Upon hire: Certification from Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB)

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.