Overview:
Join Novant Health as a Wound & Ostomy Specialist RN and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes through expert wound, skin, and ostomy care. In this specialized role, you'll collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based treatment, patient education, and clinical leadership while helping drive quality outcomes across Wound & Ostomy Services.
* Specialized role focused on wound, skin, and ostomy management
* Opportunity to serve as a clinical expert and educator across the organization
* Collaborative partnerships with physicians, nursing teams, and interdisciplinary departments
* Involvement in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice
* Leadership opportunities supporting Wound & Ostomy Services operations
* Professional development and specialty certification support
* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
* Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
* Generous paid time off and wellness resources
Responsibilities:
* Assess and manage complex wounds, including surgical wounds, pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, burns, and other skin conditions
* Develop and implement individualized wound care treatment plans, including advanced therapies and dressing recommendations
* Provide preoperative and postoperative ostomy education and support
* Evaluate and manage ostomy-related concerns, including leakage, peristomal skin complications, and stoma management
* Educate patients, caregivers, and clinical staff on wound prevention, treatment, and ongoing care
* Serve as a clinical resource to nursing and interdisciplinary teams
* Coordinate staff scheduling and patient assignments for Wound & Ostomy Services
* Collaborate across departments to support efficient wound and ostomy supply management
* Support quality improvement initiatives, productivity goals, and clinical best practices
* Promote evidence-based care that enhances patient outcomes and operational efficiency
Qualifications:
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* Associate Degree in Nursing required
* BSN preferred
* Current RN license in the applicable state required
* Two years of clinical nursing experience preferred
* Wound Care Certification required within 3 years of employment
* Ostomy Certification required within 3 years of employment
* Strong assessment, communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills
* Passion for patient education, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice
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