Wound And Ostomy Certified Nurse

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

This is a great opportunity for a Registered Nurse, RN professional to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Loyola Medicine's 3 hospitals are located approximately 30 minutes from Downtown Chicago. Gottlieb is a community based hospital, in Melrose Park, IL.

Initiates and provides ongoing evaluation of ostomy surgery patients. Marks optimal stoma site reflecting assessment of patient's anatomy, physical capabilities and lifestyle.

Initiates a plan of care that includes discharge goals during pre-op visit and communicates plan with multidisciplinary team and patient/family via electronic documentation, conferences or telephone AND adjusts plan to meet changing needs. Makes regular post-operative visits to ostomy/wound patients to assess physical and psychological readiness for learning. Educates patients and families regarding ostomy/wound care to facilitate rehabilitation through independence and self-care. Facilitates patient/family education and evaluates demonstrated patient outcomes.

Benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Education stipend ($300/year)

• Certification bonus (one-time payment of $1000)

• Continuing education (e-learning and/or discounted tuition for select programs)

• Fitness Center

• Referral rewards

• Differentials (charge/preceptor, nights, weekends, etc.)

• Self-scheduling holiday schedule (so you know year-to-year what holiday you will work)

• "Loyola nurse for life" (growth opportunities through school, committees, leadership training, etc.)

Our promise to you:

Joining Loyola Medicine is about being a part of something bigger! We treat the human spirit, in our patients and our colleagues.

We are a part of a community, which believes in the wholeness of each individual, and serves to uplift others in mind, body and spirit. We are passionate about your growth and success in your career at Loyola Medicine. We value you, for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. We also understand that we are better together.

III. Position Requirements:

Minimum Education:

Required: Bachelors Degree

Preferred: Masters Degree

Specify Degree(s): Nursing. Graduate of accredited Wound, Ostomy, Continence program with board certification in ET nursing

Minimum Experience:

Required: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience

Preferred: N/A

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

Current Registered Nurse License State of Illinois

Preferred: N/A

Other: Specialty certification in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (CWOCN).

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve.

Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.