Wound Ostomy Continence Registered Nurse - OP Wound Care Management

Position Summary ORLANDO HEALTH ORLANDO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida.

The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a "Best Hospital" in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet Recognition, the gold standard for nursing's contribution to quality patient care, safety, research and service excellence.

Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we provide care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life.

We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you. ORMC is seeking a Wound Ostomy Continence Registered Nurse. Wound Ostomy Continence Registered Nurse serves as the clinical resource and consultant for the acute and rehabilitative care of patients with select disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems.

Responsibilities Essential Functions In addition to the RN function, the WOCN serves as the clinical resource and consultant for the acute and rehabilitative care of patients with select disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems. Provides direct patient care to individuals with abdominal stomas, wounds, fistulas, drains, pressure ulcers, skin disorders, and incontinence.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses the data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the necessary information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs.

Uses an evidence-based process to evaluate current practice and make recommendations for best practice. Creates an environment that facilitates collaboration to improve quality of care.

Advocates on behalf of the specific population of patients.

Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patients and family. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions Participates in preceptor-ship training for the wound ostomy continence nurse education program (WOCNEP). Ensures maintenance and provision for equipment and supplies, including new product evaluations. This includes, but is not limited to skin, wound, ostomy, continence, prevention, and support surface products. Develops and provides ongoing implementation of staff in-services.

Qualifications Education/Training Bachelor's degree in nursing required. Graduation from WOCNEP required for acute care setting.

Assumes responsibility for professional development and continuing education.

Licensure/Certification Maintains current RN license in the State of Florida. Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider Certification WOC nurses must maintain current certification:

CWOCN or CWON; credentials by the Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) Current OH RN's who graduate from the Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse Education Program (WOCNEP) have one year after completion to sit for exam.

Experience Two (2) years relevant Wound Care nursing experience. Must meet unit specific performance competencies

Education/Training Bachelor's degree in nursing required. Graduation from WOCNEP required for acute care setting.

Assumes responsibility for professional development and continuing education.

Licensure/Certification Maintains current RN license in the State of Florida. Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider Certification WOC nurses must maintain current certification:

CWOCN or CWON; credentials by the Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) Current OH RN's who graduate from the Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse Education Program (WOCNEP) have one year after completion to sit for exam.

Experience Two (2) years relevant Wound Care nursing experience. Must meet unit specific performance competencies

Essential Functions In addition to the RN function, the WOCN serves as the clinical resource and consultant for the acute and rehabilitative care of patients with select disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems. Provides direct patient care to individuals with abdominal stomas, wounds, fistulas, drains, pressure ulcers, skin disorders, and incontinence.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses the data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the necessary information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs.

Uses an evidence-based process to evaluate current practice and make recommendations for best practice. Creates an environment that facilitates collaboration to improve quality of care.

Advocates on behalf of the specific population of patients.

Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patients and family. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions Participates in preceptor-ship training for the wound ostomy continence nurse education program (WOCNEP). Ensures maintenance and provision for equipment and supplies, including new product evaluations. This includes, but is not limited to skin, wound, ostomy, continence, prevention, and support surface products. Develops and provides ongoing implementation of staff in-services.