GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:
The Wound Ostomy Nurse (WON) provides wound and ostomy nursing services in inpatient and outpatient clinic settings. Services are provided by anticipating needs, providing and managing care, under general direction of nursing management. Takes a leadership role and collaborates with the multiple-disciplinary care team and other caregivers to meet specific goals.
SCHEDULE: 8:00a-4:30p Monday - Friday.
General Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience preferred.
Education:
An associate or bachelor's degree from a nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE
License/Certification:
Must have an RN license in the state of Idaho issued prior to hire date.
Must provide licensure or proof of application in the State of Oregon within six months of starting.
Board Certified as WON Nurse within 1 year of hire required.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
Responsible for the client’s appropriate wound/ostomy nursing care. Develops or contributes to care plans based on nursing diagnoses that establish goals and interventions.
Performs comprehensive wound/ostomy care, within established guidelines, under the direction of the Manager and is responsible for providing quality patient care, for inpatient and outpatient center, which includes knowledge of physical, psychological, social, cultural, spiritual, and developmental factors of patients served.
Initiates and maintains a leadership or liaison relationship as appropriate with all health care providers to effectively coordinate multi-disciplinary care. Coordinates optimal third-party coverage for services and keeps clients and/or caregivers informed of coverage status.
As appropriate, assists in managing wound/ostomy patient care in the ambulatory clinic.
Works with hyperbaric patients as directed by the Medical Director.
Continually evaluates client and caregiver responses to determine progress toward goals and to revise the database, nursing diagnoses, and the plan of care.
Collects and records data that is comprehensive, accurate and systematic. Records problems, interventions, and responses of clients and caregivers according to established procedures and in a timely manner.
Accurately and promptly identifies learning needs of clients and nursing staff and provides appropriate instruction to clients and/or caregivers. Serves as a consultant to the multi-disciplinary care team to facilitate meeting and caregiver learning needs most effectively.
Demonstrates compliance with hospital safety policies and procedure.
Integrates knowledge, experience, professional standards and hospital policies into nursing practice.
Practices with the rules and regulations defined by the Idaho State Board of Nursing.
Educates patient based on assessment of needs.
Participates in patient care conferences.
HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS:
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!
MINISTRY/FACILITY INFORMATION:
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
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.