Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse
Company: Legacy Health
Location: Tualatin
Posted on: February 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse
US-OR-TUALATIN
Job ID: 24-40881
Type: Regular Full-Time
Meridian Park Medical Ctr campus
Overview
The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their
families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do,
as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their
expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In
short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound
like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you
to consider this opportunity.
Responsibilities
The Certified Wound Ostomy nurse (CWON) is responsible for managing
patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting with ostomy, wound
and/or complex skin management needs. Referrals come from
providers, nurses and other health team members. The CWON assesses,
plans, implements and evaluates the care of these patients relative
to their wound, ostomy and complex skin needs. The CWON provides
expert consultation to team members, coordination of services and
education for patients, families and the health team.Service areas
include both inpatient and outpatient settings.The Certified Wound
Ostomy Nurse is competent in the knowledge and skills in the
following treatment and care:
Qualifications
Education: BSN required. Experience: Minimum 1-year nursing
experience in acute care or clinical setting caring for patients
with complex skin, wound or ostomy needs; 2 years
preferred.Knowledge/Skills:Demonstrated ability of positive
interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients,
families, physicians and the community. Keyboard skills and ability
to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION:Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's
Values in Action.Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
Compensation details: 53.61-80.07 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Legacy Health, Portland , Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse, Healthcare , Tualatin, Oregon
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