Wound/Ostomy Nurse (Reg) at Partner's Healthcare in Newton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
The Wound/Ostomy Nurse is a Registered Nurse with advanced education, training and clinical expertise in the care of patients with wounds, ostomies and incontinence. The Wound/Ostomy Nurse serves as a clinical resource and consultant for all members of the healthcare team. The Wound/Ostomy Nurse collaborates closely with other Nurses as well as Nurse Practitioners and Providers. The Wound/Ostomy Nurse works with many specialties within the Multispecialty Clinic, including Surgical Wound Care, Acute Care Services, Plastics, Colon and Rectal and General Surgery. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the care, education, and rehabilitation of all patients with specific disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems. The focus of this role is on the following key areas: • Assesses patient's needs related to wound/ostomy and continence issues incorporating functional, emotional, age-related and cultural information as indicated. • Derives the diagnosis and identifies healthcare issues based onthe assessment. • Provides education for the patient and the family on issues pertaining to wound/ostomy /continence and other health-related issues. • Works closely with Nursing, Medical and other staff to ensure maximal outcomes for patients with wound/ostomy or continence problems. - Develops and implements policies, procedures, and standards of care that guide and support the provision of evidence-based nursing practice and patient care. - Conducts assessments and develops educational programs for all levels of personnel to meet the unique needs of patients with wound, ostomy or continence problems. - Coaches and mentors nursing staff to manage the care for patients with wound, ostomy & continence problems. - Leads the Pressure Injury Prevention Program. - Collaborates with the Wound/Ostomy team members to lead regular pressure injury prevalence surveys. - Coordinates with the outpatient wound/ostomy service and utilizes the electronic medical record (EMR) to communicate and document the patient's care and ensure a seamless transition of care from inpatient to outpatient services. - Participates in quality and performance improvement initiatives to identify Wound/Ostomy Continence related issues. • Collects data, analyzes findings and formulates recommendations to improve patient care outcomes and excellence in nursing practice for every patient.



Qualifications


The ideal candidate will have the following experience: Experience: • Minimum of two years of Nursing experience • Prior wound/ostomy experience required. --- General Care or Medical Surgical nursing experience preferred. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: • Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. • Current certification as a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse (CWON) or Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse (CWOCN, WOCNCB) required.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional Job Description



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


2014 Washington Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


40



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.




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