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Position Purpose: The Wound Ostomy Nurse is a Registered Nurse specialist that provides direct patient care, to coordinate, deliver, and evaluate patients with wounds and ostomies, or are at risk for skin breakdown. Other duties include performance improvement, data collection and working with supply chain management to consult on materials. Specialized training includes certification in wound and ostomy.

What you will do:

• Responsible for collaboration, communication & facilitation of optimal provision of care supporting management of wound, skin and ostomy care.
• Consult to recommend best practice for complex wounds, ostomies and preservation of skin.
• Data collection and reporting quality outcomes to performance improvement.
• Monitor quality metrics specific to the department & ensure complete & accurate documentation in the patient record.
• Works with interdisciplinary team of hospitalist physicians, clinical affiliates, nursing, care managers, nutrition, Rehab services, and pharmacy.
• Utilize clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills & the principles of case management & adult education to coordinate, implement & support the plan of care. 
• Ensure a seamless, effective, efficient transition of care across the continuum.
• Act as 1) mentor; 2) clinician; 3) educator; 4) consultant/collaborator; and 5) navigator.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.

• Baccalaureate Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing required.
• Minimum of four years’ experience in acute care nursing. 
• Teaching experience is desirable.
• Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area preferred.
• Wound Ostomy Nurse or Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse Certification is preferred.
• Maintains all licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements.
• Participates in continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Organization Highlights and Benefits:

• Our Trinity Health Culture: Our staff know, understand, incorporate & demonstrate our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, through their actions, behaviors, practices & decisions. Our Unit practice counsels, and open-door guiding principle gives all our employees a voice.
• Professional Environment of Care: Practice in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy atmosphere. On campus parking for only $6/pay.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages available through Trinity Health, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, education assistance, onsite fitness center and option for daily pay.
• Professional Development: We offer a robust education program, a generous tuition reimbursement allowance, and clinical ladder incentives to support career growth. Our collaborative culture encourages individual interests, while our leaders ensure we stay prepared for the evolving landscape of health care. We also support job share opportunities to promote flexibility, satisfaction, and continuous development. We encourage participation and support community programs and outreach.
• Work/Life: Scheduling options to balance work/life/school and recreational calendars.

Ministry/Facility Information.

Located in the heart of central New York, St. Joseph’s is one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery and one of America’s 100 Best for Spine Surgery and Coronary Intervention according to Healthgrades. It is ranked by Consumer Reports among the top 15 heart surgery centers in the country, a designated Stroke Center, a U.S. News “Best Regional Hospital” and “Best Maternity Hospital”. With a comprehensive range of primary-care practices, mental health services, women's and infants' care, and oncology services, St. Joesph’s Health network offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Our high-quality specialty and mental health services aim to coordinate the continuum of care, as a compassionate healing presence to improve all aspects of health.  Joining our team means becoming part of a nationally recognized, elite group of healthcare professionals who are passionate about patient care and supporting one another.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.

Pay Range: $41.45- $62.20

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.