Copy of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN)

About the role

Jefferson Health at Home by BAYADA was founded on the principle that healthcare gets better when people get better care at home – the place where they feel best. We are currently recruiting for a compassionate Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse (WOCN) for a full-time, part-time, or per diem position to reliably serve patients throughout Montgomery County. This is a Monday – Friday position; no weekends and no holidays.

Responsibilities

• See a client through their care needs – from hospital discharge to living a safe home life with comfort, independence, and dignity.
• Deliver 1:1 skilled nursing, intervention, and supportive care in accordance with individual care plan, including administration of medication, wound care, treatments, and comfort care.
• Conduct wound care consultations and provide oversight.
• Perform client assessments, provide education to the patient and/or their family, and monitor patients’ condition.

Requirements

• Active and current license to practice as a professional registered nurse (RN) in the state of PA.
• Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse (WOCN) certification required.
• Prior home care experience strongly preferred, but not required.
• Ability to travel to cases as assigned.
• A calm and reassuring presence, active listening skills, excellent assessment skills and strong written and verbal communication.
• The ability to deliver patient care as you would want those you love to be treated, with compassion, excellence, and reliability.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules for work/life balance: full-time, part-time, per-diem, and on-call. Scheduling is primarily during the daytime hours.
• 1:1 hands-on training supplemented with virtual learning.
• Ability to perform 1:1 direct client care and advocate for clients’ needs.
• 24/7 clinical support as part of a larger care team with the highest safety standards.
• PTO and benefits offerings based on commitment level.
• Continued education and training; tuition reimbursement.