Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse

Position Overview

Responsible and accountable for compliance to all standards of practice and professional development in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, United Health Services and Home Care policies and philosophy, ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Nurses, WOCN Standards, and the Bill of Patient Rights. Promotes a caring and healing environment for patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Compliance to all standards of practice and professional development
• Promote a caring and healing environment for patient-centered care

Qualifications

Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• Bachelor degree in Nursing
• 2 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting
• Completion of an accredited WOCN program for WOC Nursing (WOCNEP) within 1 year

Preferred:

• Previous completion of a WOCNEP program
• Previous experience as a WOCN
• 6 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• Current New York State Registered Nurse License
• Certification through the WOCN Certification Board (WOCNCB) within 1 year
• CPR Certification required upon hire

Preferred:

• Current certification as a Certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse (CWOCN) through WOCNCB

Pay

$33.57 - $51.39 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule

Day Regular, 40 hours per week

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week
• Flexible plan options and coverage tiers
• Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection
• PTO accrual starting from day one
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Access to financial advisors
• Up to $400/year in wellness rewards
• 24/7 EAP counseling
• Virtual mental health support
• Food pantry
• PTO donation program
• Professional attire through the Classy Closet
• Access to 100,000+ online courses
• Leadership programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clinical ladders
• Internal mobility opportunities
• Market-competitive compensation with regular reviews

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