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Upon consultation, the Wound and Ostomy Specialist assesses, plans implements and evaluates wound and ostomy care on inpatients throughout the hospital. Provides direct patient care and education to selected patients. Serves as a resource and educator to the staff nurse and physician.
Is an integral member of the treatment team and is responsible for the case management of specific patients an in working autonomously and in collaboration with the physicians. The Wound Care Specialist will serve as a resource and educator to physicians and patients when requested by the MD and as staffing permits in the outpatient clinic areas. Qualifications Position Qualifications Required Education Associate’s Degree Graduate of an accredited school of nursing BSN Requirement: New hires effective June 14, 2017, must obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing within three (3) years of hire or transfer into the position.
Employees hired/transferred August 1, 2013–June 13, 2017: Must comply with the conditions outlined in their offer letter and the
signed at the time of hire or transfer. Employees hired/transferred prior to August 1, 2013: Current employees will be grandfathered under the applicable requirements. Preferred Education Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) Necessary Skills Effective oral and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with all members of the health care team Ability to work independently Strong attention to detail Excellent patient assessment skills Required Licensure & Certifications Current license to practice nursing in the state of Florida Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association National Wound Care Certification: Must be obtained within one year of hire or transfer into the position PRN employees must have the certification at the time of hire Required Experience 2–5 years of experience in: Medical-Surgical Nursing (Med-Surg) Intensive Care Preferred Experience Wound and Ostomy Nursing experience
About the role
Upon consultation, the Wound and Ostomy Specialist assesses, plans implements and evaluates wound and ostomy care on inpatients throughout the hospital. Provides direct patient care and education to selected patients. Serves as a resource and educator to the staff nurse and physician.