Registered Nurse II- Wound Care
Medical University of South CarolinaAbout the role
Job Description Summary
Under limited supervision, the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOCN) provides an in-depth plan of care to patients of all ages (neonate to adult) with wounds, ostomies, or continence issues, throughout inpatient units across the division. The role coordinates nursing management and collaborates with other health care providers to implement progressive changes. This position updates clinical practice based on current research and changes in the age and level of development of patients, with consideration of the needs of the patient's family.Required: Ability to work in close collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and other health disciplines. Knowledge of consultative and operational processes.
Ability to travel between MUSC Downtown, MUSC Northeast, and MUSC Kershaw several times a week for consults and weekly assessments.
Ability to assess, monitor, and treat different types of wounds weekly at all three of the Midland's campuses.
May be required to assist with ostomy training and education in the MUSC doctor's office.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC000944 COL - Wound Care - IP (DMC)Pay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-28Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)
Hours Per Week: 40
Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday. No weekends, no holidays, no call.
Job Summary/Purpose: Under limited supervision, the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOCN) provides an in-depth plan of care to patients of all ages (neonate to adult) with wounds, ostomies, or continence issues, throughout inpatient units across the division. The role coordinates nursing management and collaborates with other health care providers to implement progressive changes. This position updates clinical practice based on current research and changes in the age and level of development of patients, with consideration of the needs of the patient's family.
Required: Ability to work in close collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and other health disciplines. Knowledge of consultative and operational processes.
Ability to travel between MUSC Downtown, MUSC Northeast, and MUSC Kershaw several times a week for consults and weekly assessments.
Ability to assess, monitor, and treat different types of wounds weekly at all three of the Midland's campuses.
May be required to assist with ostomy training and education in the MUSC doctor's office.
Minimum Training and Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Current WOCNB, Wound and Ostomy (CWON), or Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOCN) certification with additional Continence and Foot Care Certification (CFCN) preferred. Wound and Ostomy Certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state, and a minimum of three years of applied related clinical work experience. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) also required for most nursing areas within the hospital.
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