Job Description
Summary
Responsible for the development of wound and/or ostomy plan of care for patients and provides ongoing management as needed. Collaborates with patient’s family and caregivers by establishing strong partnerships dedicated to optimal care. The Wound Care and Ostomy Specialist facilitates the delivery of optimal patient care by the healthcare team through delegation, facilitation, collaboration, critical thinking and prioritization. Accountable for the management of care and the care environment by ensuring effective communication through all members of the healthcare team. Independently plans and provides excellent professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders, established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice, Indiana Nurse Practice Act, and the ANA Code of Ethics.
Education
Must obtain Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within three years of employment o...
Responsible for the development of wound and/or ostomy plan of care for patients and provides ongoing management as needed. Collaborates with patient’s family and caregivers by establishing strong partnerships dedicated to optimal care. The Wound Care and Ostomy Specialist facilitates the delivery of optimal patient care by the healthcare team through delegation, facilitation, collaboration, critical thinking and prioritization. Accountable for the management of care and the care environment by ensuring effective communication through all members of the healthcare team. Independently plans and provides excellent professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders, established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice, Indiana Nurse Practice Act, and the ANA Code of Ethics.
Education
Must obtain Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within three years of employment o...