Calvary Hospital·New York
The WOC Nurse provides acute and rehabilitative care for patients with gastro-intestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary disorders. They also serve as an educator, consultant, and researcher to ensure optimal patient care.
A WOC Nurse (Wound, Ostomy, Continence) provides acute and rehabilitative care for people with selected disorders of the gastro-intestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems. The WOC Nurse provides direct care to patients with stomas, wounds, fistulas, drains, pressure ulcers, tubes and incontinence, and serves as an educator, consultant, and researcher. The WOC Nurse plays a pivotal role in the guidance of optimal patient care.
Current New York State Registered Nurse License/Registration. Current certifications in Wound and Ostomy Nursing or Wound Care Certified (required). Membership in Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing Society (preferred). Minimum of two years Medical/Surgical nursing experience.
Graduate of an accredited school of professional Nursing. Baccalaureate Degree required. Graduate of a WOCN accredited WOC Nursing Education Program (required).
Job
Type: Full-time - 12-hour shifts, 3 days a week.
$129,748 - $155,948 COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged for all new hires prior to beginning employment at Calvary Hospital.
Candidates must hold a current New York State Registered Nurse license and a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing. Additionally, a WOCN accredited certification and at least two years of medical/surgical nursing experience are required.
Market context
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