RN Wound Care Ostomy Continence, WOC Nurse Clinical Educator
Health First Careers
Melbourne, FL
27 days ago
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Job Description
Job Requirements
$20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-time WOCN RN Positions*
$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for Part-time WOC Nurse and Clinical Educator Position*
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Health / Vision Benefits are effective on your first day of employment
All other benefits are effective on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Dental Life Insurance Short Term Disability / Long Term Disability Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts Accidental Death Coverage (AD&D) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Compassionate Leave Jury Duty Leaves of Absence Tuition Reimbursement Retirement Savings (401K) with company match Great PTO and personal time off program
Voluntary benefits
Permanent life insurance Critical illness insurance Hospital indemnity insurance Accident insurance Legal insurance Identity theft protection Pet insurance and discounts
Work Experience
WOCN RN Key Responsibilities:
Advanced Clinical Practice: Expertly manages patients with ostomies, wounds, fistulas, skin integrity issues, and incontinence, including performing conservative sharp debridement, providing consultations, and recommending specialty surfaces and devices.
Education and Leadership: Identifies and addresses educational needs of patients, staff, and the community, assists in orienting and mentoring nursing students and staff, and contributes to the development of care standards, policies, and clinical pathways.
Collaboration and Research: Actively participates in committees, research, and quality improvement initiatives, serves as a resource for support groups, and enhances patient satisfaction by promoting continuity of care and responding to patient needs.
WOCN RN Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing or related Bachelor’s Degree. At least two (2) years of clinical experience as an RN. Current State of Florida RN licensure or endorsement. Must hold current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Completion Card before start date and maintain. Current Board certification by the WOCN Certification Board in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence.
WOC Nurse and Clinical Educator Key Responsibilities:
Advanced Clinical Expertise & Patient Care: Demonstrates specialized nursing skills in managing complex conditions like ostomies, wounds, fistulas, and incontinence, including performing conservative sharp debridement and providing expert consultations to improve patient outcomes.
Education, Leadership & Collaboration: Identifies educational needs and delivers training to patients, families, and healthcare staff; mentors new nurses and students; contributes to policy development and serves in leadership roles on various clinical committees.
Quality Improvement & Community Engagement: Participates in research and performance improvement initiatives, supports continuity of care through community resources, and enhances patient experience through direct engagement and evidence-based practices.
Educator Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing or related Bachelor’s Degree. At least two (2) years of clinical experience as an RN. At least two (2) years clinical experience as a certified WOCN Current State of Florida RN licensure or endorsement. Must hold current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Completion Card before start date and maintain. Current Board certification by the WOCN Certification Board in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence.
Benefits
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