Job Description
The Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) Nurse is an expert in caring for patients with wound, ostomy, and continence needs, supporting clinical care, education, and quality improvement.
Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, diagnosing issues, setting outcomes, analyzing data, and collaborating with the healthcare team to enhance care and efficiency.
Provides direct clinical support and evaluates policies to improve practice quality.
Assists in resource allocation, cost analysis, and patient service coordination.
Requires graduation from an accredited WOC Nursing program, current RN license, 3-5 years nursing experience, and plans to obtain certification within a year.
Preferred candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in nursing, with a Master’s preferred, and demonstrate effective communication, collaboration, and accountability skills.
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