Emory Healthcare

Registered Nurse, Wound and Ostomy Care

Emory Healthcare

Atlanta, GA, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelBachelors
Job Description

The Registered Nurse – Wound and Ostomy Care at Emory Healthcare is responsible for providing the highest quality of patient care in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to patient advocacy. The successful candidate should possess a current nursing license, a minimum of two years of experience in wound and ostomy care nursing, and a passion for excellence in patient care. The Registered Nurse – Wound and Ostomy Care will be part of a team of nurses working together to provide comprehensive care to patients with wounds and ostomies. If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of our patients, and you have the qualifications and experience needed to meet the demands of this position, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

  1. Provide high quality patient care in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  2. Communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals.
  3. Advocate for patient care needs and ensure best practices in wound and ostomy care.
  4. Maintain current nursing license and stay up to date on current clinical practices related to wound and ostomy care.
  5. Collaborate with a team of nurses to provide comprehensive care to patients with wounds and ostomies.
  6. Monitor patient progress and provide updates to the multidisciplinary team.
  7. Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
  8. Educate patients and family members about wound and ostomy care, including proper wound and ostomy management.
  9. Document patient information and progress in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
  10. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines.
Where is this job?
This job is located at Atlanta, GA, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree In Nursing

  • Ability To Work In A Fast-Paced Environment

  • Excellent Interpersonal And Communication Skills

  • Current Registered Nurse (Rn) License In The State Of Georgia

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Acls) Certification

  • Certified Wound

  • Ostomy

  • And Continence Nurse (Cwocn) Certification

  • Certification In Basic Life Support (Bls)

  • Knowledge Of Ostomy

  • Wound

  • And Continence Care Principles

Required Skills
  • Documentation

  • Communication

  • Time Management

  • Problem Solving

  • Critical Thinking

  • Patient care

  • Teamwork

  • Collaboration

  • Infection control

  • education

  • Wound care

  • advocacy

  • assessment

  • Clinical Judgment

  • Ostomy care

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Negotiation

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Organization

  • Critical thinking

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Registered Nurse, Wound and Ostomy Care in Atlanta, GA, USA is $59,000 to $85,000. This range depends on the experience of the nurse, the type of facility, and the area of Atlanta in which the nurse is employed.

Additional Information
Emory Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedNovember 2nd, 2023
Apply BeforeAugust 19th, 2025
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