Wound Ostomy Registered Nurse

Hello and thank you for your interest in the Wound Ostomy Registered Nurse position at Providence St. Patrick Hospital. We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled nurse to join our dynamic team and provide exceptional care to our patients with complex wounds, ostomies, and continence issues. This role requires a strong clinical background, critical thinking skills, and a passion for helping patients improve their quality of life. If you have a Wound Ostomy Certification and a minimum of 2 years of experience in wound care, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our patients and their families.

1. Provide exceptional care to patients with complex wounds, ostomies, and continence issues.
2. Utilize strong clinical background and critical thinking skills to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
3. Maintain a compassionate and empathetic approach while interacting with patients and their families.
4. Collaborate with other healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
5. Monitor and document patient progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
6. Educate patients and their families on proper wound care, ostomy management, and continence management.
7. Stay current with advances in wound, ostomy, and continence care and incorporate evidence-based practices into patient care.
8. Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, as well as regulatory standards and guidelines.
9. Demonstrate professionalism and strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
10. Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following infection control and safety protocols.
11. Serve as a resource for other nurses and healthcare team members regarding wound, ostomy, and continence care.
12. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices.
13. Attend continuing education and training opportunities to maintain certification and enhance knowledge and skills.
14. Uphold the mission, values, and standards of Providence St. Patrick Hospital in all aspects of job performance.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Wound Ostomy Registered Nurse in Portland, OR, USA is $77,000 - $107,000 per year. This can vary depending on years of experience, education, and specific job responsibilities.

Providence Health & Services in Montana is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, physicians, clinics, care centers, hospice and home health programs, and diverse community services across western Montana. With more than 40 clinics, two hospitals and over 2,000 caregivers statewide, their health and services organizations work together to provide quality care to those in need.