Wound Ostomy Continence

Makes recommendations to patients in obtaining related products. * Assesses individual patient needs and goals, and provides educational programs to physicians, nursing, and other paramedical professionals on ostomy/wound care management and self-care education. Conducts continuing educational programs for physicians and nursing personnel. This helps provide current standards of practice for ostomy patients. Provides patient/family teaching and education regarding ostomy/wound care and self-management. Experience Basic Qualifications: * Minimum 1 year previous clinical nursing experience as a Registered Nurse in caring for patients with abdominal stomas, draining wounds, fistulas, and pressure sores ulcers. Education * Bachelors Degree * Completion of an accredited Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing (WOCN) program. License, Certification, Registration * Registered Nurse License (California) * Wound Care Nurse Certificate from Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) * Ostomy Care Nurse Certificate from Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) * Basic Life Support Additional Requirements * Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric and adult patient teaching principles. * Demonstrated knowledge of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary and integumentary systems including pathophysiology. * Effective communication skills. * Fine motor dexterity. * Certified Continence Nurse (CCCN) Preferred Qualifications * Current Board Certification in Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing (CWOCN). Notes * Cover Riverside service area in all the supporting MOBs in Riverside, Moreno Valley, Murrieta for wound care services