Wound Ostomy Continence

Are you passionate about providing high-quality care to patients with complex wound, ostomy, and continence needs? Are you looking to join a dynamic and patient-focused healthcare team? Kaiser Permanente is seeking a dedicated Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) nurse to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of our patients. In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize your specialized skills and expertise to provide comprehensive care and education to patients with WOC needs. To excel in this role, you must be a licensed Registered Nurse with a WOCN certification and possess strong critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of our patients and work in a collaborative and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Kaiser Permanente.

1. Provide high-quality care to patients with complex wound, ostomy, and continence needs.
2. Utilize specialized skills and expertise to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with WOC needs.
3. Educate patients and their families on wound, ostomy, and continence care and management.
4. Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
5. Monitor and document patient progress and respond to changes in their condition.
6. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
7. Maintain up-to-date knowledge and expertise in WOC nursing practices.
8. Adhere to all policies, procedures, and protocols related to wound, ostomy, and continence care.
9. Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
10. Serve as a resource and mentor to other healthcare team members regarding WOC nursing.
11. Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients receiving WOC care.
12. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and processes.
13. Comply with all regulatory and accreditation requirements.
14. Continuously assess and identify areas for improvement in WOC care.
15. Maintain confidentiality and privacy of patient information.
16. Collaborate with community resources to facilitate patient care and support.
17. Attend and participate in educational and professional development opportunities.
18. Serve as an advocate for patients and their needs.
19. Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care.
20. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions and interventions.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Wound Ostomy Continence in Riverside, CA, USA is $96,000 to $130,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as years of experience, education level, and specific job responsibilities.

Kaiser Permanente is an American integrated managed care consortium, based in Oakland, California, United States, founded in 1945 by industrialist Henry J. Kaiser and physician Sidney Garfield.