Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care Nurse Educator
2 weeks ago
Become an integral part of a prestigious academic healthcare institution, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care Nurse Educator at our Hyde Park Campus.
A Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care Nurse Educator acts as a clinical expert for patients experiencing both acute and chronic skin conditions (such as pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, and surgical wounds), as well as other skin-related issues (including Graft versus Host Disease and Moisture Associated Skin Damage), and ostomy and continence requirements. Key responsibilities encompass direct patient engagement, clinical evaluations, treatment recommendations, educational initiatives, and quality enhancement.
Sign-On Bonus Eligibility: Up to $5,000
Core Responsibilities
- Conducts consultations for patients with compromised skin integrity to formulate personalized care plans and achieve desired outcomes.
- Utilizes consultation sessions to educate healthcare staff and family members.
- Guides staff in executing protocols aimed at identifying, managing, or eliminating factors contributing to skin deterioration, including the selection of suitable support surfaces.
- Delivers comprehensive education to patients, caregivers, and healthcare personnel regarding Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Care.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of procedures and protocols grounded in current evidence and national standards to provide optimal patient care.
- Assists nursing staff in maintaining up-to-date knowledge and skills in wound and skin care.
- Collaborates with nursing leadership on quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives as appropriate.
- Engages in ongoing professional development activities.
- Maintains and submits necessary activity logs to the supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Active RN license in Illinois
- A minimum of three years of nursing experience
- Experience in Wound Care
- Understanding and application of adult learning principles
- Proven complex decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Certification as a Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (CWOCN)
- Demonstrated leadership experience, such as serving as a charge nurse, preceptor, or manager
- Prior experience in multidisciplinary teams or nursing leadership committees
Position Details
- Job Type/FTE: 1.0 Full-time
- Shift: Day, 7am-5:30pm, 4-10 hour shifts per week
- Unit/Department: Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care
- CBA Code: Non-Union
Since 1899, we have been leaders in the field of medicine. We deliver exceptional healthcare with compassion, always recognizing that each patient is a unique individual. To achieve this, we seek employees who are passionate, talented, and committed—to our patients and to one another. Together, we strive to advance medical innovation, address community health needs, and enhance our collective knowledge. If you aspire to enrich human life through your work, UChicago Medicine is the place for you. Here, at the forefront of healthcare, we are engaged in meaningful work. Bring your passion.
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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We assess qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Compliance with UChicago Medicine's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement is mandatory as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination must be provided as part of the pre-employment process, in addition to compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Furthermore, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are required for all candidates prior to hire.
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