Clinical Advisor Wound Ostomy Nurse ARTC

Catholic Health System

Buffalo, NY

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JOB DETAILS

LOCATION

Buffalo, NY

POSTED

24 days ago

Facility: Administrative Regional Training Cntr

Shift: Shift 1

Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates

Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: Yes

Work Schedule: Days

Hours:

8-4

Summary:

The Clinical Advisor, Wound-Ostomy Nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in the care of patients with wounds, ostomies, and/or continence disorders. Primary responsibilities are to direct, coordinate, and evaluate patient care in the area(s) of their expertise. Specific functions include consultation and education for patients and Catholic Health (CH) clinical staff. Supports nursing care management and collaborates with other multidisciplinary teams of health care providers to implement evidence based care, update clinical practice based on current research and changes in patient/ family needs. This nurse works collaboratively with the hospital nursing staff, the wound care center and other departments to promote a seamless transition of services.

Responsibilities:

EDUCATION

Current New York State RN License
Bachelor of Science in Nursing or enrolled in a BSN program with completion date within three (3) years of hire
MS in nursing or education preferred
Current BLS certification
Certification in wound/ostomy care preferred
(In lieu of certification, enrollment in a certification program and completion within two (2) years will be accepted)

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of nursing experience, preferably medical-surgical
One (1) year of previous clinical nursing experience in caring for patients with abdominal stomas, draining wounds, fistulas and pressure ulcers preferred
Two (2) years of patient and/or staff teaching experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Strong Microsoft Office skill set
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills and leadership ability
Knowledge of current technology and products used in the treatment of wounds
Knowledge of Department of Health regulations
Ability to provide direction and motivate workforce

WORKING CONDITIONS

Travel between facilities required
Facility-specific weekend or evening hours may be required
May be required to transport educational materials
Outpatient ostomy visits at Wound Center

About the Company

Catholic Health System

Catholic Health is dedicated to developing an exceptional workforce focused on a culture of inclusiveness and integrity that values diversity. Located in Buffalo, NY, Catholic Health is a non-profit healthcare system that provides care to Western New Yorkers across a network of hospitals, primary care centers, imaging centers, and several other community ministries. Our mission sets us apart. It's the human side of healthcare – the touch, smile or comforting word that can help make your healthcare experience better. It's treating all people with respect and dignity, and providing comfort in times of greatest need.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services

FOUNDED

1998

WEBSITE

http://www.chsbuffalo.org

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