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Scripps Health

Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse - Green Hospital - Days

Scripps Health, La Jolla, California, us, 92093


Description Why Scripps Health? Innovative Workplace:

Be part of a healthcare system that prioritizes innovation and evidence-based care. Professional Growth:

Enjoy opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through leadership in a specialized field. Collaborative Environment:

Work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment where your expertise will be valued and utilized to the fullest. Patient-Centered Focus:

Make a tangible impact on patient outcomes by providing specialized, life-changing care.

Scripps Green Hospital, located in the Torrey Pines area of La Jolla, is part of the Scripps Health network and offers a wide range of medical services. Join an innovative and collaborative healthcare team, making a direct impact on patients' lives while leading system-wide programs in wound, ostomy, and continence care. As a

Wound, Ostomy, and Continence RN

at Scripps Health, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive, evidence-based WOC program. You'll have the opportunity to shape patient outcomes by providing expert care, education, and consultation, while empowering healthcare professionals across the system. Key Responsibilities: *

Program Development & Leadership: Spearhead the creation and ongoing enhancement of a system-wide program that ensures best practices in

skin, wound, ostomy, and continence care . Ensure the program reflects the latest in

evidence-based care , driving clinical excellence and positive patient outcomes. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to establish protocols and practices that optimize care delivery across all care settings.

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Clinical Consultation & Direct Patient Care: Serve as a

clinical consultant , providing expert guidance to nursing staff, physicians, and the broader care team in managing complex wound, ostomy, and continence cases. Deliver

direct patient care

and personalized education to selected patients, supporting them through all phases of care and ensuring optimal recovery and quality of life. Focus on preventative care, early detection, and management of wound and skin integrity issues.

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Staff Development & Education: Lead educational initiatives to enhance the skills and knowledge of healthcare professionals throughout Scripps, including nurses, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members. Provide ongoing mentorship, in-service training, and hands-on demonstrations in your areas of expertise. Develop and disseminate resources, such as care guidelines and educational materials, to promote consistent, high-quality care across the system.

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Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with

internal and external stakeholders , including physicians, administrators, and patients, to ensure comprehensive, seamless care. Act as a key resource for all

members of the interdisciplinary team , fostering collaboration and communication to resolve complex clinical issues. Serve as a point of contact for

external customers , such as referring physicians and specialized healthcare providers, enhancing the continuum of care.

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Qualifications

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. 2 years of clinical practice within the last 4 years.

Required Certification/Registration: * Current RN license in California. Current AHA Healthcare Provider and Graduate of an accredited school of WOCN or Wound Care Certification(WCC) or WCC or WOCN education in progress with completion within 2 years of hire.

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification: * Current Certification as a WOCN or WON. Job: RN Primary Location: Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS GREEN HOSPITAL Work Locations: SCRIPPS GREEN HOSPITAL 10666 N. TORREY PINES ROAD LA JOLLA 92037 Organization: Scripps Green Hospital Job Posting: Sep 25, 2024, 9:42:18 PM Benefit Status: FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS Minimum Rate (USD): 58.75 - Maximum Rate (USD): 83.35 In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer. Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.