Kaiser Permanente
Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse Trainee
Kaiser Permanente, Baldwin Park, California, United States, 91706
Description:
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the WOCN, primary role will include, but not be limited to, the direct care of patient and family of patients with gastrointestinal and genitourinary stomas, gastrointestinal and genitourinary continence disorders, acute/chronic wounds and fistulas. Direct care may encompass the complete care continuum and include assessment, testing, planning of care, intervention(s) and on-going re-evaluation of patients.
Essential Responsibilities:
Under the direction of a WOCN, may provide follow-up and interventions to patients diagnosed with ostomies, draining wounds, fistulae, or skin breakdown secondary to pressure, incontinence, venous hypertension, arterial insufficiency, trauma, surgery or diabetic neuropathy and other related skin issues.Under the direction of a WOCN, may provide direct patient care counseling of individuals anticipating surgery which may result in the creation of a stoma, individualized instruction for those who have an abdominal stoma for the diversion of stool or urine, or assessment and treatment recommendations for the above stated skin breakdown conditions.Assists patient through continuum of care for management of related issues.Evaluates new and currently used products for ostomy, continence and wound care.Makes recommendations to patients in obtaining related products.Under the direction of a WOCN, may assess 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.Assist the WOCN in conducting continuing educational programs for physicians and nursing personnel. This helps provide current standards of practice for ostomy patients.Assist the WOCN in providing patient/family teaching and education regarding ostomy/wound care and self-management.Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanentes Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanentes policies and procedures.In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors.Kaiser Permanente is an EEO/AA Employer.Basic Qualifications:Experience
Minimum one (1) year previous clinical nursing experience as a Registered Nurse.Education
Bachelors degree required.Acceptance into an approved, accredited Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing (WOCN) program.License, Certification, RegistrationWound Ostomy Continence Nurse Certificate within 12 months of hire from Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board OR Wound Ostomy Care Nurse Certificate within 12 months of hire from Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification BoardRegistered Nurse License (California)Basic Life SupportAdditional Requirements:
Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric and adult patient teaching principles.Effective communication skills.Fine motor dexterity.Preferred Qualifications:
N/A
Primary Location:
California,Baldwin Park,Baldwin Park HospitalScheduled Weekly Hours:
20Shift:
DayWorkdays:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, SunWorking Hours Start:
08:30 AMWorking Hours End:
05:00 PMJob Schedule:
Part-timeJob Type:
StandardWorker Location:
OnsiteEmployee Status:
RegularEmployee Group/Union Affiliation:
B23|AFSCME|KPCSP-WOCNsJob Level:
Individual ContributorDepartment:
Baldwin Park Med Center - Mixed MedSurg/Tele Unit 1 - 0801Pay Range:
$57.35 - $57.35 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.Travel:
NoOn-site:
Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the WOCN, primary role will include, but not be limited to, the direct care of patient and family of patients with gastrointestinal and genitourinary stomas, gastrointestinal and genitourinary continence disorders, acute/chronic wounds and fistulas. Direct care may encompass the complete care continuum and include assessment, testing, planning of care, intervention(s) and on-going re-evaluation of patients.
Essential Responsibilities:
Under the direction of a WOCN, may provide follow-up and interventions to patients diagnosed with ostomies, draining wounds, fistulae, or skin breakdown secondary to pressure, incontinence, venous hypertension, arterial insufficiency, trauma, surgery or diabetic neuropathy and other related skin issues.Under the direction of a WOCN, may provide direct patient care counseling of individuals anticipating surgery which may result in the creation of a stoma, individualized instruction for those who have an abdominal stoma for the diversion of stool or urine, or assessment and treatment recommendations for the above stated skin breakdown conditions.Assists patient through continuum of care for management of related issues.Evaluates new and currently used products for ostomy, continence and wound care.Makes recommendations to patients in obtaining related products.Under the direction of a WOCN, may assess 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.Assist the WOCN in conducting continuing educational programs for physicians and nursing personnel. This helps provide current standards of practice for ostomy patients.Assist the WOCN in providing patient/family teaching and education regarding ostomy/wound care and self-management.Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanentes Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanentes policies and procedures.In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors.Kaiser Permanente is an EEO/AA Employer.Basic Qualifications:Experience
Minimum one (1) year previous clinical nursing experience as a Registered Nurse.Education
Bachelors degree required.Acceptance into an approved, accredited Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing (WOCN) program.License, Certification, RegistrationWound Ostomy Continence Nurse Certificate within 12 months of hire from Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board OR Wound Ostomy Care Nurse Certificate within 12 months of hire from Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification BoardRegistered Nurse License (California)Basic Life SupportAdditional Requirements:
Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric and adult patient teaching principles.Effective communication skills.Fine motor dexterity.Preferred Qualifications:
N/A
Primary Location:
California,Baldwin Park,Baldwin Park HospitalScheduled Weekly Hours:
20Shift:
DayWorkdays:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, SunWorking Hours Start:
08:30 AMWorking Hours End:
05:00 PMJob Schedule:
Part-timeJob Type:
StandardWorker Location:
OnsiteEmployee Status:
RegularEmployee Group/Union Affiliation:
B23|AFSCME|KPCSP-WOCNsJob Level:
Individual ContributorDepartment:
Baldwin Park Med Center - Mixed MedSurg/Tele Unit 1 - 0801Pay Range:
$57.35 - $57.35 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.Travel:
NoOn-site:
Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest