Wound​/Ostomy Specialist RN

Join Novant Health as a Wound & Ostomy Specialist RN and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes through expert wound, skin, and ostomy care. In this specialized role, you'll collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based treatment, patient education, and clinical leadership while helping drive quality outcomes across Wound & Ostomy Services.

• Specialized role focused on wound, skin, and ostomy management
• Opportunity to serve as a clinical expert and educator across the organization
• Collaborative partnerships with physicians, nursing teams, and interdisciplinary departments
• Involvement in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice
• Leadership opportunities supporting Wound & Ostomy Services operations
• Professional development and specialty certification support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off and wellness resources

• Assess and manage complex wounds, including surgical wounds, pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, burns, and other skin conditions
• Develop and implement individualized wound care treatment plans, including advanced therapies and dressing recommendations
• Provide preoperative and postoperative ostomy education and support
• Evaluate and manage ostomy-related concerns, including leakage, peristomal skin complications, and stoma management
• Educate patients, caregivers, and clinical staff on wound prevention, treatment, and ongoing care
• Serve as a clinical resource to nursing and interdisciplinary teams
• Coordinate staff scheduling and patient assignments for Wound & Ostomy Services
• Collaborate across departments to support efficient wound and ostomy supply management
• Support quality improvement initiatives, productivity goals, and clinical best practices
• Promote evidence-based care that enhances patient outcomes and operational efficiency

• • Associate Degree in Nursing required
  • BSN preferred
  • Current RN license in the applicable state required
  • Two years of clinical nursing experience preferred
  • Wound Care Certification required
  • Ostomy Certification required
  • Strong assessment, communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills
  • Passion for patient education, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

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