OSTOMY WOUND Clinician

Overview

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Wound Ostomy Department in Kankakee, Illinois. The RN will provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients undergoing various wound ostomy treatments. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical and interpersonal skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a commitment to excellence in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with ostomies, wounds, and continence needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients, focusing on wound healing, ostomy management, and continence care.
• Perform wound debridement, ostomy care, and other specialized procedures as needed.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity.
• Patient
  
  Education:
  
  Educate patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatment options, and post-discharge care. Provide support and resources to help patients manage their health and recovery.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and hospital documentation standards.
• Patient
  
  Experience:
  
  Engage with patients and their families in a manner that promotes comfort, trust, and understanding. Address patient concerns with empathy and professionalism, striving to create a positive and supportive environment that fosters a sense of security and well-being.
• Employee
  
  Experience:
  
  Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment. Offer constructive feedback and assistance to peers, and engage in open communication to promote a culture of mutual respect and teamwork.
• Emergency Response:
  Respond to medical emergencies with quick and effective intervention, including performing life-saving procedures and stabilizing patients as needed.
• Infection Control:
  Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Implement standard precautions and safety measures to prevent the spread of infections.
• Lead the development and implementation of wound and ostomy care protocols across the hospital.
• Provide ongoing education and training to nursing staff and other healthcare professionals on wound care, ostomy management, and continence care.
• Serve as a clinical resource for the healthcare team regarding wound and ostomy care best practices.
• Develop and update educational materials and resources for staff and patients.
• Team member will maintain annual education requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g. DNV CARF and or others)

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with best practices and advancements in wound ostomy nursing.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff members and students as needed.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives when applicable.
• Assist in maintaining inventory levels of wound and ostomy care supplies.
• Participate in hospital committees and task forces as requested.

• Minimum of three years of Med-Surg nursing

• Two years of experience in wound and ostomy care

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred
• Professional nursing certification in area of specialty preferred.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:

• Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and…