What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse-Wound Ostomy position at Indiana University Health System?
Job Info
Location: On Site- Methodist Hospital
Position: Clinical Nurse - Wound Ostomy
Shift: M-F, day shift, 4/10-hour shifts or 5/8-hour shifts
No weekends, nights, or holidays
The Clinical Nurse - Wound Ostomy provides direction and coordination for a specific patient population with disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems supporting the IU Health Way, in an in-patient setting. The primary area of expertise is in wound, ostomy, and continence management. This role also serves as a consultant to the healthcare team in the area of expertise, ensuring optimal patient care and management.
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Position Overview:
The Clinical Nurse - Wound Ostomy specializes in in- patient management of complex wound, ostomy, and continence cases, offering expert guidance and support to the care team. The role involves developing individualized care plans, providing education, and ensuring best practices in wound and ostomy care are implemented. The nurse acts as a clinical resource, promoting patient-centered, evidence-based practices within the department.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Qualifications & Requirements:
- Associates of Nursing (ASN) required.
- Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Current certification in Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing (CWOCN) within 1 year of eligibility for certification.
- Current certification in Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing (CWOCN) within 1 year of eligibility for certification.
- Other advanced life support certifications may be required per department policies.
- Clinical experience in wound, ostomy, and continence care preferred.
- Knowledge of wound management, ostomy care, and related medical terminology.
- Ability to serve as a clinical resource and consultant within the healthcare team.
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Why IU Health?
As part of Indiana’s largest healthcare system, we offer:
To learn more about our benefits, visit: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you
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Join IU Health!
Become part of Indiana’s leading healthcare system committed to fostering professional growth, innovative education, and exemplary patient care. Support your colleagues and patients through expert nursing education and development.
Ready to influence professional growth and excellence? Apply today to become an Clinical Nurse - Wound Ostomy at IU Health!
Job Category: Nursing
Posting Date: 2026-08-03T16:01:39 00:00
Locations: 1701 N Senate Blvd Indianapolis IN 46202
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day