What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound, Ostomy and Continence RN position at Moorestown Visiting Nurse Association?
Wound, Ostomy, and Continence RN (WOCN)
Established in 1904, Moorestown Visiting Nurse Association is a home care community health organization serving Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester counties in New Jersey.
We are one of the very few home care agencies qualified to provide a continuum of care for patients of all ages, no matter how serious the problem, no matter what stage of the illness. It is care we’ve been delivering to residents of South Jersey for more than 120 years, 24 hours a day. Our services, experience and exceptional people are what set us apart in the minds of our patients.
We are currently seeking a Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse to function as an expert consultant to the healthcare team and to our home care patients. The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse will provide clinical wound, ostomy and continence services to patients with functional limitations that affect their ability to carry out activities of daily living. The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse will also provide direct care, support, and education in the home under the direction of the attending physician and in collaboration with the family other disciplines. Assignments require considerable independence of professional judgment and are carried out in accordance with best practice standards and established policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the agency.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assess referred patients for clinical services.
- Develop and educate patients and their care givers on the plan of care.
- Thoroughly complete all required documentation.
- Possess excellent interpersonal, communication and time management skills.
- Willingness to travel within our service area.
Education and Experience:
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Licensed as a RN by the State of New Jersey.
- Certification for CPR.
- At least 2 years of acute care experience.
- Certified WOCN or WCC
Join our exceptional team and find out why we are the first name in home health care, and therapy services for southern New Jersey patients.
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Salary : $61 - $65