Position Overview

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We are seeking a dedicated Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN) Registered Nurse to join our hospital’s hospice care team. This specialized role provides advanced wound, ostomy, and continence management for patients receiving end-of-life care within the hospital setting. The WOCN RN ensures comfort, dignity, and quality of life by integrating clinical expertise with compassionate support for patients and families.

 

Key Responsibilities

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Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver individualized wound, ostomy, and continence care for hospice patients admitted to the hospital.

• Implement evidence-based wound care interventions, including advanced dressings, infection prevention, and pain management strategies.

• Provide ostomy education and continence support to patients, families, and caregivers in the hospital environment.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Partner with physicians, hospital nurses, palliative care specialists, social workers, chaplains, and allied health professionals to develop holistic care plans.

• Serve as a clinical resource for hospital staff regarding wound and ostomy best practices in hospice care.

Patient & Family Support

• Offer compassionate education and emotional support to patients and families navigating complex care needs in the hospital setting.

• Promote dignity and comfort through proactive symptom management and clear communication

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the hospital’s electronic health record system.

• Ensure compliance with hospital infection control standards, hospice regulations, and accreditation requirements.

 

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.

• Certification as a Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN) required.

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience; hospital, hospice, or palliative care experience preferred.

• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment while maintaining a patient-centered focus.

• Compassionate approach with sensitivity to end-of-life care needs.

 

Work Environment

• Hospital-based hospice unit and inpatient care areas.

• Collaboration with acute-care teams while focusing on hospice philosophy.

• Flexible scheduling with potential weekend and on-call responsibilities.

 

Why Join Us

• Be part of a hospital team that integrates advanced clinical resources with compassionate hospice care.

• Opportunities for professional growth in both wound care and palliative nursing.

• Supportive environment that values interdisciplinary teamwork, clinical excellence, and patient dignity.