Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Registered Nurse (RN) Acute

Job overview

The Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Registered Nurse (RN) Acute is an onsite role based in Morris, CT, supporting the inpatient nursing wound care team at The Hospital of Central Connecticut. Compensation is not specified for this full-time position, which is part of a comprehensive healthcare network dedicated to providing advanced patient care. This role provides expert clinical care, consultation, education, and leadership regarding patients with wound, skin, ostomy, and continence needs. The WOCN RN is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for acute and chronic wounds, fistulae, pressure ulcers, skin breakdown, ostomy care, and incontinence.

What you'll do

• Provide expert clinical care for wound/skin/ostomy/continence needs
• coordinate care
• identify trends
• develop evidence-based protocols
• provide education to patients/families/colleagues
• serve as a resource to the healthcare team
• advocate for patient rights and safety
• participate in quality improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

rn

wound care

ostomy

continence

morris ct

the hospital of central connecticut

nursing

clinical expertise

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive hourly rates, tuition reimbursement, generous PTO, medical/dental/vision plans, 401K with match.

Why this role

Acute-care community teaching hospital, part of Hartford HealthCare system, comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services.

About the employer

The Hospital of Central Connecticut is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.