Enterostomal Therapist CWOCN - Full-Time

Erlanger
Chattanooga, TN
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for coordination of direct and/or indirect care of the Enterostomal Therapy (Wound, Ostomy and Continence) patient.

What You Will Do

Assists with routine care that promotes skin integrity, identifies patients at risk for pressure ulcer development, recognizes patients at risk for skin tears and incontinence associated dermatitis, and provides ongoing and comprehensive assessment and documentation of wound status and wound healing progress.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Requirements

  • BS required with completion of a course in training at an accredited school for Enterostomal Therapy (Wound, Ostomy & Continence) within 1 year
  • Board Certification in Enterostomal Therapy (Wound, Ostomy and Continence, Wound and Ostomy) within 1 year
  • Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee
  • BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Sign on bonus of $10k
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