IMC Wound and Ostomy RN
Brooklyn, New York
Interfaith Medical Center

Job Title

IMC - Wound and Ostomy RN

Location

Brooklyn, New York

Employment Type

Clinical Nursing

Contract Length

13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Days
• 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Occasional holiday and/or weekend hours
• Flexible hours to support patient-centered care

Job Summary

The Wound and Ostomy RN provides direct and indirect patient care in inpatient settings, specializing in wound and ostomy nursing. Responsibilities include comprehensive nursing assessments, planning and delivering individualized care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and educating patients and families. The role involves managing wound care interventions such as dressing changes, Vacuum Assisted Closure (VAC) device assistance, and pressure injury management. The RN also participates in quality improvement and clinician education related to wound and skin care.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient assessments including history, observation, and physical examination
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans
• Administer complex wound and ostomy care techniques independently
• Delegate and supervise nursing care in accordance with Nurse Practice Acts
• Provide patient and family teaching on disease processes, self-care, and prevention of complications
• Communicate patient progress effectively with healthcare team members
• Use relevant equipment and modalities safely and skillfully
• Anticipate and initiate preventive measures for potential nursing or medical problems
• Assess nutritional status and collaborate with healthcare team accordingly
• Maintain ethical nursing practice and respect patient cultural and spiritual beliefs
• Establish effective interpersonal relationships with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Wound Care Certification
• Minimum of 1 year of wound care experience within the last year

Physical Demands

• Standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, bending
• Some repetitive motions
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities without compromising patient care

Additional Notes

• Ethical decision-making and sensitivity to patient and family values are essential
• Patient and family education is a key component of care delivery and discharge planning