Wound Care Ostomy Nurse, RN - Home Health

Tufts Medicine South Lowell, MA 01852, US

$84,300.22 - $107,481.20 / year

Job Overview

This position a Registered Nurse (RN) who specializes in the assessment and treatment of skin, wound, pressure ulcers, and ostomies for inpatients and also assesses and treats outpatient ostomy patients when ordered by the prescribing MD. Within the RN scope of practice, the model of care delivery is collaborative and consultative with responsibilities associated but not limited to: (1) developing and providing individualized education and plan of care for patient/support persons (2) developing and providing direct care as required by patient condition (3) education of clinical staff on the plan of care (4) providing follow up monitoring and direct patient care as required. Develops and implements evidence-based policy and procedures and acts as a wound and ostomy resource support to clinical staff and other members of the health care team. Works closely with the nurse educators and other nursing leaders to proactively develop and implement continuing education programs, orientation classes for new employees. Serves on committees and specialized workgroups.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Associate’s Degree in Nursing and completion of an accredited Nursing Program.

2. Registered Nurse (RN) license.

3. Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing (WOCN) certification.

4. One (1) year of related experience.

Hours: Monday- Friday 8-4:30

Location: Lowell, MA

We’re looking for compassionate, reliable caregivers across multiple service territories, including Greater Lowell, Merrimack Valley, Essex County, North Shore, and surrounding communities, as well as territories in New Hampshire, including Merrimack Country, Hillsborough County and Rockingham County

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Consults as ordered by MD on patients with complex wounds, skin, and ostomy issues and recommends appropriate plan of care. Provides direct care to patients with complex wound/skin care needs, including but not limited to: marking ostomy sites pre-op, changing ostomy appliances, and applying dressings and other interventions to wounds, recommending best practices for pressure relief.
Provides culturally competent, individualized patient education in the specialty area of practice to prepare patient/s.o. for self-care and care area transition, such as to Home Care agencies and other facilities.
Develops clinical staff expertise in the delivery of evidence based best practice skin, wound, and ostomy care via informal unit based as well as continuing education in conjunction with nurse educators, and other members of the health care team.
Works with leadership and under the orders of surgeons.
Helps to develop an outpatient Ostomy Clinic Visit program to follow ostomy patients and provide education and care as needed.
Continuously evaluates products and treatment strategies to provide current, cost effective care to patients with wound, skin and ostomy issues.
Strives to establish standardization in both products and protocols for patient care management.
Promotes optimal relationships with local vendors/representatives of wound and ostomy supplies.
Helps develop and participates in quality management and performance improvement monitors, collects data (including skin, wound, ostomy reportable event issues) and implements initiatives for improvement.
Participates in Pressure ulcer prevalence studies with goal of improving outcomes.
Collaborates with health care providers across the continuum, to provide Complete Connected Care and advocate for patients and families in our communities served.
Actively participates in Wound Care Committee, Nursing Practice Council, and other committees as assigned.

What We Offer:

Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one!
403(b) retirement with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Fleet Car Program

About Care at Home:

Tufts Medicine Care at Home is a proud member of Tufts Medicine, a health system that is rethinking how academic and community centers, local and national businesses, and technology and service innovators can all work together. So that clinicians can deliver expert care where it’s needed most and so that we can bring wellness back to health care, one person at a time.

About Tufts Medicine

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being.

Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range:

$84,300.22 - $107,481.20

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