Clinical Advisor, Wound-Ostomy Nurse - Staff Education (CH) Job Listing at Catholic Health System in Cheektowaga, NY

Hospital / Healthcare

Clinical Advisor, Wound-Ostomy Nurse - Staff Education (CH)
Department: Staff Education
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Days w/ rotation
Hours: 8a-4p
Job Grade: E08
Union Job: No
Job Details:
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Clinical Advisor, Wound Ostomy Nurse – Staff Education (CH):

TheClinical Advisor, Wound-Ostomy Nurseis a registered nurse who specializes in the care of patients with wounds, atomies, and/or continence disorders. Primary responsibilities are to direct, coordinate, and evaluate patient care in the area(s) of their expertise. Specific functions include consultation and education for patients and Catholic Health (CH) staff.Supports care management and collaborates with other multidisciplinary teams of health care providers to implement evidence based care, update clinical practice based on current research and changes in patient/ family needs.This nurse works collaboratively with the wound care center and other departments to promote a seamless transition of services.
 REPORTS TO: 
Director, Clinical Education with dotted line to Wound Care Center MD for outpatient ostomy services

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

 

SKILL AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM):

 
Education
·         CurrentNew YorkStateRN License

·         Bachelor of Science in Nursing required

·         MS in nursing or education preferred

·         Current BLS certification

·         Certification in wound/ostomy care preferred
(In lieu of certification, enrollment in a certification program and completion within 2 years will be accepted)

 
Experience
·         Three (3) years medical-surgical nursing experience

·         One (1) year of previous clinical nursing experience in caring for patients with abdominal somas, draining wounds, fistulas and pressure ulcers.

·         Three (3) to five (5) years patient and/or nursing teaching experience

 
Knowledge, Skill and Ability·         Strong Microsoft Office skill set
·         Strong verbal and written communication skills

·         Organizational skills and leadership ability

·         Knowledge of current technology and products used in the treatment of wounds

·         Knowledge of Department of Health regulations

·         Ability to supervise, provide direction and motivate workforce

 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

·         Travel between facilities required

·         Facility-specific weekend or evening hours may be required

·         May be required to transport educational materials

·         Outpatient visits atWoundCenter
 
 
 
Physical Effort

Activity & Strength

ACTIVITY & STRENGTH: (LIGHT)

Low Lift (floor to knuckle): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

Mid Lift (knuckle to shoulder): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

High Lift (shoulder and above): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

Full Lift (floor to shoulder): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

Carry: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

Push: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

Pull: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

Overall Strength Category:  Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (1-10 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (negligible)

 

Dictionary Of Occupational Titles

Constant (C) 67-100% Workday

Frequent (F) 34-66% Workday

Occasional (O) 0-33% Workday

Not Present (N)

 

Activity - Job Demand

Walk –Frequent

Climb Stairs –Occasional

Stoop –Frequent

Kneel –Occasional

Crouch– Occasional

Reach (immediate)– Frequent

Reach (overhead) –Occasional

Handling –Frequent

Fingering -Frequent

Sitting– Frequent

Standing– Frequent

Push Cart -Occasional

Pull Cart- Occasional