Summary

As the champion of evidence-based wound and ostomy care, assumes responsibility and accountability for wound and ostomy care for the inpatient and outpatient population.  Provides direct care, as needed, to patients and is an expert resource to the Medical staff and nursing staff regarding wound/ostomy care.  Conducts outpatient consultation visits either through scheduled appointments or in the home (as requested by Home Care/Hospice).

Position Qualifications

Minimum Education                       Bachelor’s degree in nursing with current Indiana state license to practice as a registered nurse

Preferred Education                     MSN 

Minimum Experience                    Completed wound ostomy program

Preferred Experience                   Advanced practice

Certifications Required:               CPR Certification, Ability to successfully obtain wound ostomy certification

Certification Preferred:                Wound ostomy certification