Registered Nurse - Wound/Ostomy/Continence $10,000 Sign on Bonus
Company: Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital
Location: Webster
Posted on: April 23, 2024
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
At Houston Methodist, the RN Wound Ostomy Continence position
provides expert, integrated, cost-effective, quality patient care
through the coordination of clinical care for high-risk patients
with complex issues across the continuum of care settings, serving
as the clinical resource and consultant for acute and
rehabilitative care of patients with selective disorders of the
gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems.
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to,
draining wounds, ostomies, fistulas, dermal ulcers, tubes, and
continence disorders. The RN Wound Ostomy Continence position
provides oversight to the wound treatment plans and participates in
performance improvement review activities. This position maintains
working knowledge of the hospital policies and procedures as well
as regulatory guidelines. As a nurse clinician, the RN Wound,
Ostomy, Continence position integrates knowledge of advanced
pathophysiology, human responses to health problems and non-disease
based etiologies (self-care behaviors, stress, coping behaviors,
environmental and social demands/ resources) to assess, plan, and
coordinate care, and monitor and evaluate patient outcomes. This
position requires the ability to assess data reflective of the
patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative
to the patient's age-specific needs. The RN Wound Ostomy Continence
position is an active participant in the collaborative practice
framework.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are
essential functions of the job.
PEOPLE - 30%
- Functions directly and indirectly as a clinical
resource/consultant for specialty population care delivery by
working with staff, management, patients/families, and/or other
groups as applicable. Identifies staff development opportunities
for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet
identified goals. Acts as a model and coaches staff in effective
verbal, non-verbal and written communication regarding specialty
populations, i.e., wound, ostomy, and continence needs.
(EF)
- Utilizes the nursing process when directing or delivering care
to patients identified with wound, ostomy and/or continence needs.
Makes recommendations based on the patient's status, safety, age,
growth and developmental needs and intervenes to meet the needs of
staff, patient/families, and physicians. (EF)
- Facilitates interprofessional planning as needed to ensure
patient safety and quality care and addresses clinical concerns
brought forth by physicians. (EF)
SERVICE - 25%
- Role models the patient and family-centered care standards, as
outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice
document. Acts as a patient advocate in coordinating the
interprofessional team to facilitate a holistic, goal oriented
approach to care across the continuum that meets the patient's
physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs. Practices in a manner
that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.
(EF)
- Develops and implements effective patient teaching strategies
based on learning needs; uses appropriate resources, incorporating
planning for care after discharge. Consistently evaluates the
patient's comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly.
Utilizes evidence-based knowledge applied to the patient's
condition and recommends change in the plan of care. (EF)
QUALITY/SAFETY - 20%
- Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as
outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice
document. Participates in development, implementation, and
evaluation of standards of nursing care that affect nursing
practice in the specialty area(s) assigned. (EF)
- Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and
professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist
Professional Nursing Practice document. Utilizes expertise and
knowledge of skin integrity, wound, ostomy and continence care to
develop and update standards of care. Implements nursing actions to
maintain appropriate clinical outcomes.
- Documents in the electronic medical record as appropriate for
their specialty and reviews interprofessional documentation to
ensure/validate accuracy. (EF)
- Responsible for the oversight and conduction of the Pressure
Injury Prevalence surveillance in conjunction with Quality and
Patient Safety and the development of resulting action plans.
(EF)
FINANCE - 15%
- Effectively models independent time management and
prioritization of referrals and treatments. (EF)
- Actively participates by providing input on wound care and
ostomy products, equipment and support surfaces considering both
quality patient care and cost. Insures the appropriate use of
resources for efficacious patient care. (EF)
- Drives efficiencies and quality improvements, recognizing
current and future resource limitations. Manages the program within
documented timeframes and within budget. (EF)
GROWTH/INNOVATION - 10%
- Develops proposals for implementation of new programs,
projects, and/or nursing research. Fosters identification and
implementation of innovative solutions to improve patient care or
unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other
department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in
hospital projects and shared governance activities. (EF)
- Leads and identifies opportunities for practice changes and
performance improvement. Investigates and incorporates
evidence-based practices with input from shared governance and
leadership when appropriate. Supports change initiatives and adapts
to unexpected changes. (EF)
- Expands individual nursing knowledge, completing and updating
the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. Coaches
staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes.
Serves as the clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as
appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs
designed to improve quality and professional practice. Participates
in the training of new graduates, orientees, and students and is
viewed as a role model. (EF)
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Nursing
- Master's degree preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Two years of clinical nursing experience in specialty or
related area
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
- Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain
permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable
according to current Board of Nursing requirements
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC)-recognized Wound
and Ostomy certification or related area within six months of
eligibility
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and
development of the life span
- Exhibits good listening skills
- Ability to work independently and analyze and solve
problems
- Demonstrates the ability to manage complex clinical and
interpersonal situations
- Maintains membership in a Wound/Ostomy professional
organization
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Work AttireYes/NoUniform NoScrubsYesBusiness professionalNoOther
(dept. approved) Yes
On-Call* Yes, on a limited basis (for Exempt jobs only)
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (i.e. Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc.) regardless
of selection above.
Travel**
May require travel within YesHouston Metropolitan area -
May require travel outside No of Houston Metropolitan area -
**Travel specifications may vary by department.
Please note any other special considerations to this job:
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Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading
medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering
the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality,
service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake provides a
broad spectrum of adult, pediatric, medical and surgical care. It
is an accredited chest pain center and acute stroke-ready
designated through DNV. Houston Methodist Clear Lake offers
advanced inpatient and outpatient services, including
state-of-the-art imaging; childbirth center with a level II
neonatal intensive care unit; minimally invasive surgery; cancer
center; neurology and spine care; heart and vascular care;
bariatric and digestive care; emergency care; primary care;
rehabilitation services; and comprehensive orthopedics and sports
medicine.
Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of
women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
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Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which
Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not
engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
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