Community Health Nurse - Sign on Bonus

SUMMARY

The Clinical Specialist- Wound Care is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of the wound and ostomy specialty programs, and education for both staff and patients. This responsibility may include participation in the recruitment, orientation, education and evaluation of PHV, and ensuring that quality patient care is delivered efficiently. Provides leadership in area of specialty for professional staff.

ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOME CARE

When you or a loved one is recovering from an illness or injury, home health care can speed healing while also helping you maintain your independence. The Rochester Regional Health Home Care team has provided compassionate, personalized care and assistance for adults and children for more than 50 years, and our quality of care has been among the top-ranked home care groups in the nation.

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: 330 Monroe Ave Rochester, NY

DEPARTMENT: Home Care

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

ATTRIBUTES

• ASN degree required, BSN Degree preferred

• WOCN and Home Care experience preferred

• Current RN licensure in the State of New York

• Wound Care Certification required, WOCNC preferred.

• Valid NYS driver’s license required

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaboration. Collaborates with the Quality Management staff to design, monitor, and participate in the continuous quality improvement process, and risk management components of their clinical program(s). Participates in the development and maintenance of current operational policies and procedures related to Specialty program(s). Collaborates with PCP’s and specialists regarding the management of their high risk wound patient.

• Assessment. Perform direct/indirect care and documentation for select clients and caregivers that require specialist expertise and meets specified productivity. Provides consultation to PHV who are participating in the delivery of care and managing wound care and ostomy patients

• Education. Convenes with specialty team meetings on regular basis to ensure that current and up to date information is disseminated to staff. Educates PHV as needed. Responsible for development and implementation of orientation, education, and training activities for agency staff regarding how to treat and manage patients with wound and ostomies.