PRN Wound Ostomy Nurse

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO / AA

This position is responsible for providing comprehensive direct care for patients with abdominal ostomies, complex wounds, fistulas, pressure ulcers and skin integrity problems. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.

Corporate Overview : The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive direct care for patients with abdominal ostomies, complex wounds, fistulas, pressure ulcers and skin integrity problems.

Pre-operative counseling and stoma marking for patients undergoing ostomy surgery.

Ensures coordination and continuity of patient care for patients with ostomy, complex wounds, fistulas, pressure ulcers and skin integrity problems.

Provides education to patient / family regarding ostomy and wound self-care management.

Participates in discharge planning for wound and ostomy patients.

Evaluates new and current products related to job.

Clinical preceptor for new RN's as requested.

Provides educational programs for clinical staff in wound and or ostomy care as requested.

At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24 / 7 complex health system. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.

Ability to provide care to the population served.

Ability to work independently with self-motivation.

Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving skills.

Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.

Ability to multi-task.

Demonstrated availability to work variable and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a 24 / 7 patient care environment.

Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.

Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.

Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.

Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required

• Two years of wound care experience.

Licenses Required

Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and / or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

To inquire about this posting, email : careers@hsc.utah.edu

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director / Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director / Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at : www.utah.edu / nondiscrimination /

Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu /

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and / or drug screen.

Requisition Number 79670

Reg / Temp Regular

Employment Type PRN

Shift Day

Work Schedule 0700-1930

Clinical / Non-Clinical Status Clinical

Location Name University of Utah Hospital

Workplace Set Up On-site

City SALT LAKE CITY

State UT

Department UUH ANC 25B ENTEROSTOMAL THER

Category Nursing

Workplace Set Up On-site