Clinical Nurse Specialist - Wound & Ostomy Care (GEN)

Scarborough Health Network • Granbury, TX

1d • $58 - $67

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Professional Practice, the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) works closely with the wound care team, Program Directors, Physicians, Managers, and the interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• BScN , Master′s Degree Asset
• Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) or International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWC)
• Minimum 2 years′ current clinical experience in advance and specialized knowledge of clinical skills in wound pressure injury prevention, wound and ostomy care with the ability to demonstrate knowledge of skills
• Current BCLS provider and competency.
• Knowledgeable with Quality Based Procedures, care pathways and best practices guidelines
• Familiar with CNO standards and guidelines
• Experience with project management or program planning, as well as the Lean philosophy and continuous quality improvement, preferred
• Experience with developing policies and procedures and learning packages for both staff and patients
• Evidence of strong mentoring, teaching, organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to work well in stressful situations
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with all team members
• Excellent computer skills, including word, PowerPoint and excel and competency in information and communication technology
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance and performance
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN′s comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electronic documentation
• Experience with on-line learning modules (creating, developing)
• RNAO membership
• Canadian Nurses Association Certificate

Responsibilities

• Strengthen professional practice and quality of care within the organization.
• Facilitating and providing leadership in the development of a comprehensive wound care program, including orientation, training and evaluation plan for all staff within patient care areas related to pressure injury prevention, wounds and ostomy care.
• Support and participate in quality and safety initiatives: coach and mentor staff at the bedside while promoting clinical champions for pressure injury prevention.
• Rounding on all inpatient units and may include the emergency department and some outpatient areas, providing wound care consults expertise and care.
• Participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care processes, patient & family-centred care and procedures at SHN.

Benefits

• Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
• Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits
• New Graduate Initiative
• Enroute Program
• Critical Care Sponsorship Program
• Employee Discount and Incentive Programs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding
• Recognition events
• Leadership Development and Learning Programs
• Tuition Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level