Job Overview The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) RN Treatment Specialist operates within the Mission, Core Values, and Strategic Plans of Fairview Hospitals. The WOC RN Treatment Specialist provides consultation, education, leadership, staff supervision, and direct care for patients with needs in the areas of wounds, ostomies, fistulas, drains, and incontinence problems, seeking advice or consultation with a WOC RN when needed. WOC RN Treatment Specialist collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and other health care disciplines to determine best treatment protocols and facilitate quality outcomes for ostomy and wound care patients. The WOC RN Treatment Specialist incorporates current research and best practice guidelines for the care of ostomy and wound patients. Schedule: 64 hours every two weeks (0.8FTE) Day shift position. No Weekends. Responsibilities Under the direction of the WOC RN (for Certifications not held): • Provides consultation and direct patient care for new ostomy patients, including pre-operative site marking, education, and emotional support • Manages complex ostomy and fistula care. • Cares for simple and complex wounds and skin care injuries. • Provides leadership in pressure injury prevention, surveillance, and treatment. • Participates in evaluation of innovative ostomy and wound care products and devices and influence product choices through collaboration with other departments/sites/teams. • Participates in development of WOC related policy, procedure, and guidelines. • Provides education to patients, family, and other healthcare professionals individually and in-group settings related to ostomy, wound and skin care. • Actively participate within an interdisciplinary team, developing wound, ostomy and continence plans of care, and effectively advocating patient-centered care. • Demonstrates effective communication skills and engages the bedside staff during consultation. • Completes documentation according to system guideline within Epic before the end of the day the patient is assessed. Required Qualifications • B.S./B.A. • Enrolled in an accredited WOC Nursing program • MN Registered Nurse (RN) License • Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) for Health Care Providers • Must obtain the following three certifications: Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN) Certified Ostomy Care Nurse (COCN) Certified Continence Care Nurse (CCCN) within 1 Year Preferred Qualifications • 1 year WOC clinical experience. • Wound Ostomy RN Certified Benefit Overview Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract Compensation Disclaimer The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored. EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status