Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Registered Nurse (WOCN) - Relocation Offered! - Clinton Maryland

Company: MedStar Health
Location: Clinton, Maryland
Posted On: 03/24/2026

About this Job: The incumbent in this position functions as a consultant, practitioner and educator for patients, staff and physicians concerning problems with inpatients or outpatients with ostomies, fistulas/draining wounds, pressure wounds and incontinence care. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards. Key Responsibilities Provides consultation to patients, staff and physicians relating to pre-operative, post-operative and routine care of ostomies, fistulas/draining wounds, pressure wounds and incontinence care. Provides pre-operative counseling to the patient/family, direct care to patients for ostomy, skin, and incontinence problems and out-patient follow-up and care as needed. Assesses the need for, selects methodologies, strategies, content, resources and conducts/implements patient education and staff training programs. Determines and evaluates ostomy, skin and incontinent care products to be stocked for Hospital use. Participates in research and other educational programs/projects relevant to the area of specialty and/or profession as requested. Generates reports, patient records and course documentation according to departmental guidelines. Maintains and develops knowledge base and skills in the area of wound, ostomy and continence therapy. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures; attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Develops strategies to market and maximize utilization of the Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse. Performs other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all inclusive. Nursing Benefits Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources Comprehensive health benefit plans Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options Retirement plans with match Tuition assistance to advance your education Systemwide referral bonus program—up to $6,000 for each RN and up to $4,000 for each LPN that joins MedStar Health Relocation assistance up to $5,000 Free parking for associates Qualifications Master's degree in Nursing preferred. CWOCN - Certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board. Will consider applicants who are in the process of completing WOCN certification with the expectation that it will be completed within 12 months of hire. 1-2 years Professional practice as a nurse which includes experience in direct patient care preferred. 3-4 years Leadership experience in a clinical setting required, and Demonstrated teaching experience with children and adults required. Active MD RN License or Active Compact State RN and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required. This position has a hiring range of : USD $37.50 - USD $54.92 /Hr. More...

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