New England Region WOCN News

Alexander Group has been asked to assist in a search for a Wound Care Clinical Manager. Briefly, we are seeking an experienced Wound Care Nurse (BSN, CWOCN) with several years of clinical management experience to oversee services in an out patient setting. As Clinical Manager, the incumbent will manage the daily operations of the outpatient center served by three Registered Nurses and one HBO Tech. Duties include monitoring of exemplary clinical services, management and development of superlative staff, and continuous quality improvement, all with the goal of enhancing services to a patient population with chronic wounds. The Wound Healing Center is associated with a 170 bed community hospital serving numerous small communities that make up this stunningly beautiful area of the United States. Excellent schools, close proximity to the urban attractions of Seattle and a healthcare organization dedicated to serving the diverse needs of the locale make this opportunity one of the most attractive in the Western United States. Set in the ever green beauty of the Pacific Northwest, we offer the outdoor life, healthy living and natural amenities that attract a vibrant, active population.

Please share this outstanding opportunity with your local organizations. Our client offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance, excellent benefits and a strong community commitment to healthcare. Should questions arise or you require detailed information on this opportunity or the community, contact me at your convenience.

Clinical Coordinator-Wound Healing Center Jordan Hospital- Plymouth, MA

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Day Shift

Hours: 40hrs/wk; Flex days, M-F, May require occasional WE /Holidays

FTE: 1

Salary: Based on Qualifications

Job Details: -Masters degree is preferred

-Customer service skills are required

-Recent experience in WOCN or WCC is required

Position Summary

The Clinical Coordinator coordinates the clinical services to provide consistent quality care for patients with wounds in the outpatient setting. He/she collaborates closely with physicians, pertinent health care professionals, wound center and hyperbaric staff. This position practices strong organizational leadership; planning, implementation and Wound Care patient evaluation and nursing skills. He/she works within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follows all Wound Center and Nursing philosophies and standards in the performance of job functions and responsibilities.

Education

BSN Degree is required. Masters Degree is preferred

Required Job Knowledge/Experience

Current MA RN License

Evident Continuing Education

Management experience

WOCN or WCC certification

Recommended Skills

Documented Professional Development Activities

Experience managing a wound care center

Experience or training in Hyperbaric Therapy

Contact Information

Human Resources:
508-830-2030 / Leslie Cunningham – Director of Oncology Sevices

BIDMC, Boston WOCN Per Diem Position

Exciting WOCN position for qualified candidates who will provide care to challenging and complex patients with wounds, fistulas, ostomies and skin care related to incontinence in an acute and ambulatory setting. Work with experienced wound, ostomy nurses. Minimum of 16 hours/month with potential increases to cover for vacations.

Please apply online @: http://www.bidmc.org/CareersatBIDMC.aspx reference # 11-0339.

Director of our Wound & Hyperbaric Center

Position Summary:

The Director of the Wound & Hyperbaric Center maintains oversight and day-to-day management of the Wound and Hyperbaric Medicine Center, an outpatient satellite clinic of Beverly Hospital. This position oversees budgeting, operations, staffing, training and marketing.

Education/Experience:

Master’s degree in Nursing, Business or related field preferred

Must have prior management experience and a demonstrated ability to become proficient in:

1. Physician and hospital relations

2. Medical billing/coding

3. Accounting/budgeting

4. Personnel management

5. Verbal and communication skills

Certification/License:

Current R.N. license; BSN required

Current BLS

Certification in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CWOCN) preferred

Facility: Cummings Center, Beverly, MA,
Department: Wound & Hyperbaric Center
Full time - 40 hrs/wk;

Being an employee of Beverly and Addison Gilbert hospitals means more than just having a job. It means joining a team of people committed to providing the leading edge of caring like no other hospital system. Our combination of expert medical care, advanced technologies, and genuine commitment to treating our patients with warmth and dignity make Beverly and Addison Gilbert hospitals an organization that people are proud to be a part of.

We offer a wide variety of benefits options to meet the diverse needs of our employee population. In addition to health, dental, vision, and life insurance we also offer:

A voluntary 403(b)

Free Parking

Company funded Pension Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

On-site financial and retirement education programs

Our Concierge Program provides savings on phone service providers, car rentals, computers and auto purchases. Northeast Hospitals offers discounts on movie tickets, professional sporting events, ski passes as well as amusement and water parks.

To apply for this position please email your resume to mgriesdo@nhs-healthlink.org