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Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating the nursing care provided to a select group of patients for wound and ostomy care within the context of the organizations and nursing services. Wound care nurses specialize in the proper management of wound care by treating and monitoring wounds that are the result of disease, injury, or medical treatments. The job requires that a wound care nurse provides care that will optimally and safely heal various types of wounds, including but not limiting surgical openings, ulcers, decubitus ulcers, feeding tube sites, and abscesses. Their work requires that they access the wounds, create and implement treatment plans, monitor infections and signs of various infections, and clean wounds. The nurses must also have advanced skills to assess symptoms that require management of complex wounds. Wound care nurses will also educate other healthcare members in the area of proper wound care.

Position Details:

Ostomy / Wound Care Nurse (RN) - Mercy Clinic Colon and Rectal Surgery, PRN

10012 Kennerly Road, Suite 102
St. Louis, MO 63128

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with wound and ostomy needs

• Manage and monitor a wide variety of wounds, including surgical wounds, ulcers, pressure injuries, feeding tube sites, and abscesses

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to promote optimal healing outcomes

• Identify signs and symptoms of infection and initiate appropriate interventions

• Perform wound cleansing, dressing changes, and advanced wound care techniques

• Provide ostomy care management, patient education, and support for lifestyle adjustments

• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care

• Educate patients, families, and clinical staff on proper wound and ostomy care practices

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational standards

Qualifications

• Current RN license (Missouri)

• Experience in wound care, ostomy care, or related specialty preferred

• Wound Care and/or Ostomy Certification (WOCN) preferred or willingness to obtain

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

• Excellent communication and patient education abilities

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.