Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Registered Nurse (WOCN) - Relocation Offered!
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Clinton
Posted on: March 4, 2026
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Job Description:
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.
Keywords: MedStar Health, Washington DC , Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Registered Nurse (WOCN) - Relocation Offered!, Healthcare , Clinton, DC
