RN Wound and Ostomy Care
Position Summary

Aids and educates hospital staff and physicians in the care of patients with ostomy’s, wound care, draining wounds, surgical wounds, fistulae, incontinence, and potential or actual tissue trauma.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assesses, and promotes enterostomal patient education needs and care in accordance with hospital policies and by developing and updating programs

• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures

• May lead and direct the work of others

• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected

• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field

• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing program required

• Licensed RN with a minimum 3 years’ patient-facing RN experience at time of hire, ADN or diploma required; BSN or higher preferred

• All non-BSN RN’s with less than 3 years’ patient-facing RN experience at time of hire are required to be enrolled in a baccalaureate (or higher) degree program in nursing within 1 year of employment, with completion within 3 years of hire

• Graduate of formal wound, ostomy and continence nursing program preferred

• At least one year of experience in medical/surgical nursing with nursing assessment skills and knowledge of bowel function and anatomy required

• State of Idaho Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the "multistate privilege to practice" compact with Idaho

• Basic knowledge of ostomy, skin, and fistula care

• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation

• Current Wound Ostomy and Continence Certification (WOCN) preferred

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs

• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position

• Typical equipment used in a clinical job

• Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, lifting and pushing heavy stretchers and other equipment

• Frequent moving, transferring and positioning of patients with and/or without assistance

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.


• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees


• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth


• Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%


• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials


• Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps


• PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories


• And an employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Apply today!

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