Enterostomal Therapist-36 Hours-Days-Detroit

At Henry Ford Hospital, all nurses strive to provide exceptional patient care every day. They are encouraged to participate in quality assurance activities, research and shared governance to make a difference in the care given to patients and families. Henry Ford Nursing uses evidence-based practice, professional practice standards and the Henry Ford Hospital Professional Nurse Practice Model to drive nursing practice.

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This position works throughout the hospital with wound care in multiple units.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develops plan of care for wound/ostomy patients, in collaboration with nursing staff and other members of the patient care team.
• Selects appropriate ostomy and wound care products based on evaluation of patients' needs and capabilities.
• Sets direction for nursing practice consistent with effective utilization of resources, patient's identified goals, and standards of care.
• Utilizes the nursing process at an expert level (Benner) to assess, diagnose and treat the complex responses of individuals, families or communities to actual or potential health problems.
• Provides education to patients and families, communities and other health care providers; and serves as a role model and preceptor for other nurses in a variety of settings.
• Shares expertise with all members of the health care team through consultation and collaboration.
• Takes leadership role for quality improvement initiatives, providing in depth clinical expertise and critical analysis.
• Provides clinical expertise in the area of wound and ostomy care for patients, considering age specific, developmental, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Promotes the use of current knowledge, techniques, and research into the practice setting.
• Serves as a facilitator and teacher to staff to enhance their knowledge and skills in caring for patients with wound and/or ostomy needs.
• Continuously reviews the scientific evidence to support clinical practice and institutes practice changes when needed.

Position Summary

• Position: 36 hours - 4 days/week
• Shift: Primarily day shift with minimal weekends and off shift. No holidays.
• Benefits: Full time benefit package