CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR: University Hospital (Wound/Ostomy Services)

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!  

• Evening Shift Differential- $2.55 per hour

• Night Shift Differential- $3.40 per hour

• Weekend Differential- $1.75 per hour

The benefit package includes: 

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage

• 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting

• Generous Paid Time Off Allowances

• Robust Tuition and Certification support programs

• Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement

Responsibilities*

Responsibilities of the position:

Serves as a clinical resource and consultant to patients, families, nursing and medical staff specializing in wound and ostomy care, and pressure ulcer prevention for both pediatric and adult populations.-Works collaboratively with patients, families, medical staff and bedside nursing in developing and implementing recommendations for the nursing care of patients with ostomies, vascular wounds, diabetic ulcers, acute and chronic pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, dermal wounds, fistulas and breakdown due to urinary and fecal incontinence in both inpatient and outpatient areas.-Development of patient/family/nursing teaching materials for management of wound, ostomy care, and pressure ulcer prevention.-Participates in the development of institutional policies, procedures and guidelines in keeping with evidenced based practice and standards for nursing care of wounds and ostomies.-Plans and implements nursing educational programs for central orientation, inservicing and education for staff development.-Plan, organize and evaluate clinical practice and educational activities of UMHS nursing staff with regard to wound and ostomy care, and pressure ulcer prevention.-Participate in quality assurance and evidence based practice initiatives related to wound, ostomy care and pressure ulcer prevention.-Reviews institutional pressure ulcer data to assist in identification of improvement opportunities and potential initiatives to address.-Consults on patients with Negative Pressure Wound Therapy as appropriate to assist staff with troubleshooting, and dressing (complicated cases).-Provides recommendations of wound and ostomy care supplies and equipment as appropriate.-Oversees patient evaluation and provides consultation for therapeutic surfaces/ specialty beds.

Expectations of the position:

Must be self-directed and flexible, with the ability to prioritize and work autonomously
Demonstrated work performance indicating ownership, teamwork, commitment, and compassion that support patient satisfaction and principles of service excellence.
Must have excellent time management skills
Must be flexible in interacting with multiple medical services at one time
Strong leadership skills as evidenced by previous evaluation documentation
Demonstrated ability to maintain professional working relationships
Demonstrated ability in development and execution of quality initiatives to enhance optimal patient care outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to develop, and initiate educational presentations/programs to enhance quality of patient care for wound, ostomy and pressure ulcer prevention.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrated through previous evaluations
Excellent computer skills, must have a working knowledge of Excel, Word, GroupWise and Care Web
Demonstrated ability to perform professional presentations/lectures to audiences of varying sizes
 

Nursing Specific Info

This UMPNC RN posting is posted as Nursing Framework LEVEL COMPETENT NE.
Actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.
Nursing Framework levels range from COMPETENT NE through MASTERY NE

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.

Required Qualifications*

• Current RN licensure to practice nursing in the State of Michigan
• Required Educational Requirement; applicant must meet one of the following:
• Bachelor degree in Nursing OR Associate degree or diploma in Nursing and a Master degree in Nursing.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years recent (with in the last four (4) years) wound and/or ostomy direct patient care experience in the acute care setting.
• Must obtain WOCN certification within one (1) year of hire.
  
  RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
  You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
  
  NOTE: In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

Desired Qualifications*

Prior experience as a wound ostomy nurse
Previous experience in working with both adult and pediatric populations

Work Schedule

Hours per week: 40 hours/week (1.0)
Shift: Day shift 7am-3:30pm; to include weekends with a set schedule
Location: University Hospital - Wound/Ostomy Services

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Selection Process

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Nursing, like the University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.   

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.