Clinical Nurse (RN) - Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse

Description

Nursing

Req #: 62267

This is a Clinical Nurse II vacancy open to candidates with greater than 1 year of RN work experience

This is a bargaining unit position

Date Posted: 10/26/2026

Per Diem/Days

Summary:
A registered, professional nurse who has demonstrated expertise in wound/ostomy/continence nursing. This nurse provides expert clinical leadership through direct patient care, education, and consultation to nursing and other disciplines in order to meet the complex needs of wound/ostomy/continence patients and their families. The CWOCN provides for continuity in assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient needs from admission through discharge and in the MMC outpatient setting. The CWOCN promotes evidence based practice and plays a principal role in quality initiatives to assure best outcomes for patients and families. Functions under the general supervision of the Director, Center for Clinical & Professional Development.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Knowledge of nursing theory, practice and education in order to develop and maintain a program in wound/ostomy care for inpatients, outpatients, and families acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's Degree program in Nursing is preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Current license and registration to practice professional nursing as required by the State of Maine.
3. Experience: Comprehensive knowledge in wound/ostomy care and clinical nursing practices normally acquired during three years of progressively more responsible related experience. CWON required.
4. Analytical abilities necessary to serve as a resource, evaluate and revise educational programs based on experience and patient performance.
5. Interpersonal skills required to instruct patient and families and to serves as a resource person for registered nurses and other health care professionals in and outside the hospital who are involved in the care of wound/ostomy patients.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $92,847.46 to $137,966.40 per year.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact nicole.chapman@mainehealth.org