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WOCN RN - Ostomy

Melbourne, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Vision

Board Certifications in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence by the WOC Nursing Certification Board prior to start date and maintained. * Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: * Demonstrates advanced nursing ...

WOCN RN - Ostomy

Melbourne, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Vision

Board Certifications in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence by the WOC Nursing Certification Board prior to start date and maintained. * Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: * Demonstrates advanced nursing ...

Regional Manager (Ostomy Care) - Florida

Orlando, FL · On-site

$210 - $240/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Regional Manager (Ostomy Care) - Florida Location: Orlando, FL, US Job Family: Sales Country/Region: United States The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for recruiting, coaching, developing and ...

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How much do ostomy jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for ostomy in Florida is $14.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.77 and $19.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an ostomy nurse?

Ostomy nurses are specialized registered nurses who provide care and education for patients with ostomies, which are surgically created openings (stomas) for the discharge of body wastes. They help patients adapt to living with a colostomy, ileostomy, or urostomy, offering support before and after surgery. Ostomy nurses teach patients how to care for their stoma, manage ostomy appliances, and address complications. They also provide emotional support and connect patients with resources to improve their quality of life.

What are some common challenges faced by ostomy nurses in their daily work, and how can new team members prepare for them?

Ostomy nurses often encounter challenges such as managing complex wound care, providing emotional support to patients adjusting to a new ostomy, and educating patients and their families about self-care techniques. Adapting to rapidly changing patient needs and collaborating closely with surgeons, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals are also key aspects of the role. New team members can prepare by staying updated on best practices, developing strong communication skills, and seeking mentorship from experienced ostomy nurses to build confidence in both technical and patient-centered care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ostomy nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Ostomy Nurse, you need a solid background in wound, ostomy, and continence care, usually supported by RN licensure and specialized certification such as CWOCN (Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse). Familiarity with ostomy products, wound care equipment, and electronic health records is essential. Outstanding patient education skills, empathy, and the ability to provide emotional support are crucial soft skills in this role. These qualifications are vital to delivering effective patient care, supporting post-surgical adaptation, and ensuring positive health outcomes.

What is the difference between Ostomy vs Wound Care Nurse?

AspectOstomyWound Care Nurse
CertificationsOstomy Nurse Certification (ONC)Wound Care Certification (WCC, CWCN)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, home care, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, clinics, long-term care, outpatient settings
Job FocusManaging ostomy devices, patient education, stoma careTreating complex wounds, wound assessment, healing strategies

Ostomy and Wound Care Nurses both work in healthcare settings, often with overlapping patient populations. However, Ostomy Nurses specialize in stoma management and patient education related to ostomy devices, while Wound Care Nurses focus on treating various types of wounds. Both roles require specialized certifications and are vital in patient recovery and quality of life.

Infographic showing various Ostomy job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 84% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $30,919 per year, or $14.9 per hour.

RN Wound Care-Ostomy- Days

Medical City Arlington

Gainesville, FL • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


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6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description

RN Wound Care-Ostomy- Days

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:

Job Summary and Qualifications

Job Summary: We are seeking a Wound Care RN to join our healthcare team. Your primary function is to be responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care in inpatient and approved surgical and ambulatory care areas. You will work with a phenomenal team that cares like family and works together in a collaborative manner.

In this role you will: Demonstrate knowledge and application of the nursing process. Perform and assist with assessments, interventions, and evaluations for patients with actual or potential wound/ostomy problems. Change dressing for patients with Vacuum Assisted Closure (VAC) devices. Implement plans of patient care. Assist in management of pressure ulcers and other wound/skin problems. Assist the Wound & Ostomy CNSs in quality improvement and clinician education activities related to wound and skin care.

Job Requirements:

  • Associates Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing Required, Bachelor Degree in Nursing preferred Florida RN license and/or approved multistate RN license required. Compact license holders have 60 days to obtain the Florida license after relocation.
  • 1 year Wound, Ostomy & Continence care experience.
  • LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: (list required and preferred separately) Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state(s) of practice and/or has an active compact license, in accordance with law and regulation. BLS. Certified Wound, Ostomy and/or Continence Nurse (CWOCN, CWON) required.
  • BLS-AHA Provider issued card required within 30 days of start Successful completion of the certification requirements for enterostomal therapy preferred 3 years hospital experience in Acute Care preferred Previous teaching experience preferred Benefits.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."

- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital is a 523-bed, full-service medical and surgical acute care center. For over 49 years, we have served North Central Florida. We offer comprehensive cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, and neurosciences. We offer minimally-invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery, weight loss surgery and treatment. Other services that we provide include women's health and wound therapy. We are fully accredited by the Joint Commission and certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our hospital has an Accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC (American College of Cardiology) and is designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery and Bariatric Surgery. We are committed to patient safety and quality of care. We have received the highest scores available in recognition of this commitment.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our RN Wound Care-Ostomy- Days opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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