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Willis Knighton Health

RN Wound Ostomy

Shreveport, LA · On-site

The WOCN provides high-level, evidence-based care in the areas of wound and ostomy care. The typical duties of the WOCN include serving as a care consultant and provider for patients with wounds and ...

Willis Knighton Health

RN Wound Ostomy

Shreveport, LA · On-site

The WOCN provides high-level, evidence-based care in the areas of wound and ostomy care. The typical duties of the WOCN include serving as a care consultant and provider for patients with wounds and ...

Luxor Healthcare

Float Wound Nurse

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$35 - $37/hr

) Wound Care Nurse / RN or LPN (WCC, WOCN) Luxor Healthcare strives for excellence! We are looking for a Wound Care Nurse / RN or LPN (WCC, WOCN) to join our team. Wound Care Nurse / RN or LPN (WCC ...

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How much do wocn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for wocn in the United States is $48.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the WOCN position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN), you need a nursing degree, RN licensure, and specialized certification in wound, ostomy, and continence care. Familiarity with advanced wound care products, ostomy supplies, electronic health records (EHRs), and pressure management systems is crucial. Strong patient education, critical thinking, and collaboration skills help build trust and ensure effective interdisciplinary teamwork. These competencies are vital for delivering specialized care, improving patient outcomes, and supporting recovery in complex cases.

What is a WOCN?

A Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN) is a specialized nurse who cares for patients with wounds, ostomies, and continence issues. They assess, treat, and manage wounds, provide education on ostomy care, and assist patients with continence management. WOCNs work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health settings to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. They often collaborate with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans. Certification through the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) is commonly required for this role.

What are some common challenges faced by WOCNs in their daily work?

WOCNs often manage complex cases involving chronic wounds, ostomy care, or incontinence, which require detailed assessments and individualized treatment plans. They may encounter challenges such as patients with slow healing, difficulty in patient and family education, and coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, staying current with the latest wound care technologies and evidence-based practices is important. These factors make adaptability, continuous learning, and strong communication skills especially valuable in this role.

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Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (WOCN)

Sentara Healthcare

Norfolk, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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City/State
Norfolk, VA
Work Shift
First (Days)
Overview:
Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse
Full-Time, Day Shift
Overview
The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN) is a specialized healthcare professional responsible for providing expert care to patients with complex wounds, ostomies, and continence issues. The WOCN should have specialized training and certification, as well as excellent communication, critical thinking, and clinical skills. This position is vital for improving patient outcomes, enhancing comfort, and promoting independence in individuals facing complex care challenges.
Education
  • BLD - Bachelor's Level Degree -Nursing

Certification/Licensure
  • Active RN Lic (VA or Compact)

Experience
  • 3 years of RN experience required

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to 10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - 5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - 10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.
In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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