City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a wholly owned subsidiary, was launched in 2019 and is dedicated to serving employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s exceptional cancer expertise.

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.

Pay Rate: $69.08 - $100.16 per hour

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse (CWON) to join our team in Duarte, CA. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide expert care, education, and support to patients and their families. The CWON will manage the prevention, treatment, and healing of chronic and acute wounds, provide ostomy care, and offer solutions for incontinence-related issues. Your adaptability and commitment to delivering exceptional care will make a significant impact on our patients’ cancer journey. This position is listed for full-time, 10-hour shifts (4 shifts per week), day shifts, and will be required to work both weekdays and weekends.

As a successful candidate, you will:

Perform comprehensive assessments of wounds, ostomies, and fistulas.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for patients with ostomies or complex wounds, ensuring evidence-based practices.
Collaborate with oncologists, surgeons, nurses, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated, holistic patient care.
Provide patient and caregiver education on ostomy management, skin care, wound prevention, and product use.
Assist with ostomy appliance fitting and troubleshooting to prevent complications and enhance patient comfort.
Monitor wound healing and adjust treatment protocols in coordination with the interdisciplinary team.
Document all patient interactions and care plans accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and wound care audits.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for staff nurses on best practices in wound and ostomy care.

Your qualifications should include:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or master’s degree in nursing is required.
A minimum of three (3) years related experience.
Current California Registered Nurse license
Current BLS certification through American Heart Association
Must be certified in Wound/ Ostomy Care Nursing; acceptable certifications are: CWOCN, CWOCN-AP, or WCC

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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