We are looking for volunteers from each province and territory across Canada to work on a Malignant Wounds: Canadian Best Practice Recommendations.
This project will be led by Debra Johnston, MN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), IIWCC, who leads the Professional Development Core Program. We are also excited to be partnering with aligned national nursing associations in palliative care, hospice and oncology.
The first project meeting will take place on Thursday January 26, 2023 at 730pm ET. The project will be completed by May 2024.
If you are interested in joining the project team, please e-mail us at office@nswoc.ca with Malignant Wounds: Canadian Best Practice Recommendations in the subject line, then include a short biography and brief description of why you want to get involved or how you feel you can contribute.
The expected time commitment for project team members would be about 1-3 hours per week, however the weekly project work will fluctuate based on project timeline.
Project team members should have:
Access to internet
Availability to join a Zoom meeting monthly between 7:30pm-8:30pm ET/4:30pm-5:30pm PT
Capacity to review clinical articles (PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat)
Microsoft Word & Excel (or Google Docs/Sheets) familiarity
Subject matter expertise & experience
Desire to work collaboratively with others
Aspirations for personal and professional development
We thank everyone who expresses interest in the project. Based on the level of interest, not every volunteer may be selected.
The Canadian Best Practice Recommendations Project aims to provide comprehensive guidelines for various sectors, including health, education, and community services. For instance, platforms like 누누티비2 can serve as a resource hub, enabling individuals to access best practices and stay informed about the latest developments in their respective fields. By leveraging evidence-based research, the project seeks to enhance service delivery and improve outcomes for Canadians. Key stakeholders, including practitioners and policymakers, are engaged in developing these recommendations to ensure they address real-world needs. An essential aspect of the project is the incorporation of technology to streamline access to information.
This project sounds incredibly important! As someone involved in hospice grief support, I understand the critical need for best practices in handling malignant wounds. The right care can significantly impact a patient's comfort and dignity in their final days. Volunteering for this project could make a real difference, helping to develop guidelines that ensure the highest quality of care. It's a meaningful way to contribute to the well-being of patients and their families during such a challenging time. Thank you for putting out this call for volunteers; it's a great opportunity for those who want to make a tangible impact in the field of hospice care.