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In it Together: Moving mountains to create a world of better wound, ostomy and continence care WCET® - NSWOCC® 2026 Biennial Joint Congress We are delighted to announce the upcoming WCET®-NSWOCC® Joint Congress, scheduled to take place from April 24-28, 2026, at the Vancouver Convention Center, Vancouver, British Columbia. This prestigious event will bring together global leaders in wound, ostomy, and continence care to exchange knowledge and foster collaboration. Vancouver Convention Centre Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Call for Abstracts The Scientific Committee invites you to submit abstracts for both oral and poster presentations on topics including wound care, ostomy management, continence care, education, and leadership. Abstract submissions are now open! The deadline for submissions is October 6, 2025. Notification of acceptance will be sent by November 10, 2025. Submit an abstract Submission Guidelines Sign up for Email Updates Subscribe to get email updates to be the first to know when registration launches! First Name Last Name Email City Region/State/Province Country Country Position Company I agree to receive emails regarding the WCET® - NSWOCC® 2026 Biennial Joint Congress and understand that I can opt out at any time. Sign Me Up Thanks for signing up!

Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) is a registered charity and membership-based association for over 500 nurses specialized in the nursing care of patients with challenges in wound, ostomy and continence and over 700 members overall. Unveiling the Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) We are proud to introduce the new official journal of NSWOCC: the Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) Read more NSWOCC News 1 2 3 4 5 Upcoming Events Enhancing Pressure Injury Prevention Protocol: Moving Beyond the Basics May 08, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EDT Webinar More info Register Now NSWOCC 44th National Conference May 21, 2025, 9:00 a.m. EDT – May 25, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EDT Hôtel Bonaventure Montréal, 900 Rue De la Gauchetière O, Montréal, QC H5A 1E4, Canada More info Register Now Etiology of pain and strategies for management Jun 04, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EDT Webinar More info Register Now Treatment strategies for DFU Jun 17, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EDT Webinar More info Register Now About NSWOCC Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®) is a registered charity and membership-based association for over 600 nurses specialized in the care of patients with challenges in wound, ostomy and continence and over 1,000 members overall. NSWOCC acts in the public interest for Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC®) to give national leadership in wound, ostomy and continence promoting high standards for NSWOC practice, education, research and administration to achieve quality specialized nursing care. NSWOCC speaks for NSWOCs and gives them a strong national association through which they can support each other and speak with a powerful, unified voice. NSWOCC is working towards taking an active role in legislative policy which could influence the health care decisions that affect NSWOC professionals every day. Read the NSWOCC Position Statement Who are NSWOCs? A Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) is a registered nurse with advanced and specialized knowledge and clinical skills in wound, ostomy and continence care who has graduated from a World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) recognized education program. Recognized as Nurses who have specialized training in wound, ostomy and continence by the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA), Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence are the ONLY nursing specialty with CNA certification in wound, ostomy and continence care (WOCC(C)). From acute care hospitals, outpatient clinics, community, long term care and in independent practice, an NSWOC provides specialized holistic assessment and management as an interprofessional team member to meet the needs of individuals/families with ostomies, acute and chronic wounds and urinary and fecal continence problems. Learn more The Power of 3 Resources for NSWOCs Job Postings Re-Certification Position Statements Best Practice Recommendations Become an NSWOC The Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Institute’s flagship program is our Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) Program. The NSWOC Program is a state of the art, paced, 12-month, online program which prepares applicants with a BN/BScN and/or Nurse Practitioners (NPs) for the role of a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC). The final exam for the program is the Canadian Nurses Associate (CNA) certification exam, which, upon achievement, enables the NSWOC to use the credential WOCC(C). The NSWOC Program is a competency and standards of practice guided, rigorous program, aimed at insuring the high quality of its graduates. Through the CANMeds styled, competency-based preceptorship component of the program, the NSWOC Program strives to mentor and grow tomorrows nurse leaders. NSWOCs graduates are among the nursing elite. They demonstrate an advanced level of critical thinking, clinical skill and leadership qualities. The advantage of NSWOCs’ tri- specialization is especially clear when patients have needs that require more than one area of specialty. Learn more CNA Certification Exam Join NSWOCC Join over 600 nurses specialized in the care of patients with challenges in wound, ostomy and continence, and a total membership of over 1,100 healthcare professionals, industry members, students, and international associates all dedicated to wound, ostomy and continence education & care. Join NSWOCC Membership Benefits Membership Types Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (SWAN™) Program For practical nurses and diploma RNs who aspire to become respected nurse leaders and integral members of their organization’s wound, ostomy, and continence leadership team, the CNA-accredited SWAN program is the only program that offers: competency and evidence-informed advanced knowledge in wound, ostomy and continence management; confidence to transfer that knowledge into practice; recognition and respect for your competencies through the nationally recognized SWAN designation; and continuous learning and lifelong support through mentorship and collaboration in a SWAN-Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) team. The SWAN program is accredited by the Canadian Nurses Association. SWANs are uniquely recognized for their advanced knowledge and their contributions as wound, ostomy and continence nurse champions in their workplaces and communities across Canada. Skilled nurses provide optimal patient care. The goal of the SWAN™ Program is to educate and prepare more skilled wound, ostomy and continence nurses across the spectrum of care (e.g. acute care, long-term care and home care). Graduates will have an enhanced ability to provide optimal care for individuals with wound, ostomy and continence issues as members of a collaborative NSWOC team. The program is designed to provide non-specialty nurses the ability to provide optimal wound, ostomy and continence care under the direction of the NSWOC, Clinical Nurse Specialist (Wound, Ostomy or Continence) or Physician and to be integral members of the WOC team. Learn more! Official Interest Groups

NSWOCC Newletter: The Integrity / L’Intègre Past Issues April / avril 2025 (EN/FR) March 2025 décembre 2024 (FR) December 2024 (EN) September 2024 April 2024 February 2024 December 2023 September 2023 April 2023 February 2023 Recognize an NSWOCC Member Want to share an interesting story, project or initiative, or recognize an NSWOC or SWAN colleague? Submit the form below and we can include it in a featured section on the NSWOCC website and/or in an upcoming newsletter!

< Back Clinical Nurse Specialist EDU - Wound Care - 9170 Unity Health Toronto St. Joseph's Health Centre, The Queensway, Toronto, ON, Canada Part-Time Permanent $55.51 - $65.08 View Full Job Description How to Apply Please apply on the job site here: Unity Health Toronto Job ID: 9170 View Full Job Description Job Description In the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist, Wound Care, you will be accountable for supporting the delivery of exceptional wound care throughout St. Joseph's Health Center. As part of the Nursing Practice team, reporting to the Manager, Nursing Practice Team you will work with other members of the Interprofessional Practice Program to support wound care delivery that will promote and facilitate a best practice approach to wound, skin and stoma management that is client, family-centered, evidence based and interprofesional. As the successful candidate, you will continuously role model and mentor others to achieve success. You are an energetic person who takes pride in building strong and effective interpersonal relationships. The CNS demonstrates advanced knowledge, skill and judgment in providing care to patients that are consistent with the College of Nurses of Ontario. At St. Joseph's Health Center, a CNS must be able to demonstrate the ability to: Support the delivery of quality care to diverse patient population, and facilitate the development of comprehensive care plans in conjunction with the interprofessional team to enhance patient safety, outcomes, access to care, and experience Blend clinical expertise with education, knowledge translation, leadership and research skills to serve as a consultant and resource to nurses, nursing leadership, interprofessional teams and external partners in the process of decision-making, developing clinical guidelines and protocols, promoting the use of evidence, and facilitating system change RESPONSIBILITIES: The CNS works within 4 domains of practice. Clinical Domain Involved in direct and indirect patient care using a systems-oriented and population-focused approach Supports the nursing management of complex illnesses, ostomies and wounds Collaborates with the interprofessional team in the development of comprehensive care plans for complex or high risk patients Acts as patient advocate and partners with patients and families Collaborates with internal and external partners for the transition and coordination of patient care, including admissions and discharge planning Knowledge Translation Critically appraises research and applies it to practice, quality and patient safety initiatives Builds nursing capacity by supporting evidence based practice at the point of care Mentors nursing students (undergraduate and graduate) and staff, e.g., professional development and quality improvement initiatives Leads and collaborates in the development of education programs based on current evidence for patients/families, nurses and interprofessional team members, and evaluates system interventions to decrease risks and complications Scholarship Collaborates in research activities and quality improvement initiatives, incorporating patient satisfaction data Mentors nurses in the development of abstracts, presentations and publications Identifies opportunities to engage with research teams as co-investigators Participates in presentations/publications of research and quality improvement initiatives Eligible for cross appointments with affiliated/approved institutions to build coalitions, share resources, knowledge and expertise Leadership Leads and participates in developing corporate and unit/program policies, guidelines and other practice documents Leads and participates in unit and hospital wide committees and working groups to develop, implement and sustain best patient care practices Supports interprofessional collaboration in planning, implementation, evaluation and sustainability of local and corporate initiatives Facilitates identification of opportunities for collaboration with academic and health care partners Facilitates and leads team-based activities, e.g., clinical rounds, strategic planning Requirements/Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the General Class Master's degree in Nursing or Wound Healing required Minimum of three years of recent experience working in ostomy/wound care required Completion of an accredited program in Wound Care, Enterostomal Therapy and Certification as an Enterostomal Therapy Nurse (NSWOC certificate) preferred Ability to function as an independent practitioner and a collaborative team member Demonstrated leadership in committee work, education, quality improvement, and knowledge translation initiatives Demonstrated knowledge, experience and related skills in advanced wound management and ostomy care Excellent communication skills Proven time management, organizing and coordinating skills Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrated leadership skills in program/procedure planning and development. Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in adult teaching and learning principles. Demonstrated working philosophy of client and family-focused care. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills. Innovative and analytical problem-solving methods. Ability to work collaboratively in an interprofessional team environment. Ability to incorporate research and evidence-based practice. Ability to practice in a self-directed manner. Ability to assess patients for potential risk and intervene appropriately. Strong computer/word processing skills. As a condition of employment, all external hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation unless a valid accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code exists. All internal candidates must be in compliance with Unity Health Toronto's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Please note, proof of vaccination must be QR Code format. Company/Organization Description

Job Listings Interested in posting a job on this page? Contact Catherine Harley at office@nswoc.ca for posting rates and to schedule a job posting. Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence or Skin Wellness Associate Nurse - Stoney Creek CBI Home Health (ON) Limited Partnership 621 Barton St suite 9, Stoney Creek, Hamilton, ON, Canada Posted Tuesday, April 15, 2025 Close Read Posting Details NSWOC Nurse (RN) Bayshore Home Care Solutions 40 Shellington Pl, Brantford, ON N3S 7Y1, Canada Posted Friday, March 21, 2025 Close Read Posting Details Nurse Clinician Skin and Wound Care, Patient Care Services Joseph Brant Hospital Burlington, ON, Canada Posted Thursday, February 13, 2025 Close Read Posting Details Wound Care Specialist- Nurse Specializing in Wound, Ostomy and Continence- IIWCC, NSWOC, WCS CarePartners Niagara Falls, ON, Canada Posted Wednesday, January 29, 2025 Close Read Posting Details Wound Care Specialist - Nurse Specialized for Wound Ostomy and Continence (Maternity Leave) Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) 700 Coronation Boulevard, Cambridge, ON, Canada Posted Wednesday, January 22, 2025 Close Read Posting Details Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) Nova Scotia Health / Valley Regional Hospital North, 150 Exhibition St, Kentville, NS B4N 1C3, Canada Posted Friday, December 13, 2024 Close Read Posting Details Community Nurse (NSWOC) CarePartners Waterloo, On & Surrounding Areas Posted Thursday, December 5, 2024 Close Read Posting Details NSWOC Program - Marker NSWOCC Posted Monday, November 11, 2024 Close Sunday, November 24, 2024 Read Posting Details Clinical Coordinator WoundPedia/Project ECHO Ontario Skin and Wound Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 Close Saturday, November 16, 2024 Read Posting Details NSWOCC Consultant St. Joseph's at Fleming Peterborough, ON, Canada Posted Wednesday, August 7, 2024 Close Read Posting Details Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) Partners In Community Nursing (PICN) Durham, ON, Canada Posted Monday, April 8, 2024 Close Read Posting Details Manager Medical Education AWM Smith+Nephew Mississauga, ON, Canada Posted Thursday, April 10, 2025 Close Read Posting Details Registered Nurse - Wound, Ostomy (ID: 30584) St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton - Charlton Campus 50 Charlton Ave E, Hamilton, ON L8N 1Y3, Canada Posted Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Close Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Read Posting Details Nurse Clinician, Enterostomal Therapy Island Health Comox, BC, Canada Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Close Friday, October 31, 2025 Read Posting Details Wound Care Specialist- Nurse Specializing in Wound, Ostomy and Continence- IIWCC, NSWOC, WCS CarePartners Beamsville, Lincoln, ON, Canada Posted Wednesday, January 29, 2025 Close Read Posting Details Nurse Clinician Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation Hamilton, ON, Canada Posted Tuesday, January 7, 2025 Close Tuesday, January 14, 2025 Read Posting Details Registered Nurse, Enterostomal Therapy (Late Applicants Will Be Considered) The Ottawa Hospital Casual Position with Corporate Wound and Ostomy Team – Late Applicants will be Considered Ottawa, ON, Canada Posted Friday, December 6, 2024 Close Read Posting Details NSWOC, Wound Care Nurse Specialist (RN) and Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (RPN) Bayshore Home Care Solutions Hamilton, ON, Canada Posted Monday, December 2, 2024 Close Read Posting Details Academic Advisors – NSWOC Program and SWAN Education Program Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute Posted Friday, November 1, 2024 Close Sunday, November 10, 2024 Read Posting Details Clinical Practice Educator Island Health 1665 Grant Ave, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5K7, Canada Posted Wednesday, September 4, 2024 Close Read Posting Details Business Development Coordinator Kane Biotech Canada Posted Wednesday, July 24, 2024 Close Read Posting Details

Share Industry News in an Upcoming NSWOCC Membership Newsletter! We are pleased to announce that you are now eligible to shared Industry News to NSWOCC Members via the quarterly NSWOCC Newsletter, which launched in February 2023 by the NSWOCC Membership Core Program. The Newsletter is sent out in February, April, September, and November each year. This newsletter is designed to keep our mailing list of 1000+ NSWOCC Members, including NSWOCs, SWANs and allied healthcare professionals, informed of news that is pertinent to the fields of wound, ostomy and continence and to further build a community of practice. This newsletter will provide another way for Industry news to reach your audience of product decision makers. The Industry News & Announcements section will allow Industry Associate or Industry Associate Plus types to submit an announcement, ad, or news piece that will display in this Industry News & Announcements Section. For example, you may just to submit a full article, news/blog post, or just a short announcement. For longer form content like articles or blogs, a short preview will display in the newsletter with a button and Call-to-Action to visit the full content elsewhere: this can be posted on our NSWOCC website as a blog, or linked to somewhere else on your own website. You can see the template as demonstrated below: Headline 75 word preview of the post Button with a Call to Action (CTA) and URL to the full news post on the NSWOCC website, or on your own website Optional: a 1x1 JPG image to be included in the preview of your news post The Newsletter includes the following sections: Introduction Contest(s) (this month will be a “name the newsletter” contest) NSWOCC Joke of the month Featured NSWOCC Member Recognizing NSWOCs and SWANs Core Program Corner NSWOCC Association News WOC Institute Program News Upcoming Events Industry News The Industry News section allows Industry Associate or Industry Associate Plus types to submit a news piece that will display in the Industry News Section using the following template, as demonstrated in the screenshot: Important notes The full news post will also exist on the NSWOCC website under “Industry News” permanently (unless you request for it to be removed). The full, static news post will also include your 1x1 image. There is no character or word limit for this full post. Upon request, NSWOCC will be able to provide analytics for total clicks on your news post (CTA button) in the newsletter, as well as views/clicks on your static news post on our website. There is no word/character limit for the full news post. Pricing Standard cost for an Industry News Post - $500.00 Pricing discounts for: Industry Associate Plus is $300.00 ( Total $200.00 per post) Industry Associate is $225.00 ( Total of $275.00 per post) Interested in submitting an Indutry News post? Email us today! 2025 Dates & Deadlines February Newsletter: To be sent: Wednesday, February 26th Submission deadline: Friday, February 21st April Newsletter (NSWOC Week): To be sent: Wednesday, April 16 Submission deadline: Friday, April 11 September Newsletter (SWAN Week): To be sent: Wednesday, September 24 Submission deadline: Friday, September 19 December Newsletter To be sent: TBD Article deadline: TBD

< Back Registered Nurse - ALB00490472 Alberta Health Services Red Deer Bremner Ave Community Health Centre- Alberta Health Services, Bremner Avenue, Red Deer, AB, Canada Temporary $39.21 - $51.46 View Full Job Description How to Apply Please apply online at: Alberta Health Services - Careers Job ID: ALB00490472 View Full Job Description Job Description As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit Holders shall be paid $35.87/hour - $43.82/hour. Upon being entered into the register of Registered Nurses, the rate of pay shall be adjusted to the rate of pay applicable to a Registered Nurse in accordance with AHS/UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable. This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within the unit, program, or office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 MT on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions. Requirements/Qualifications Required Qualifications: Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Management - Chapters 1 - 4 (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0) Additional Required Qualifications: Minimum five (5) years within the last seven (7) years’ nursing experience. Minimum two (2) years within the last five (5) years’ wound and ostomy experience. Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle in good repair for work-related travel. Preferred Qualifications: Active Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOC). Canadian Nursing Association certified Wound Ostomy and Continence (WOCC). Connect Care, MS Office 365 including Teams and Zoom training. Assisted Aids to Daily Living (AADL) authorization experience. Company/Organization Description Your Opportunity: As an Enterostomal Therapist Nurse (ET Nurse) you will provide front-line clinical support and consultation, as well as patient, family and staff education related to incontinence, ostomy, wound and skin care. You will report to the department Manager for Central Zone, working within a remotely centralized supportive team of Enterostomal Therapy Nurses. You will demonstrate your expertise within the interdisciplinary team to support an integrated and holistic approach to client care, health promotion and maintenance, while utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills across the life span and continuum of care. You will provide safe, quality client-and family-centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. Red Deer is Alberta’s third largest city with a population of 100,418 and is located along the QEII Highway between Calgary and Edmonton. Some of the amenities within the city of Red Deer include, the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, as well as, the Sunnybrook Farm Museum, Fort Normandeau, the Kerry Wood Nature Centre, and the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery. There are also several multi-use recreational centres including the Collicutt Centre, G.H. Dawe Community Centre and Michener Aquatic Centre, great for families of all ages. This beautiful city has all the amenities you could need and still offers a small town, friendly feel.

The NSWOCC Feature Section of JWOCN publishes announcements and short articles related to practice, program development, education, and quality improvement from the Canadian NSWOC perspective. Submissions are 250-500 words including figures and tables. ​For more information, contact cjwoc@nswoc.ca for free writing and coaching support. The NSWOCC - JWOCN Connection The NSWOCC Feature Section of JWOCN publishes announcements and short articles related to practice, program development, education, and quality improvement from the Canadian NSWOC perspective. Submissions are 250-500 words including figures and tables. For more information, contact cjwoc@nswoc.ca for free writing and coaching support. JWOCN Publication Guidelines

SWAN Director < Back Sharon Hunter RPN, IIWCC, SWAN SWAN Director

< Back Advanced Practice Nurse – Wound, Ostomy and Continence Home and Community Care Support Services South East Belleville and Brockville Permanent, Full-Time Positions View Full Job Description How to Apply Interested candidates should upload their resumes and create a candidate profile through our careers page, as follows: BELLEVILLE – Home and Community Care Support Services South East - Advanced Practice Nurse - Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (njoyn.com) in Job Number J1222-0958 “Advanced Practice Nurse”. BROCKVILLE – Home and Community Care Support Services South East - Advanced Practice Nurse - Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (njoyn.com) in Job Number J1222-0959 “Advanced Practice Nurse”. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Home and Community Care Support Services South East is an equal opportunity employer. La version française de cette annonce est disponible sur demande. < http://healthcareathome.ca/southeast > View Full Job Description Job Description CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME Are you an experienced registered nurse with a Master’s level education in Wound Healing and Tissue Repair, seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place. As an Advanced Practice Nurse – Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC), you will contribute to excellence in the delivery of care to clients requiring support with wound care, ostomy management and continence care within the community serviced by Home and Community Care Support Services South East. You will be collaborating with inter-professional care teams across the health care continuum and provide direct care for individuals in collaboration with a care team. You will also provide face-to-face and virtual visits to patients to collaborate and conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to develop a care plan and set therapeutic service goals. Whether you work in our office, in the community, or in a health care facility, you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals. As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance. What will you do? Provide face-to-face and/or virtual visits to patients to collaborate and conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, and consult with patients and other team members, as required, to develop a care plan and set therapeutic service goals. Provide clinical expertise/advice to primary care physicians and community nurses. Provide input and evidence-informed clinical rationales with respect to reassessment and adjustment to care plans, as necessary, based on patient progress. Collaborate on discharge planning for patients, when therapeutic service goals have been met. Teach and delegate specific aspects of patient care to a person or persons deemed competent and capable to carry them out, and accept responsibility for these delegated tasks according to the standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada. Collaborate with the patient/family and inter-professional team to design goals that best match the patient’s circumstances. Requirements/Qualifications What must you have? Current unrestricted registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse. Certificate as a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada Program (previously known as Enterostomal Therapy Nursing Program). Master’s level education in Wound Healing and Tissue Repair. A minimum of 3 years’ experience in WOC service delivery. Current CPR-Level C & AED certification. A thorough understanding and working knowledge of the Canadian Standards of Practice for Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence. Knowledge about leading priority interventions for chronic wound care, and implementing the transferable knowledge to Service Provider Organizations (SPOs) and patients, e.g., compression therapy, DFU offloading, and pressure redistribution practices. Thorough knowledge of wound, ostomy and continence products and indications for use. Solid knowledge of health care related legislation and practices. Knowledge of direct care / case management models used in community health care organizations. Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. A valid Ontario driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle. Proficiency in a Windows environment. We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date. What would give you the edge? Previous experience working with an interdisciplinary team and community services, combined with understanding of the roles of health professionals, support workers, and programs related to community health and social services. Commitment to change and quality improvement. Working knowledge of RAI software, CHRIS. Company/Organization Description What do we offer? We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer: Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits Valuable development opportunities Membership in a world-class defined benefit pension plan Who are we? We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care. Why join us? If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home. Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodationsfor persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

SWAN Community of Practice < Back Annemarie Larocque RN, SWAN, IIWCC SWAN Community of Practice I have been a registered nurse for 33 years with experience in Home Care and Long Term Care. I have been a Team Leader, Manager of Clinical Practice as well as a facilitator for Wounds Canada. I began my journey specializing in wound care around 2005. To further my education, knowledge, skill and ability, I obtained my IIWCC (International, Intraprofessional Wound Care Course certification in 2010 and then the SWAN designation in 2023. I am passionate about providing the best care possible for those I care for along with teaching, supporting and mentoring fellow nurses. I am married, mother of 3, and Oma of 4. Along with my passion for nursing, I have been a volunteer with a local air cadet squadron for the past 13+ years supporting our youth. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family, friends, gardening as well as drumming in Pipe and Drum Bands. I am honoured to have been selected for the community of practice leader position and am looking forward to continuing my learning while providing leadership, teaching, support and mentorship for upcoming SWANs.

< Back Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence SE Health - Hamilton Hamilton, ON, Canada Full-Time Permanent or Part-Time Permanent $5000 Sign on Bonus View Full Job Description How to Apply Please apply online careers@sehc.com View Full Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: As a member of the Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) Team in Hamilton the NSWOC provides specialized holistic assessment and management as an interprofessional team member to meet the needs of individuals/families with ostomies, acute and chronic wounds, and urinary and fecal continence concerns. There are many reasons why you will want to bring your talent to our team: Competitive Compensation. Our Total Rewards package includes a competitive salary, group benefits, RRSP pension, and exclusive perks/discounts available only to SE Health staff Develop yourself with SE. We have education bursaries, Tuition Assistance Programs, continuing education, training, and professional development to support your life-long learning Grow your career. SE health is a large national organization with diverse healthcare business lines. You’ll have an opportunity and will be supported to do different types of patient-facing nursing roles in different locations if that is what you’re interested in. Or you can pivot to supporting or leadership positions where you use your nursing skills as a foundation to contribute and make an impact in different ways. Subsidized RNAO memberships RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Support and Consultation Perform detailed holistic assessment of clients with wound, ostomy and/or continence related concerns Formulate treatment recommendations in collaboration with the interprofessional team, and develop a plan of care based on the holistic assessment for clients who require wound, ostomy, and/or continence care Evaluate the plan of care, involve the Wound Ostomy Resource Nurse (WORN) and/or K2P Wound Care Resource Nurses (K2P WCRN) in evaluation process as appropriate Provide education and mentorship experiences in order to build wound, ostomy and continence knowledge and capacity within SE Health Provide consultation to care providers within the organization Facilitate the dissemination of wound, ostomy and continence knowledge Coordinates/collaborates with interprofessional team across the continuum of care to reduce duplication of services, client anxiety, and cost Program Development/Leadership Supports quality health care through teaching, mentoring, program development and quality monitoring Optimizes client outcomes through reviewof Quality Improvement (QI) reports to prioritize need Identify nursing trends and issues related to specialty wound ostomy and continence management Assist in the development of information tools and educational initiatives for care providers Remain updated on current evidence related to wound, ostomy and continence best practices Promote and participate in research-based practice Identify potential research initiatives Promote and participate in research projects. Submit case studies for publication Participate in conferences through poster presentations or oral abstracts. Support WORNs and K2P WCRNs in development of posters and case studies for conference presentation Participates with professional nursing associations to develop and enhance the delivery of health care for Canadians Collaborate in local Home and Community Care Support Services (HCCSS) initiatives/working groups as required. Requirements/Qualifications REQUIREMENTS: Must have completed Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence Canada (NSWOCC) WOC-EP program (international certification will be considered if approved by NSWOCC), A current and active membership in NSWOC Canada is preferred Must be an RN with current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario, Flexibility and a commitment to advancing wound, ostomy, and continence care at SE Health is required, CNA certification credential WOCC(C) preferred, A willingness to participate in further education programs/courses to remain current, Adoption of the SE model for wound care delivery through mentorship of WORN/K2P WCRN, A vehicle and valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel are required, Excellent communication and teaching skills are required, A comprehensive knowledge of community health care is preferred, Demonstrated teaching skills and expertise in preparing effective teaching tools and methods are preferred, if not a willingness to develop in that area, An ability to use computer word processing, power point, email, and source information on the internet is preferred. Company/Organization Description At SE, we love what we do. Every day, we bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada. We treat each person with dignity and love, like our own family; we build empathy; and we do the right thing. We are always inspired to make a difference. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help each client to realize their most meaningful goals for health and wellbeing. We are an inclusive workplace offering competitive pay, benefits, pension, and work life balance. We’re a great place to work, and we hope you’ll join our team. In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose. 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