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Inaugural NSWOC Fellows Recognizing select individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the tri-specialty of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Care CEO Statement Catherine Harley, eMBA, RN, IIWCC At Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC), we support a culture that values and celebrates excellence. Recognizing excellence involves acknowledging and celebrating exceptional performance, achievements, or contributions in the tri-specialty of wound, ostomy and continence specialized nursing care. The goal is to motivate individuals and teams to maintain high standards and foster this culture of excellence. By launching a Fellowship program, NSWOCC has taken a significant step towards recognition focusing on the careers of select individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the tri-specialty. This Fellowship program is grounded in promising practices and we are privileged to be launching the new program on May 24, 2024. On behalf of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC), I am excited to welcome our first, inaugural Fellows. Fellowship represents the highest honour for NSWOCC’s most recognized Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs). NSWOCC honours its clinical thought leaders, its significant voices in education and policy. This Fellowship Program is intended to celebrate contributions to NSWOCC and the nursing specialty of wound, ostomy and continence. Fellows selected for this program are recognized for their major impact on the advancement of the clinical, evidence and practice and are chosen not at their request or intent to be recognized. Rather, Fellows are identified and chosen based on outstanding practice. Within the framework of the tri-specialty, Fellows contribute to critical quality initiatives that support effective, evidence-based patient/resident care. The future of specialized wound, ostomy and continence leadership rests on dedication, shaping thought leadership through education, policy and exemplary nursing practice, and positively impacting change in the specialized areas of wound, ostomy and continence. As the first group of NSWOCC Fellows, these individuals will serve as role models and mentors to the next generation of nurses. As this Fellowship program grows, these individuals will continue to be impactful as a remarkable resource of wisdom and expertise to advance nursing care, education, research and policy leadership. The NSWOCC being inducted as inaugural Fellows reflect a wide diversity of nursing leadership and impact. Every one of these individuals has clearly demonstrated a sustained and powerful commitment to unique issues present in wound, ostomy and continence health. These clinical thought leaders are not only viewed by their peers as leaders in the field of the tri-specialty of wound, ostomy and continence nursing, they are also seen as a leading legacy of the extraordinary leadership contributions they have made. I would like to thank them personally for their dedication and efforts during some very challenging years, where clinical and health system complexity has increased, as have patient needs, acuity, and risk. Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence do not abandon their patients, or their colleagues, or the broader profession – they want the very best outcome and they do what it takes: they care, support, advocate, educate, and lead. As we move into the future, we know we are better for their wisdom, experience and voice. Their impact will shape the future of wound, ostomy and continence specialized healthcare provision in Canada, and inspire the next generation of nurses in the field. For making a difference for nurses, aligned healthcare professionals and patients, we salute you. They deserve to hold the credential of NSWOCC – Fellow in Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence, and are worthy holders of this credential. We celebrate you, we recognize you and we look forward to many more NSWOCCs following in your footsteps as we move into the future. 2025 Inaugural Fellows Nicole Denis, MScN, BScN, NSWOC, FNSWOC Nicole Denis is the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute Preceptor Manager. In 1996 she was the founding director of the Canadian Association for Enterostomal Therapy Wound, Ostomy and Continence Bilingual Education Program Key Contributions and Recognitions: Founding director of the Canadian Association for Enterostomal Therapy Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Bilingual Education Program Past President of Canadian Association for Enterostomal Therapy Mentored numerous nurses in wound, ostomy, and continence care Developed bilingual education ensuring accessible quality training Recipient of the CAET President’s Award for leadership in wound, ostomy and continence Louise Forest-Lalande, MEd, RN, NSWOC, ET, FNSWOC Louise Forest-Lalonde is an Academic Advisor for the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute. She is retired from her role as an Enterostomal Therapy Nurse at The Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Sainte-Justine. Key Contributions and Recognitions: Past President of the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) Led development of Pediatric Stoma Care Best Practice Guidelines Author of books and papers on wound care and stoma management International lecturer on Enterostomal Therapy Nursing She has received several awards, at regional, national, and international levels. Recently she received the Norma N. Gill WCET President Award Dr. Corey Heerschap, PhD, MScCH, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC Corey Heerschap is the President of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada and is a Wound and Ostomy Clinical Nurse Specialist at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, Ontario. Key Contributions and Recognitions: President and Past Treasurer of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada Co-chaired development of the RNAO Pressure Injury Best Practice Guidelines and served as an expert panel member on multiple national wound and ostomy guidelines Inaugural Secretary of CPIAP and Education Co-Lead for the Commonwealth Wound Care Resource Alliance Authored NSWOCC designation and credentials position statement Lead editor for upcoming NSWOCC wound care textbook Participated in a wound care mission to Argentina in 2019 Mary Hill, MN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC Mary Hill is a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence educator and consultant for Integrated Home Care for Alberta Health Services in Calgary where she supports nurses and clients in community care. Key Contributions and Recognitions: Past President and Professional Practice Group Coordinator for NSWOCC Regional Director for North America for the International Skin Tear Advisory Panel Lead for NSWOCC National Conference Planning Core Program for the past 13 years Educator and consultant for community care nurses Author of publications on wound, ostomy, and continence care Participated in a wound care mission to Cambodia Rosemary Hill, BSN, RN, CWOCN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC Rosemary Hill is Past President of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada and is a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence for Lions Gate Hospital, North Vancouver Costal Health, in Vancouver, British Columbia Key Contributions & Recognitions: Past President of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) Chair of the British Columbia Provincial Nursing Ostomy Committee Recognized with the Award of Excellence in Practice from the Association of Registered Nurses of British Columbia Worked closely with the Ostomy Canada Society on education initiatives, particularly related to the Disability Tax Credit 2024 NSWOC Recognition Award from the Ostomy Canada Society Dr. Kimberly LeBlanc, PhD, MN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FCAN, FNSWOC Kimberly LeBlanc is the current President of the Canadian Nurses Association and Academic Chair of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute as well an Advanced Practice and Certified Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse working with KDS Professional Consulting. Key Contributions & Recognitions: Current President of the Canadian Nurses Association Founding member of the International Skin Tear Advisory Panel Inaugural Co-chair of the Canadian Pressure Injury Advisory Panel Serves on the boards of the World Union of Wound Healing Societies, International Wound Infection Institute, and the Commonwealth Wound Care Resource Alliance Awarded Canadian Nurses Association Order of Merit Award for Nursing Education Author of numerous publications and book chapters Holds academic appointments at Curtin University, McGill University, and Cardiff University Lina Martins, MScN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC Lina Martins is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and Certified Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) at London Health Sciences Centre in Canada. She is also the Editor in Chief of The Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (Previously the NSWOC Advance). Key Contributions and Recognitions: Editor-in-Chief of The Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (Previously the NSWOC Advance) Canadian Feature Editor of JWOCN Contributes to Best Practice Guidelines for ostomy and wound care through the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario and NSWOCC She is a mentor and educator to nurses, patients, nursing students, and medical and surgical residents through the Schulich School of Medicine at Western University Member of the NSWOCC conference planning committee x 10 years Dr. Christine Murphy, PhD, MClSc(WH), BSc, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC Dr. Murphy works at The Ottawa Hospital Limb Preservation Centre in the vascular surgery department. Currently she has a clinical, education and research focus in complex vascular wounds, diabetic foot ulcer and limb preservation. Key Contributions and Recognitions: Past President of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada Co-lead of Diabetes Action Canada SPOR Network Foot Care Chair of the International Biofilm-Based Wound Care Panel Developed globally recognized Wound Hygiene Consensus Document Faculty member at Western University’s Master of Clinical Science program Dr. Kevin, Woo PhD, RN, FAPWCA, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC Dr. Kevin Woo is an Associate Professor at Queen’s University, School of Nursing, School of Rehabilitation Therapy in Kingston, Ontario and Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence at the University Health Network in Toronto, Ontario. Key Contributions and Recognitions: Founding member of the Canadian Pressure Injury Advisory Panel Published numerous best practice guidelines and peer-reviewed articles Awarded Canadian Nurses Association Order of Merit Award for Nursing Research Current Co-Chair of the NSWOCC Research Committee Adjunct research professor at Western University

The Nova Scotia Wound, Ostomy and Continence Summit: Supporting Sustainability Bringing together government, administrators, clinical leaders, patients, and industry Thursday, September 22, 2022 8:30AM TO 12:15PM ADT Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre On September 22, 2022, sixty-six health care stakeholders, registered charities focused on specialized nursing care, and industry came together to discuss the current situation of wound, ostomy, and continence care in the Province of Nova Scotia. There was a need identified by a person living with an ostomy to better understand how critical health care providers could collaborate and contribute to better access to specialized care and the sustainability of health care in the areas of wound, ostomy, and continence. Current information was shared in these three domains of wound, ostomy, and continence, as well as best practice and innovation. Objectives Update our stakeholders on best practices in wound, ostomy and continence within Nova Scotia Evaluate a patient’s experience living with an ostomy in Nova Scotia Determine the economic burden for people living with an ostomy through the review of the ostomy impact study Provide information on the value of a wound, ostomy and continence tri-specialty to support patient-centred improvements Deliver updated information of the Nova Scotia continuing care provincial wound care program Discuss wound care innovation within the province of Nova Scotia Engage and strengthen wound, ostomy and continence health within Nova Scotia Attendees Healthcare Administration, Government, and Academic Stakeholders Senior nurses from the community and continuing care Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada Meeting Proceedings Download now Attending Industry Partners For Industry Demonstrate to key healthcare stakeholders your commitment to improving Wound, Ostomy and/or Continence care for nurses & patients by attending the Nova Scotia Wound, Ostomy and Continence Summit as a partner. Industry members may purchase a table at the Summit for $500.00. The partnership includes: 6' Table Complimentary registration + breakfast for your reps Logo on website, flyers and other marketing material Company acknowledgement during the opening and closing remarks Please contact office@nswoc.ca to inquire more.

< Back Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence SE Health Hamilton, ON, Canada Full-Time View Full Job Description How to Apply View Full Job Description Job Description Position Summary: As a member of the Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) Team 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. Position 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 review of 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 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), Must be an active member of NSWOCC, 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’re a great place to work, and we hope you’ll join our team. Please note that due to the unprecedented circumstance of the Global Pandemic and the resultant public health crisis; and 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 SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at humanresources@sehc.com at your earliest convenience.

Research and Practice Co-Chair < Back Kevin Woo PhD, RN, FAPWCA, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC Research and Practice Co-Chair Dr. Kevin Woo is an Associate Professor at Queen’s University, School of Nursing, School of Rehabilitation therapy in Kingston, Ontario. He is known as a leading Canadian nurse researcher in the areas of wound, ostomy and continence issues and has served on a number of expert panels and advisory boards to develop best practice recommendations. He was also the Early Researcher Award recipient 2014-2019 from the Ministry of Research and Innovation. This award allowed him to lead the development and evaluation of an online community designed to promote self-management of diabetes through peer-to-peer online support. He received the Journal of Wound Care’s the Best Diabetic Foot Ulcer Intervention Award in 2018 for his leadership and contribution to this area of research. In 2020, he received the Order of Merit Award from the Canadian Nurses Association. For over 20 years Dr. Woo has sustained a prolific research career, focusing on topics such as chronic disease management, knowledge translation and patient safety. He has authored over 130 peer-reviewed journal articles and 19 book chapters. He is the author of Polit & Beck Canadian Essentials of Nursing Research, a research text that has been adopted by several nursing schools in Canada. By blending his research with an active clinical practice, he has had an immediate and profound impact on the health of people living in Canada. Kevin is the web editor for the Advances in Skin and Wound Care website. He is the Research and Practice Co-Chair of the Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence Canada and the Regional North American Director and Research Chair of the International Skin Tear Advisory Panel (ISTAP).

Publications NSWOC Advance L'Avancée de l'ISPSC NSWOC Advance , the official publication of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®), is published three times a year. It is indexed in CINAHL, Ebsco Publishing, and part of the EBSCOhost suite of CINAHL programs and in Cengage Learning/Gale. NSWOC Advance accepts contributions in the form of professional news, research projects and findings, clinical papers, case studies, reports, review articles, questions for clinical corner, and letters to the editor. Advertising and news from industry are also welcome. Feature Articles and Case Studies are peer-reviewed and should be submitted via www.nswoc.ca/advance. L'Avancée de l'ISPSC , la publication officielle de Infirmières spécialisées en plaies, stomies et continence Canada (ISPSCC), est publiée trois fois par année. Elle est indexée dans CINAHL, Ebsco Publishing et dans une partie de la suite EBSCOhost des programmes CINAHL et dans Cengage Learning/Gale. L'Avancée de l'ISPSC accepte toute contribution sous les formes suivantes: nouvelles professionnelles, projets de recherche, études cliniques, études de cas, rapports, revues d'articles, questions destinées à la section clinique et lettres à l'éditeur. Les publicités et nouvelles de l'industrie sont aussi les bienvenues. Les articles de fond et les études de cas sont révisés par des pairs et devraient être soumis à www.nswoc.ca/advance. Editorial Board Email the Editor-in-Chief Lina Martins, MScN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) NSWOC Advance Editor-in-Chief JWOCN Canadian Feature Section Editor Louise Forest-Lalande, RN, MEd, ET French Editor Karen Campbell, PhD, MScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) BC/Yukon Kevin Woo, PhD, RN, FAPWCA, NSWOC, WOCC(C) Prairies/NT/NU Lina Martins, MScN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) Ontario Louise Forest-Lalande, RN, MEd, ET Québec/Atlantic Issues To view open access issues click the image below (for older issues choose archives in the top right corner of any issue). Access to the more recent issues is available to members through the members-only section . Issues Opportunities to Publish Opportunities to Publish First time authors welcome Submit a Manuscript The NSWOC Advance NSWOC Advance publishes peer-reviewed manuscripts on topics related to wound, ostomy, and continence nursing practice. Submit your clinical article or case study now and share your research and experiences with colleagues across Canada. For more submission information or editorial guidelines, click below or reach out to an Editorial Board representative for free writing and coaching support. Please note that you must review the Editorial Guidelines prior to submitting a manuscript. The license of copyright form and publication release for photographs/diagrams must also be completed in order to submit a manuscript. If you have any questions, please send an email to our Editor-in-Chief at nswocadvance@nswoc.ca , copying office@nswoc.ca . Submit a Manuscript via Scholastica Editorial Guidelines Author Release Form Publication Release for Photographs/Diagrams Lignes directrices éditoriales LICENCE DE DROITS D’AUTEUR Autorisation pour publication de photographies/schémas 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, click here or reach out to an Editorial Board representative for free writing and coaching support. NSWOCC - JWOCN Connection JWOCN Publication Guidelines Advertising Advertising Communicate messages about your company, products and services to the Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs) who care for patients experiencing a challenge in wound, ostomy, or continence. Demonstrate your support and increase product awareness by reaching NSWOCs, across Canada, who make product decisions in both the hospital and community. For advertising booking enquiries call 613-762-5788 or email office@nswoc.ca . View the advertising rate sheet Your Chance to Shine this Summer: Help us select a new name to elevate the NSWOC Advance Publication! We invite all NSWOCC members to participate in our "Name NSWOCC’s new official publication" contest. Your input will help the NSWOCC Board of Directors select a name that distinguishes our publication from other wound, ostomy, and continence academic and research publications, while highlighting NSWOCC's role as a leading association supporting the tri-specialty in Canada and a global leader in the field. The name should also translate well into French, as the publication will continue to be published in both English and French. First name | Prénom* Last name | Nom de famille* What province/territory do you work in? | Dans quelle province/territoire travaillez-vous ?* Email | Courriel* Enter your idea for the name. | Saisissez votre idée. * Describe the rationale or reason behind this name. | Décrivez la raison d'être de ce nom.* Submit contest

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

Industry Associates NSWOCC has two opportunities for industry members to join our Association: either as an Industry Associate, or an Industry Associate PLUS. Industry Associates or Industry Associate PLUS are a company, or an individual who represents a company, whose primary business is related to the field of wound, ostomy, and/or continence care, and who is interested in and supportive of the objectives of NSWOCC. Industry Associates receive exclusive Members-only benefits, while Industry Associate PLUS receive additional discounts, exclusive access, and more. Industry representatives have the option of registering as a company representing more than one individual. When registering, you will just need to enter the contact information for one main contact of the company. Industry Associate $175.00 Annual Registration Fee Associate Type with NSWOCC Register now! Industry Associates receive exclusive Members-only benefits, similar to all other NSWOCC Members and Associates. Industry Associate Plus $500.00 Annual Registration Fee Associate Type with NSWOCC Register now! Industry Associate PLUS receive additional benefits on top of those enjoyed by NSWOCC Members and Associates, including discounts, exclusive access & right of refusal, and more. Industry Associate Plus Key Advantages Discount on Webinars Industry Associate Plus associates are offered a $250 discount on hosting continuing education webinars in partnership with NSWOCC. Learn more: hosting a webinar Priority Access National Conferences First to receive the Corporate Partnership Package of sponsorship opportunities (starting in 2024) 10% discount on the cost of registering company representatives for the National Conference NSWOC Advance First right of refusal for ad placement in the NSWOC Advance Learn more: NSWOC Advance Discount on Industry News Posts 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) Learn more Job Postings Ability to advertise job postings on the NSWOCC job board at www.nswoc.ca/jobs Learn more: Job Board Shared Benefits for both Industry Associate & Industry Associate Plus

< Back Advanced Practice Leader, Wound Program SE Health Ontario, Canada Full-Time View Full Job Description How to Apply Please email careers@sehc.com or stephanienobes@sehc.com View Full Job Description Job Description Amazing organizational leadership opportunity with a national scope and the clinical specialty focus on evidence informed wound care delivery. Join our team and our journey in implementing the nurse and provider empowered H.O.P.E. model of care for impact on life care delivery in home and community and the future of nursing As a member of the Professional Practice team at SE Health reporting to the Senior Clinical Director, Professional Practice you strive for excellence in quality & scholarly professional practice. You lead program development with evidence and collaborate with operations to design, implement, and evaluate care delivery models for target client populations, set practice standards, define care processes and procedures, design education and training, and manage quality/risk. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Program Development Adopt evidence-informed leading practices and provide expert knowledge to advance care and meet needs of the population served. Lead program development and new models of care delivery for the target population, in collaboration with the operations leadership team and the interdisciplinary team. Monitor federal, provincial, and other relevant legislation/regulations for compliances and collaborate on strategies to address opportunities for improvement. Develop educational initiatives and support the ongoing development of our innovative on-line learning environment. Contribute to business development initiatives as required. Leadership and Collaboration Provide expert knowledge and professional practice leadership to develop solutions/service delivery models for exceptional care. Collaborate with operations leadership to ensure the implementation and sustainability of exemplary clinical practices. Encourage and model critical clinical inquiry that cultivates evidence-informed practice. Collaborate to address quality, safety, and risk management issues, including the development of improvement plans to address shortfall. Contribute to the improvement of client outcomes (quality of life and quality of care) based on best available evidence and efficient utilization of resources. Requirements/Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Degree in Nursing Master’s degree in Nursing or equivalent (or in progress) Current Certificate of Competence in good standing from the provincial nursing regulatory body is required Minimum of three (3) years of recent Wound, Ostomy, Continence clinical expertise required NSWOC Designation/Certification, preferred Knowledge of the related regulatory and legislative requirements across Canada Experience in adult education/curriculum development and delivery Demonstrated technology abilities including MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), MS Teams, various applications, e.g. LMS, SharePoint Ability to promote and facilitate evidence-based practice within the home & community setting Superior communication skills and ability to communicate effectively to direct and motivate team and others, maintaining a persuasive and credible presentation style at all levels of the organization Ability to distill complex information into clear, concise messages Ability to influence others and able to establish credibility with all levels of the organization, challenging the status quo and being a catalyst for positive change Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills Ability to manage multiple, often competing priorities. Demonstrated effective critical thinking, analytical, decision making and problem-resolution skills Demonstrated expertise and ability to apply, teach, coach and mentor individuals and teams A vehicle, travel, and some on-call are required. This role is hybrid. You must be willing to come to the Markham office 2/month 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 salary, group benefits, RRSP 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. SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Talent Acquisition Team at careers@sehc.com at your earliest convenience.

The Alberta Wound, Ostomy and Continence Summit Improving Healthcare in Alberta: Specialized Wound, Ostomy and Continence Access for all Albertans Bringing together patients, health care administration, government & academic partners, senior nurses from the community & continuing care, registered charities focused on patients and specialized nursing care, NSWOCs, and industry representatives Thursday, October 5, 2023 8:00am-3:00pm MT Radisson Hotel Red Deer 6500 67 St, Red Deer, AB T4P 1A2 Objectives The Alberta Wound, Ostomy and Continence Summit will engaging patients, health care administration, government & academic partners, senior nurses from the community & continuing care, registered charities focused on patients and specialized nursing care, Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs), and industry representatives to: Update partners on best practices in wound, ostomy and continence within Alberta. Evaluate a patients’ experience living with an ostomy and provincial impact. Determine the economic burden for people living with anostomy through the review of the ostomy impact study. Provide information on the value of a wound, ostomy and continence tri-specialty to support patient-centred improvements. Discuss how to provide better access to specialized wound, ostomy and continence care in the province of Alberta by supporting health care teams and Indigenous Communities. Meeting Proceedings Full Program Meeting Proceedings Download the meeting proceedings Attending Industry Partners

Indigenous Wound, Ostomy and Continence Health < Back Bev Smith BScN, RN, NSWOC Indigenous Wound, Ostomy and Continence Health Bev Smith was born and raised in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia where her Indigenous Ancestors from the Miꞌkmaq First Nations of Potlotek, Cape Breton settled in the early 1900’s. After graduating high school, Bev moved to Edmonton and completed her BScN at the University of Alberta. After working in acute care for several years, an opportunity to work alongside the hospital’s only NSWOC presented itself and Bev was excited to take on the new challenge. Bev enrolled in the then CAET wound, ostomy and continence education program and graduated a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) in 2008. Bev has been working as a community NSWOC for assisted living in Edmonton since graduating from the program and enjoys preceptoring and mentoring new NSWOC students. Bev became the Indigenous Core Program Leader for NSWOCC in October 2018 and has since co-published an article related to improving wound, ostomy and continence care for Indigenous Canadians for the JWOCN. In her spare time Bev loves coaching soccer, volunteering in her local community of Beaumont Alberta and spending time with her husband, four children and two grandchildren.

< 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

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