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Patient Education Ostomy Patient Teaching Booklets Ostomy Guide Booklets A Guide to Living with an Ileal Conduit 2nd edition. 2022 English Français A Guide to Living with an Ileostomy 2nd edition. 2022 English Français A Guide to Living with a Colostomy 2nd edition. 2022 English Français Glossary of Terms anesthetist –a medical doctor who specializes in giving medication to put people to sleep so surgery can be performed. appliance –applied over the stoma to contain the stool and gas. Sometimes referred to as a pouching system. bacteria –a one-celled organism some of which can cause infection. bowel –also called intestine. It is the part of the digestive tract that lies between the stomach and the anus. There are two parts, the small intestine and the large intestine (colon). Often these words are used interchangeably. colon –large intestine may also be called the colon. dehydration–condition resulting from excessive fluid loss. colostomy –a surgically created opening into the colon, diverting stool from its normal route. conduit –a channel or passageway. dehydration –condition resulting from excessive fluid loss. divert –take a new route or direction. electrocardiogram (ECG) –a test to check the heart action. electrolyte –normal components of body fluids such as salt and potassium. enzymes –substances in the mouth, stomach and small intestine that cause the breakdown of food. Enzymes can also irritate the skin if stool, which contains enzymes, remains on the skin. ileal conduit –an ileal conduit is a surgically created pathway from a piece of bowel to divert urine from its normal route. ileostomy –a surgically created opening into the last portion of the small intestine called the ileum, diverting intestinal drainage from its normal route. irritation –skin that is red, sore, moist or has a rash; may be caused by antibiotics, urine on the skin or a reaction to a component in your pouching system. laxative –medication used to stimulate the bowels to move. NSWOC –a nurse specialized in wound, ostomy, and continence care. NSWOCC –the organization for Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada. ostomy –a surgically created opening into the digestive or urinary system, diverting stool or urine from its normal route. parastomal hernia –is an abnormal bulge around your stoma. It develops from weakness in the abdominal wall that allows loops of bowel to protrude through the muscle and lie between the skin and muscle layer. perineal –the area located between the genitals and the anus (rectum). pouching system –also called an appliance. Composed of a skin barrier and pouch. May be a one or a two-piece system. stoma –the part of the bowel that is seen outside of the body on the abdomen following ostomy surgery. stool –also referred to as feces or poop: waste product from digestion that is passed from the bowel. transit time –the time required for the digestion of food from eating to the passing of stool. umbilicus –more known as the navel or belly button. urologist –a surgeon who specializes in the medical and surgical care of people who have urinary system problems. urostomy –refer to ileal conduit. Intermittent Self-Catheterization Intermittent Self-Catheterization Background for “Is Intermittent Self-Catheterization the Right Choice for You?” Download "Is Intermittent Self-Catheterization the Right Choice for You?" Decision Aid Download Parastomal Care Parastomal Care General advice to help minimise the risk of parastomal hernia development following surgery Strong abdominal muscles are the premise for this prevention programme and any general exercise which uses these muscles is beneficial (eg: swimming, walking and cycling). Please check with your surgeon or stoma care nurse before undertaking any exercise programme. Avoid heavy lifting for 3 months post surgery Try to maintain good posture at all times Carry out the exercises below from as early as discharge if the wound has completely healed Use a support belt or girdle when undertaking heavy lifting or heavy working after 3 months and until at least 12 months post-operatively Keep your weight within the BMI (Body mass index) 20-25 Support your stoma and abdomen whilst coughing in the first few months following surgery Downloads PARASTOMAL HERNIA: INCIDENCE, PREVENTION AND TREATMENT STRATEGIES, MARY JO THOMPSON INCIDENCE OF PARASTOMAL HERNIA BEFORE AND AFTER A PREVENTION PROGRAMME, MARY JO THOMPSON, BERNIE TRAINOR PREVENTION OF PARASTOMAL HERNIA: A COMPARISON OF RESULTS 3 YEARS ON, MARY JO THOMPSON, BERNIE TRAINOR GUIDE: HOW TO UNDERTAKE THE STUDY

Booking Calendar Booking Form Pre-Webinar Booking Infomation Post-Webinar NSWOCC WOC Institute Continuing Education Webinar Series Guide for Partners Introduction As a part of our commitment to continuing education for NSWOCs, SWANs, and other allied healthcare professionals, the NSWOCC Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute hosts a series of 1-hour educational webinars throughout the year (excluding summer months) open to NSWOCC Members and the public. Depending on the topic and timing of the webinar, each webinar receives between 200-400 registrants and between 50-250 attendees live. Webinars receive registrants and attendees from across Canada and beyond. The majority of registrants and attendees are NSWOCC Members, while many other healthcare professionals attend too. We use Zoom Webinar to host all webinars. The cost to host a sponsored webinar is $2,000. Booking a webinar All webinars must be booked a minimum of 28 days in advance through the NSWOCC website on this page. When you book a webinar, you will reserve a full week block . This will ensure that other webinars will not be booked right before/after your webinar date or oversaturate our educational calendar. You can then choose the final date/time to host the webinar no later than 21 days in advance. Once a webinar is booked, NSWOCC will work with your company to create marketing material, promote the webinar to our mailing lists and over social media, and can help moderate the opening and Q&A portions of the webinar. We will also take care of sending certificates of attendance to attendees and editing & exporting the recorded webinar to be made available on our website. Certificates of attendance and the webinar recording are completed within 48 hours of the webinar. In the interest of providing equal opportunity to all industry partners, NSWOCC will not book a webinar with the same company more than twice in any 4-month span, unless a prior partnership agreement or Memorandum of Agreement has been signed. After booking, NSWOCC will reach out to your primary contact via email within 3 business days with a confirmation email for your webinar booking. If someone has already booked your selected date, NSWOCC will inform you that you have been added to a waiting list in the event of a cancellation or postponement. See below for more information. Booking Calendar (Available spots) Booking Infomation Offering an educational webinar in French and English As a commitment to offering education in both official languages, we strongly encourage hosting the education in both languages during two different sessions during your booked week. The cost to offer a webinar in both official languages will remain the same price as just booking one. Hosting a webinar at multiple hours to accommodate time zones As a commitment to offering equal access to education for members across Canada, we offer the opportunity to host your webinar up to two times during your booked week at different time slots. For example, you could host a webinar on a Wednesday at 12pm Eastern Time, then another one on either the same day, or a different day during the same week at 12pm Mountain Time. The times we recommend booking a webinar are: 12pm-1pm Eastern (9am-10am Pacific) 2pm-3pm Eastern (11am-12pm Pacific) 6pm-7pm Eastern (3pm-4pm Pacific) 7pm-8pm Eastern (4pm-5pm Pacific) Pre-Webinar Creating the digital promotional webinar flyer To create your digital promotional flyer, please provide the following information no later than 21 days before the webinar date: Webinar title 3-5 measurable learning objectives Each speaker(s): pronouns, full credentials, email, short biography, and headshot Emails for all company representatives you’d like to have added as panelists for the Zoom webinar Optional: provide a preferred cover photo in the JPG or PNG format that does not advertise a particular product or company Which registration fields you want to include (the default options are: First Name*, Last Name*, Email*, Organization, Job Title, City, Province*, Country*). * Indicates a mandatory field. NSWOCC will then create the first draft of the flyer, create the Zoom and event page for the webinar, then send your main company contact(s) to review and approved. Promoting the Webinar Once the final event page and promotional webinar flyer are approved, NSWOCC will prepare the promotions. NSWOCC will begin promoting the webinars no later than 2 weeks before the webinar date(s) over LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, and by email to a dedicated mailing list (which includes previous webinar attendees and all NSWOCC Members). NSWOCC will then promote the webinar through the same channels one week before the webinar date(s). As the sponsoring company, you are absolutely welcome and encouraged to promote the webinar through your own channels as well. Pre-webinar Report Roughly two days before the webinar (unless you request it further in advance) NSWOCC will provide you with the Registration Report, including the contact information for each registrant who opts-in to have their information shared with NSWOCC and the sponsoring company. Post-Webinar Reports No later than 48 hours after the webinar (we usually try to do this by the following day), we will send your company the Registration Report, Attendee Report, Chat, Q&A Report, and Performance Report for the webinar. The contact information for each registrant who opts-in to have their information shared with NSWOCC and your company will be including in those reports. Certificates of Attendance and Webinar Recording We will also send an email to our mailing lists including to the registrants of the webinar with the webinar recording and directions for how to obtain a certificate of attendance for those who watch the webinar as a recording. We will send out the certificates of attendance to all those who attend the webinar live on Zoom automatically without them having to take an extra step. Post-Webinar Survey If you want to include a post-webinar survey as well, please send us the link to it and I will add it to Zoom to appear in the participants’ browser after the webinar ends, as well as within the post-webinar eblast. You are welcome to send out your own pre or post webinar email to your own mailing list and to the contact that are included in the webinar registration reports we send you; you won’t need to send NSWOCC any details for this. Pre-Webinar Post-Webinar Booking Calendar Webinar booking for 2026 is now available! To make a booking, please click the "book now" button beside the block and follow the next steps on the following page. 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Sponsoring Company/Organization Primary Contact Name Primary Contact Email Select the week you'd like to book Webinar Title Short description of the webinar topic 3-5 Measurable Webinar Learning Objectives Speaker name(s) and Credentials Speaker bio(s) Please note that if you do not have all of the above available yet, you will just need to provide the no later than 21 days before the webinar date: 3-5 measurable learning objectives Each speaker(s): full credentials, email, short biography, and headshot Emails for all company representatives you’d like to have added as panelists for the Zoom webinar Optional: provide a preferred cover photo in the JPG or PNG format that does not advertise a particular product or company Preferred registration fields (the default options are: First Name*, Last Name*, Email*, Organization, Job Title, City, Province*, Country*). * Indicates a mandatory field. Complete the booking Your content has been submitted. 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< Back Nurse Clinician McMaster Children's Hospital McMaster Children's Hospital - Hamilton Health Sciences, Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, Canada Temporary Full-time Minimum Salary: 40.0300 Hourly Maximum Salary: 56.2200 View Full Job Description How to Apply Apply online at https://hhsc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl . View Full Job Description Job Description Position Summary The Skin Wound and ostomy (SWO) clinician applies a specialized and expanded body of knowledge of the integumentary wound, ostomy and continence systems in the care to the patient experiencing issues in these areas. The clinician provides an advanced assessment of skin, burns, wound, incontinence and ostomy issues and develops a plan of care in conjunction with the patient, family and interdisciplinary team. The SWO Clinician supports the developement of a culture of prevention of skin breakdown and pressure ulcer developement and is well versed in best practices related to skin, wound and ostomy care. Essential to the role is an understanding and expertise with advanced wound care products; negative pressure wound therapy, therapeutic surface and adjuuvant therapies. The SWO Clinician is well versed in the best practices related to the prevention and management of pressure ulcers and care of patients with an ostomy. The Clinician teaches, counsels, troubleshoots and advises patients and their families with skin, wound burn and stoma care. The Clinicain will be an educator, mentor and role model to support staff in being able to assess and problem solve basic wound care issues. Schedule Work Hours Monday to Friday, days. Please note that this position must be flexible for multi-site Clinical Support as required. This position is temporary until September 2024. Requirements/Qualifications Baccalaureate level Nursing degree required Current Certificate as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Is a certified Nurse Specialized in Skin, Wound and Ostomy care (NSWOC) or an equivilent program recognized through the Canaadian Association of Enterostomal Therapy. International Interprofessional Wound Care Course certification an asset. 3-5 years of recent experience in Nursing. Experience with the management of burn patients is an asset. Experience with the pediatric population is an asset. 3-5 years of recent experience in the management of abdominal fistulae, stomas and complex wounds. Commitment to ongoing professional development with demonstrated proof of continuing education. Demonstrated ability to provide education to patients and health professionals regarding skin, wound, burns and stoma care. Knowledge of full scope of treatment modalities for skin, wound, burns and stoma management and preventative skin care techniques. Knowledge and experience in implementation of the principles of adult teaching and learning. Demonstrated ability to effectively apply current research knowledge to Clinical Practice. Demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of an Interprofessional team. Demonstrated ability to manage complex psychological needs of patients and families. Demonstrated ability to assist unit staff to problem-solve patient skin care issues including pressure reduction surfaces utilizing fiscal resources responsibly. Ability to focus on corporate skin, wound and ostomy programs by participating in activities that promote best practice initiatives. Ability to participate in the ongoing development of the Skin, Wound, Ostomy and Burn service at HHS. Recent experience and the ability to mentor clinical staff. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services. Company/Organization Description Unit Summary Hamilton Health Sciences is a family of seven unique hospitals, a cancer centre and an urgent care centre, serving more than 2.3 million residents of Hamilton and south central Ontario, Canada. Hamilton Health Sciences is the second largest hospital group in Ontario and serves as a regional referral centre for cardiac, stroke, burns, trauma, neurosurgery, pediatrics, digestive diseases, high-risk obstetrics, cancer, orthopedics and rehabilitation services. In accordance with our organizational commitment to provide an Excellent Patient Experience for All, the Patient Experience and Safety Program provides organization-wide operational support, consultation and leadership in the areas of the Patient Experience, Patient Safety, Clinical Risk Management, Quality of Care, Infection Control, Policy and Document Management and Skin, Wound and Ostomy Care. The program is accountable for the provision of roles, resources and structures required to deliver safe, patient and family centred care and services across Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) and, as a part of the Quality and Performance Portfolio, the program models the application of evidenced based quality tools and methodologies. Through education, modeling and mentoring the Patient Experience Office will support organization wide awareness, attention and focus on the critical importance and necessity of a postitive experience for all patients and families and to support high quality safe care. Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners. To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Services at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made. This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements: Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement

Urinary Catheter Decision Aids A series of 4 decision aids developed by NSWOCC in 2024. Contexte Aide à la Décision pour le Cathétérisme Urinaire Intermittent chez l'Adulte Aide à la Décision pour le Cathétérisme Urinaire Permanent chez l'Adulte Aide à la Décision pour le Cathétérisme Urinaire Intermittent Pédiatrique Aide à la Décision pour le Cathétérisme Urinaire Permanent Pédiatrique Article dans l'Advance ISPSC Membres du groupe de travail Urethral catheterization is necessary for individuals unable to empty their bladder to otherwise prevent complications resulting from urinary retention. Feedback from Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence, in 2020, following the launch of the Clean Intermittent Urethral Catheterization in Adults - Canadian Best Practice Recommendations for Nurses identified the lack of standardization in the use of urinary catheters across the health care spectrum. This identified a need for nursing decision aids to guide catheter selection and prompted the formation of a task force to develop standardized decision aids. A group of twenty-four nurses with expertise in the field of continence were drawn from relevant professional associations across Canada. The work of this expert group and the resulting four decision aids below provide a standardized approach to support nurses on appropriate catheter selection for intermittent and indwelling catheterization for patients of all ages. Adult Intermittent Urinary Catheter Decision Aid AIDE-MÉMOIRE POUR CATHÉTER URINAIRE INTERMITTENT ADULTE English Français Nurses must practice within nursing regulatory body scope of practice and in accordance with health care organizational policies and procedures. Developed by a nursing task force through Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Sponsored by an unrestricted educational grant from Coloplast Canada. Trademarks acknowledged. This is one of four decision aids and may be used under Creative Commons license. NSWOCC, 2024. Les infirmières doivent exercer dans le cadre de leur champ d’exercice, et conformément aux politiques et procédures organisationnelles. Référez-vous toujours aux instructions d’utilisation du fabricant. Élaboré par un groupe de travail de professionnels en soins infirmiers en collaboration avec les Infirmières Spécialisées en Plaies, Stomies et Continence Canada (ISPSCC). Commandité par une subvention éducative sans restriction de Coloplast Canada. Toutes les marques de commerce citées ont été reconnues. Il s'agit de l'un des quatre aide-mémoires et peut être utilisé sous licence Creative Commons. © ISPSCC, 2024. Adult Indwelling Urinary Catheter Decision Aid AIDE-MÉMOIRE POUR CATHÉTER URINAIRE À DEMEURE ADULTE English Français Nurses must practice within nursing regulatory body scope of practice and in accordance with health care organizational policies and procedures. Developed by a nursing task force through Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Sponsored by an unrestricted educational grant from Coloplast Canada. Trademarks acknowledged. This is one of four decision aids and may be used under Creative Commons license. NSWOCC, 2024. Les infirmières doivent exercer dans le cadre de leur champ d’exercice, et conformément aux politiques et procédures organisationnelles. Référez-vous toujours aux instructions d’utilisation du fabricant. Élaboré par un groupe de travail de professionnels en soins infirmiers en collaboration avec les Infirmières Spécialisées en Plaies, Stomies et Continence Canada (ISPSCC). Commandité par une subvention éducative sans restriction de Coloplast Canada. Toutes les marques de commerce citées ont été reconnues. Il s'agit de l'un des quatre aide-mémoires et peut être utilisé sous licence Creative Commons. © ISPSCC, 2024. Paediatric Intermittent Urinary Catheter Decision Aid AIDE-MÉMOIRE POUR CATHÉTER URINAIRE INTERMITTENT PÉDIATRIQUE English Français Nurses must practice within nursing regulatory body scope of practice and in accordance with health care organizational policies and procedures. Developed by a nursing task force through Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Sponsored by an unrestricted educational grant from Coloplast Canada. Trademarks acknowledged. This is one of four decision aids and may be used under Creative Commons license. NSWOCC, 2024. Les infirmières doivent exercer dans le cadre de leur champ d’exercice, et conformément aux politiques et procédures organisationnelles. Référez-vous toujours aux instructions d’utilisation du fabricant. Élaboré par un groupe de travail de professionnels en soins infirmiers en collaboration avec les Infirmières Spécialisées en Plaies, Stomies et Continence Canada (ISPSCC). Commandité par une subvention éducative sans restriction de Coloplast Canada. Toutes les marques de commerce citées ont été reconnues. Il s'agit de l'un des quatre aide-mémoires et peut être utilisé sous licence Creative Commons. © ISPSCC, 2024. Paediatric Indwelling Urinary Catheter Decision Aid AIDE-MÉMOIRE POUR CATHÉTER URINAIRE À DEMEURE PÉDIATRIQUE English Français Nurses must practice within nursing regulatory body scope of practice and in accordance with health care organizational policies and procedures. Developed by a nursing task force through Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Sponsored by an unrestricted educational grant from Coloplast Canada. Trademarks acknowledged. This is one of four decision aids and may be used under Creative Commons license. NSWOCC, 2024. Les infirmières doivent exercer dans le cadre de leur champ d’exercice, et conformément aux politiques et procédures organisationnelles. Référez-vous toujours aux instructions d’utilisation du fabricant. Élaboré par un groupe de travail de professionnels en soins infirmiers en collaboration avec les Infirmières Spécialisées en Plaies, Stomies et Continence Canada (ISPSCC). Commandité par une subvention éducative sans restriction de Coloplast Canada. Toutes les marques de commerce citées ont été reconnues. Il s'agit de l'un des quatre aide-mémoires et peut être utilisé sous licence Creative Commons. © ISPSCC, 2024. Article: Development of a decision aid for nurses supporting urinary catheter selection Download Published in both French and English in the NSWOC Advance volume 35, Issue 1 (March 2024). Abstract Urethral catheterization is necessary for individuals unable to empty their bladder to otherwise prevent complications resulting from urinary retention. Feedback from Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence, in 2020, following the launch of the Clean Intermittent Urethral Catheterization in Adults - Canadian Best Practice Recommendations for Nurses identified the lack of standardization in the use of urinary catheters across the health care spectrum. This identified a need for nursing decision aids to guide catheter selection and prompted the formation of a task force to develop standardized decision aids. A group of twenty-four nurses with expertise in the field of continence were drawn from relevant professional associations across Canada. The work of this expert group and the resulting four decision aids, launched in spring of 2024, provides a standardized approach to support nurses on appropriate catheter selection for intermittent and indwelling catheterization for patients of all ages. Task Force Members We would like to thank the amazing task force who have worked diligently to create these important decision aids. Task force members: Karen Campbell led the task force supporting the development of the decision aids. Members in alphabetical order included: Ehsan Adiban, Tarik Alam, Barbara Anderson, Madeleine Ashcroft, Genet Begashaw, Jennifer Bilbie, Michelle Buffalo, Marcia Carr, Berenice Chan, Valérie Chaplain, Natalie Kameka, Corey Knott, Carly Lindsay, Jana Lognon, Svea Ménard, Valentina Popov, Gina Porter, Jodi Quinlan, Gita Rafiee, Laura Robbs, Kaila Snider, Ashley Thompson, and Andrea Trainor. Louise Rudden was consulted as a subject matter expert on using catheters in the paediatric population. Sponsored by an unrestricted educational grant from Coloplast Canada.

The CJWOC is the official publication of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Replacing the NSWOC Advance, this peer-reviewed journal represents an important evolution toward a more scientific and academic-focused publication that reflects the high standards of our wound, ostomy and continence specialty in Canada. Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) We’re excited to announce the launch of the Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) ! Starting with its Spring 2025 Issue, the CJWOC will be the official publication of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) . Replacing the NSWOC Advance , this peer-reviewed journal represents an important evolution toward a more scientific and academic-focused publication that reflects the high standards of our wound, ostomy and continence specialty in Canada. The Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) is published three times per year in French and English—in Spring, Fall, and Winter—and is available in both digital and print formats. Manuscripts are submitted by both Canadian and international authors. The journal is indexed in CINAHL and EBSCOhost through EBSCO Publishing, as well as in Cengage Learning/Gale, ensuring wide accessibility for healthcare professionals and researchers. CJOWC Editorial Board Lina Martins, MScN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) CJOWC Editor-in-Chief JWOCN Canadian Feature Section Editor Editorial Board Member for Ontario Louise Forest-Lalande, RN, MEd, ET French Editor Editorial Board Member for Québec & Atlantic Canada Julie Gagnon French Language Associate Karen Campbell, PhD, MScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) Editorial Board Member for British Columbia & Yukon Kevin Woo, PhD, RN, FAPWCA, NSWOC, WOCC(C) Editorial Board Member for Prairies, Northwest Territories, & Nunavut Join the CJWOC Community Share your research, case studies, and clinical insights! Submit your work to contribute to advancing knowledge in wound, ostomy, and continence care. Review the Editorial Guidelines and submit your manuscript. Contact our Editor-in-Chief, Lina Martins, MN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), at cjwoc@nswoc.ca , for guidance and support. Opportunities to Publish First time authors welcome! The CJWOC 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. If you have any questions, please send an email to our Editor-in-Chief at cjwoc@nswoc.ca , copying office@nswoc.ca . Submit a Manuscript Author Forms & Policies 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

< Back Nurse Specialized in Wound Ostomy and Continence Premier Healthcare Services Calgary, AB, Canada Part-Time View Full Job Description How to Apply Please email resume to: faye.mcrae@premierhealthcareservices.ca View Full Job Description Job Description Duties include but are not limited to: Travelling to urban areas within Calgary and surrounding areas and, on occasion, Southern Alberta, based on referral location Assessing complex wounds and skin conditions for clients who have physical disabilities including spinal cord injuries Performing conservative sharps debridement Recommending appropriate resources and wound care products based on best practice for the management of specific wounds including negative pressure wound therapy Consulting with nurse practitioners, physicians and allied health care professionals regarding wound and skin care recommendations Consulting with home health care agencies regarding care plans and wound/skin care education Accurate and timely completion of written documents including the BWAT, Braden, wound assessments and other required documents and reports Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Requirements/Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Current registration with CARNA Bachelor’s Degree from accredited School of Nursing Completion of Accredited Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing Education Program Possess a current driver’s license in good standing and reliable transportation Current Heart saver CPR certification 2 years current wound care experience Company/Organization Description

Advertise in the Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) We’re excited to announce the launch of the Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (CJWOC)! Starting with its Spring 2025 Issue, the CJWOC will be the official publication of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Replacing the NSWOC Advance, this peer-reviewed journal represents an important evolution toward a more scientific and academic-focused publication that reflects the high standards of our wound, ostomy and continence specialty in Canada. Advertising Guide Demonstrate your support and increase product awareness by reaching Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (NSWOCs), across Canada, who make product decisions in both the hospital and community. The Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) is the official publication of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) and features peer-reviewed manuscripts from all three specialty areas in both French and English. Publication Details National distribution to over 1,100 subscribers in both hard copy and digital formats. Published three times per year – in the Spring, Fall, and Winter Discount for multiple ad bookings Take advantage of a 7% discount on all ads if you book 3+ in advance. Download the rate guide PRODUCTION SCHEDULE AND DEADLINES Spring 2025 Issue Booking Deadline: January 10, 2025 Artwork Required: January 20, 2025 Winter 2025 Issue Booking Deadline: September 15, 2025 Artwork Required: October 6, 2025 Fall 2025 Issue Booking Deadline: June 15, 2025 Artwork Required: July 7, 2025 Spring 2026 Issue Booking Deadline: December 15, 2025 Artwork Required: January 6, 2026 Inquire about booking Sizes and Specs Acceptable File Formats Illustrator EPS (with text converted to paths and linked files embedded), TIF and JPG (flattened at 300dpi) or PDF (with all fonts and graphics embedded). Ad text close to crop marks may be cut off. Please allow at least 1/4 inch bleed. Please note these file formats will not be altered in any way and all artwork submitted is presumed to be print-ready. Please direct any production related questions to office@nswoc.ca . Full Page With Full Bleed: 9” x 11.5” 1/4” bleed required, trim size to be 8.5” x 11” Ads with No Bleed: 7.5” x 10” 1/2 Page 7.5” x 4.9” 1/4 Page 3.625” x 4.9” Book an ad Please select from the available ads for one or more upcoming issues of the Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) below. Please note that if you book 3 or more ads in advance, you can receive a 7% discount on each ad. Please refer to the advertising rate guide table of costs for the total discount amount. Once you submit a booking, please allow for up to 3 business days for confirmation from the NSWOCC National Office. We will issue you an invoice based on the ads booked in a confirmation email if the ad(s) you requested are still available for the issue(s). Use this form to book an ad for one or more issues of the Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC). Main Contact First name Last name Email Company name Billing Contact & Address Billing Contact Name(Required) Email Billing Address Country/Region(Required) Address(Required) City(Required) Zip / Postal code(Required) Ad #1 CJWOC Issue(Required) Spring 2025 Fall 2025 Winter 2025 Spring 2026 Fall 2026 Winter 2026 Ad Size & Placement(Required) Inside Front Cover Inside Back Cover Outside Back Cover Centerfold Full Page Half Page Quarter Page Do you want to book another ad?(Required) Yes No Submit

PRIVACY POLICY - PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION Policy Statement The Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) controls the collection, use and disclosure of personal information in accordance with the requirements set out in Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). This privacy policy explains how NSWOCC handles personal information. This policy forms part of the Terms of Use for NSWOCC websites (the “Site”). Through posting visible links to this privacy statement on various pages of its websites, NSWOCC has made a reasonable effort to ensure that you are advised of the purposes and terms under which your personal information will be used. Any questions or complaints can be directed to: Privacy Officer NSWOCC National Office 66 Leopolds Drive Ottawa, ON K1V 7E3 Email: office@NSWOCC.ca to the attention of the Privacy Officer Read the full Privacy Policy

Podcasts featuring NSWOCs from third parties Video Podcasts Video Podcasts Play Video Play Video 12:37 Everything you need to know about the WOC Institute's Preceptorship Program In June 2023, NSWOCC's membership core program leader, Shelly Barnes, RN, BN, NSWOC, WOCC (C), interviewed our WOC Institute Academic Chair, Kimberly LeBlanc, PhD, RN, NSWOC, WOCC (C), FCAN on everything you need to know about the WOC Institute's preceptorship program. The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute NSWOC Program (Wound, Ostomy and Continence Education Program) includes 225 hours of clinical preceptorship. Students consider this the highlight of the program and a highly valuable learning experience. This preceptorship experience ensures that program graduates can apply their theoretical knowledge in divers clinical setting. The preceptorship experience ensures that program graduates have the knowledge, skill and judgment to care for patients or clients in the many diverse settings encountered by a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence. Watch this brief interview to get answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about the preceptorship program, including how to become a preceptor and some important words of wisdom. Play Video Play Video 12:06 Sharing Circle-Bridging Healthcare Gaps for Indigenous Communities-An Initiative by Canadian Nurses Explore the Sharing Circle, an initiative by the Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) to enhance healthcare access and education for Indigenous people. In this episode with Bev Smith a nurse in Alberta, Canada we showcase how the Sharing Circle website connects patients, NSWOCs, and healthcare professionals to a wealth of resources, training, and support tailored for Indigenous wound, ostomy and continence health. Also, get inspired by the volunteer nurses spearheading passionate health projects. #IndigenousHealth #SharingCircle #NSWOCC #HealthcareAccess #WoundCare #OstomyCare #ContinenceCare #HealthEducation #CanadaHealth Play Video Play Video 05:54 Debridement: Canadian Best Practice Recommendations For Nurses We are pleased to be able to share a March 2022 podcast in audio and video form hosted by Dr. Kevin Woo, PhD, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FAPWCA, of Advances in Skin and Wound Care. In this episode, Dr. Woo interviews Erin Rajhathy, MClSc-WH, RN, NSWOC, WOCC (C) about NSWOCC's Debridement: Canadian Best Practice Recommendations For Nurses. Erin provides information about the recommendations as well as her experience in the development of the BPR and offers recommendations on how the BPR may be used across all health care disciplines and sectors, as well as by the front line nurse, organizations developing policy, and provincial governing bodies looking to further define debridement as it pertains to scope of practice. Audio Podcasts Audio Podcasts The Role of Nurses in the Healthcare System Cathy Harley, CEO of Nurses Specializ ed in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC), talks about social determinants of health, diversity in healthcare, and patient and public education. Improving Accessibility and Healthcare for Indigenous People with Bev Smith This episode highlights the Sharing Circle , a website that was developed with the aim to improve accessibility and healthcare for Indigenous people by the Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) Indigenous Wound, Ostomy and Continence Health Core Program. This website is dedicated to helping patients, NSWOCs, and other healthcare professionals across Canada access a directory of resources (general and province and territory specific), education, training, and support related to Indigenous wound, ostomy and continence health. This episode also highlights nurses who take on volunteer roles and lead health initiatives that they are passionate about.

Wellness Resources Click a row below to access that resource or link. Do you have a suggestion for a wellness resource or tool that you want shared on this page? Contact office@nswoc.ca to provide a suggestion. Titre Thème Description Lien Mandala Adult Colouring Book Relax and enjoy coloring the anti-stress online coloring book. Its main motive is Mandala. Our online palette allows you to mix any color you like and you can finally print or save your creation for free. If you prefer classic paper, feel free to print a clean anti-stress coloring page on paper and color it with crayons. https://coloringbook.pics/antistress-coloring-pages/mandala/ 55 word story Fogarty, C. T., Gross, N., & McLaren, D. (2011). 55-word stories: Small jewels for staying soulful. AAHPM Quarterly, Spring. http://digitaleditions.walsworthprintgroup.com/article/The+Art+Of+Caring%3A+55-Word+Stories/712464/68306/article.html Yoga for Grief Support: When It's Too Hard To Breathe Grief https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzOToV6tzZ4&ab_channel=yogaforgriefsupport Canada's Food Guide Healthy Eating https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/nutrition/Page2914.aspx Social Wellness Toolkit Healthy Relationships https://www.nih.gov/health-information/social-wellness-toolkit 5 Ways to Reduce Loneliness and Increase Connection Healthy Relationships https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/Pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=acl2610&lang=en-ca Reducing Work-Life Conflict: What Works? What Doesn't? Healthy Relationships https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/environmental-workplace-health/reports-publications/occupational-health-safety/reducing-work-life-conflict-what-works-what-doesn.html Making the most of your relationships during COVID Healthy Relationships Council for Continuing Pharmaceutical Education (CCPE- CFPC), a not-for-profit corporation created over 50 years ago, is proud to share our ARCH (Achieving Resilience in Canadian Healthcare) program. ARCH is 4 archived learning videos dedicated to promoting Practical Resilience in the face of the pandemic. Facilitated by Dr. E. Adriana Wilson, Psychiatrist, FRCPC, this free series will focus on evidence-based resilience promotion, offered in a very practical manner. http://legitimed.org/ARCH/ResilienceHealthcare_M2.mp4 Page 1 of 4 NSWOCC Wellness Program Program Description The NSWOCC Wellness Program (NWP) recognizes the unique job demands of our Members with the goal of providing psychological support. These demands can expose you to a number of stressors which can affect your well-being. NSWOCs, like many other healthcare professionals, struggle with balancing the demands between work and home, especially during this COVID-19 Pandemic. It is important to focus on your own self-care in order to continue caring for others. While struggling to provide the highest possible level of care for your patients, you can often neglect to care for yourself. Who is this program for? This program is available to all NSWOCC Members who register and provides a safe space to get together on a private Zoom Platform. There will be a series of sessions that will provide a relevant topic delivered by expert speakers to support well-being. Supported by:

< Back Clinical Nurse Specialist in Skin and Wound Care Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) Joseph Brant Hospital, Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, Canada Regular Full-Time View Full Job Description How to Apply To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply to posting #203780. We ask that you please include the posting number in the subject line of any email correspondence. No phone calls please. We thank all applicants and only those selected for interview will be contacted. View Full Job Description Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES: Development of internal policies and procedures for wound and skin management. Hospital-wide clinical consultation in wound and skin management. This responsibility includes direct client care and interprofessional team consultation, direction and evaluation of individual care plans for wound and skin care. Collaboration with community providers to ensure the continuum of care for patients awaiting discharge from JBH. Development, delivery and evaluation of wound and skin educational programs to the interprofessional team. This responsibility includes the identification and assessment of educational needs, evaluation of staff performance and provision of performance feedback and counseling where appropriate. Determines the need for procurement and discontinuance of special surface rental beds for all inpatients. Evaluation and budget planning of products for wound and skin care. Participation in JBH committees and regional/community committees, as appropriate, in consultation with the Administrative Program Director. Other duties as assigned. Requirements/Qualifications Applying individuals must have or are working on their MN. Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Masters in Wound Healing or Nursing Required 2+ years’ experience working with patients with skin & wound needs Preference will be given to individuals with a NSWOC/WOCC(C) certification or a IIWCC designation. Minimum 5 years’ experience in Medical and/or Surgical Nursing required. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in direct wound care management required. NSWOC qualification or IIWCC would be considered an asset. Experienced in advanced dressings and diabetes foot ulcer care. Adult teaching experience and/or adult education courses required. Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated effective communication skills (both written and verbal). Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality and availability. Company/Organization Description ABOUT JOSEPH BRANT HOSPITAL: Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service community teaching hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. It is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers for eight (8) consecutive years, with a skilled staff of 194 physicians, 1,911 full- and part-time staff and more than 700 volunteers. JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. Its expanded campus includes the state-of-art Michael Lee-Chin & Family Patient Tower, featuring a new Emergency Department, 172 acute inpatient beds, 9 new Operating Rooms and post-anaesthetic care unit to support expanded medical, surgical and outpatient services. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team. JBH inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca . Joseph Brant Hospital prioritizes the health and wellbeing of our patients, employees, credentialed staff, volunteers and learners. As a condition of employment, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of two COVID‑19 vaccines authorized by Health Canada within 24-48 hours of receiving an offer of employment, or proof of a documented exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code. Any information obtained during the recruitment process will be used for employment recruitment only, and not for any other purpose. At Joseph Brant Hospital, we are committed to diversity and inclusion as we continue and expand our efforts to become a more inclusive, safe and respectful place for everyone to visit, work and receive care. HR will accommodate any needs under the Ontario Human Right Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Recruitment processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should you require accommodation through the application and/or recruitment process, please contact HR for assistance at careers@josephbranthospital.ca or at Ext. 4129 to allow opportunity for appropriate accommodations to be made.

< Back Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) CBI Health Simcoe, ON, Canada Full-time & Part-time Positions Available $2000 Sign On Bonus! View Full Job Description How to Apply Apply at www.cbihealth.ca/careers or email jriches@cbihealth.ca View Full Job Description Job Description CBI Health is looking for passionate and caring Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) to join our skilled team. You will use your experience and clinical skills to ensure that our clients receive the highest quality home health care, delivered with compassion and excellence. $2000 Sign On Bonus! Full-time & Part-time Positions Available Grow your career with us! We support and reward our Nurses in the following ways: Competitive compensation, including travel pay Paid sick days, orientation, and training Four weeks’ vacation Comprehensive benefits plan for you and your family $2000 Sign On Bonus Employee Referral Bonus Flexibility to schedule hours to meet your work life balance needs Mobile technology and training provided (cell phone and tablet/laptop) Nursing trade tools provided (stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, etc.) Easy access to managers and nursing schedulers dedicated to supporting you Access to 24/7 support, no matter where you are Supportive onboarding program, peer-to-peer support, mentorship and ongoing learning and development to continuously advance your nursing knowledge and skills Opportunities to grow your career within CBI Health’s national network With the support of experienced colleagues and nursing leaders, at CBI Health you will be empowered to play a pivotal role to help clients and their families live their best lives in a variety of community settings. Your nursing practice will allow you to focus one on one with your client in their own home or in a local nursing clinic. Every day will be different! You will be able to apply your clinical skills in areas such as wound care, IV therapy, palliative care, tube feeding and medication administration, as well as health teaching. We value clinical excellence and are dedicated to supporting clinical best practices; in Ontario we are proud to be a designated RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization. We offer a full suite of tools and training to make service delivery both safe and effective. A leader in delivering virtual care in home health, our approach incorporates the use of secure technology to effectively connect with your clients and their caregivers when virtual care is the best option. At CBI Health, we’re committed to supporting our team members because we know that when we invest in you, you thrive. And when you thrive, so do our clients and the communities in which we all live and work. We are excited about the contribution you will bring to our team in making this happen! Requirements/Qualifications What you will need to be successful Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing Completion wound, ostomy and continence education program, such as the NSWOC Education program, recognized by the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) - NSWOC designation Advanced Wound certification such as Wound Ostomy and Continence Certified WOCC(C) recognized by the Canadian Nurses Association or International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC) Clear vulnerable sector screening Access to a reliable and insured vehicle A valid driver’s license and ability/willingness to travel within Brant, Haldimand and/or Norfolk Counties Strong verbal and written English communication skills Ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset Ability to work 3-5 days per week All team members are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination upon hire or provide a valid medical exemption When you join our team as a Nurse, you will belong to one of Canada’s leaders in the healthcare industry, with 250 locations across the country. As one of the largest healthcare networks in Canada, we are proud to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Platinum Member and Canada’s 10 Most Admired Company Cultures. Company/Organization Description Join us at CBI Health - where we work together to make great things happen. CBI Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives that help us innovate and provide the best possible care to our clients. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and CBI Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of our hiring process. Please inform your recruiter if you have any accommodation requests.