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< 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.

< Back Wound Care Specialist- Nurse Specializing in Wound, Ostomy and Continence- IIWCC, NSWOC, WCS CarePartners Niagara Falls, ON, Canada FT/PT/Cas View Full Job Description How to Apply Please apply online at: CarePartners Careers View Full Job Description Job Description Overview We are looking for a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence (NSWOC), (or SWAN/IIWCC). The NSWOC will provide wound and ostomy consultation for patients in the clinic and community. If you enjoy caring for a broad range of clients with a variety of wound etiologies and wound care modalities this is the job for you. In addition to make full use of your wound and ostomy care knowledge, each day you will use your skills in promoting self-management by patients and leading the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Your expertise in the management of wounds and ostomies will be sought out by individual practitioners and the various committees and organizations that guide wound care in the region. CarePartners will provide you with an in-depth orientation to both the agency and wound/ostomy care in the community; ongoing clinical support including online access to clinical expertise; an iPad and the equipment you need to conduct assessments. We are looking for Nurses with NSWOC/SWAN/IIWCC certification who desire great flexibility in their schedules. Open to Full Time/ Part Time/ or Casual in the Niagara Falls area. What We Offer Professional Fulfillment • Practice within your full nursing scope • Continuing education, certification and training • Competitive wage grid that recognizes nursing skillset • PAID MILEAGE at $0.45 per/km PLUS travel time • Flexible hours, autonomy over your schedule and a variety of assignments Support • Incredibly supportive, caring and inspiring culture • Comprehensive orientation and hands-on mentoring from experienced, caring staff • Up-to-date mobile devices with current scheduling and virtual technology Added Value • Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members • Health & dental benefits, plus retail discounts and recognition rewards • Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services What The Role Involves Using your knowledge of assessment, prevention and interventions regarding wound infections and ostomy care Care for patients with consuming wounds, ostomy, continence, provide lower leg assessment including ABPIs critically appraising the wound care literature and apply research evidence to practice Providing classifications and indications, appropriate utilization to reduce visit frequency and obtain desired outcomes Practicing conservative sharp wound debridement (CSWD) and use of other debridement methods Providing edema management including bandaging based on complete lower leg assessment Monitoring criteria for adjunctive therapy for complex or recalcitrant wounds Supporting our patient’s safety by practicing according to policy and standards Using your professional assessment skills to perform a thorough holistic assessment of each client and identify the client's needs by utilizing information from the client, caregiver(s), the home environment, the Ontario Health atHome referral and other sources Functioning as a member of a nursing team who are accountable for the nursing care it provides Developing appropriate time-specific, measurable goals and outcomes in collaboration with the client and/or caregiver(s), and in keeping with the Ontario Health atHome goal for treatment Requirements/Qualifications What You Bring Registered Nurse (RN) degree Current College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) registration in good standing Graduate of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence Canada (NSWOCC, formerly CAET), CNA exam may be pending IIWCC/SWAN or WCS Certified Several years of escalating experience managing wounds and ostomies A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our patients Exceptional interpersonal skills A valid driver’s license and vehicle as regular travel is required Excellent English verbal and written communication skills CPR Certification Current immunization record including 2 step TB test To protect our patients, we require a current vulnerable sector check and a clear background check Company/Organization Description Who We Are CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 22 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario. We continuously innovate to meet patient needs with specialized (award-winning) care programs and technology, including virtual care and AI

< Back Registered Nurse –Specializing in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care Dufferin Area Family Health Team Orangeville, ON, Canada Full-Time View Full Job Description How to Apply If this opportunity interests you, please submit your resume to Angie Cutt at a.cutt@dafht.ca by August 30, 2024 View Full Job Description Job Description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Screens, prioritizes, and processes patient referrals Coordinates the assessment of patient health status and its impact on management and prevention of wounds, with other members of the interdisciplinary team Works in collaboration with interdisciplinary team to provide appropriate primary care safely and effectively to patients Reviews patient clinical information obtained through physician referral, laboratory and diagnostic imaging reports and medical health records Conducts consultations with patients to obtain relevant information and assess client health learning needs Collaborates with family physician, nurse practitioner and other team members to develop appropriate individualized care plans with the patients following current, evidence based best practices Collaborates with the physician, nurse practitioner, Ontario Health at home care coordinators, and community service providers to facilitate optimal wound management for DAFHT patients Reviews current literature/resources to support preparation of education materials and tools including liaising with community partners Documents using patient health record, refers to other resources including Ontario Health at Home and arranges follow-up as necessary Manages, reviews, and makes recommendations regarding protocols and DAFHT policy for care of DAFHT wound care patients Practices within the scope and according to standards of practice as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario The NSWOC must possess specialized wound care knowledge as well as a solid understanding of general nursing concepts, patient care, and anatomy and physiology. Because they make pivotal care decisions, the incumbent must be an assertive leader and critical thinker with excellent organization and time management skills. Compassion and patience are needed to work effectively with diverse patients and family members. And as the field of wound care advances rapidly, the NSWOC must be a lifelong learner, who is able to remain current with emerging evidence and apply it to their work Provide education to patients, caregiver(s), physicians and other allied health professionals on the management and prevention of wounds The NSWOC is a key resource for the physicians, nurses and other members of the care team in the Dufferin Area Family Health Team The NSWOC provides care for all patients of the DAFHT, and often those living with diabetes, cancer, peripheral vascular disease, venous stasis or other chronic diseases, people with limited mobility and others who are at risk for developing acute or chronic wounds The NSWOC performs a careful assessment and develops a treatment plan to be carried out by the care team. This may include Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI) testing, and application of compression, wound debridement (a wound cleaning process that removes dead tissue and contaminants), wound cleansing and application of specialized dressings. The wound care nurse must be familiar with current evidence based wound care. The wound care nurse works with the patient’s physician to assess the need for additional diagnostic imaging, antibiotic therapy, and referrals for sharp surgical debridement or vascular surgery. WHY THE DAFHT: Organizational commitment to work-life balance, including flexible work hours Exceptional team environment with numerous staff recognition and appreciation events throughout the year 4 weeks of vacation to start, floater days, paid personal and sick time, paid continuing education time Allowance for continuing education and professional membership fees HOOPP Pension Plan Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision, critical Illness insurance, EFAP and EAP program Requirements/Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing Completed the University of Toronto International Interprofessional Wound Care Course or equivalent, preferred Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario Current membership with Registered Nurses Association of Ontario preferred Current membership with Wounds Canada Completed Certification of Wound, Ostomy & Continence through the Canadian Nurses Association Basic CPR certification Current Ontario Drivers’ License Demonstrated experience in Community and/or Primary Care Setting Demonstrated experience in wound/ostomy care and adult education. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Excellent oral/written skills Ability to work effectively with all members of the health care team Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices of primary care delivery Knowledge and proficiency to develop and conduct educational programs for learners, and experience in evaluation of learning activities specific to individual performance Ability to develop strategies that successfully meet the needs of a diverse patient, family, and provider population Proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment Willingness to teach and train other members of the interdisciplinary team or students as required. Company/Organization Description The registered nurse specializing in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care (NSWOC) is a vital part of Dufferin Area Family Health Team (DAFHT) and collaborates with the physicians and other interdisciplinary providers to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. The NSWOC will share expertise and knowledge of wound assessment and treatment with patients, their families, as well as other health care professionals within the FHT to ensure the appropriate level of care is effectively provided to patients.