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  • Tracy Fournier

    Secretary < Back Tracy Fournier BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) Secretary

  • Who are NSWOCs? | NSWOCC

    NSWOCs are specialized nurses. A Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) is a registered nurse with advanced and specialized knowledge and clinical skills in wound, ostomy and continence care who has graduated from a World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) recognized education program. Who are Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs)? NSWOCs are specialized nurses. A Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) is a registered nurse with advanced and specialized knowledge and clinical skills in wound, ostomy and continence care who has graduated from a World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) recognized education program. NSWOCs are CNA Certified. Recognized as Nurses who have specialized training in wound, ostomy and continence by the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA), NSWOCs are the ONLY nursing specialty with CNA certification in wound, ostomy and continence care (WOCC(C)). NSWOCs are across the continuum of care. From acute care hospitals, outpatient clinics, community, long term care and in independent practice, an NSWOC provides specialized holistic assessment and management as an interprofessional team member to meet the needs of individuals/families with ostomies, acute and chronic wounds and urinary and fecal continence problems. The NSWOC Power of 3 As healthcare spending in Canada continues to climb, pressure on healthcare administrators to deliver cost-efficient care is intensifying—and policymakers are ever-more focused on ensuring quality and system sustainability. Wound, ostomy and continence challenges are common across all Canadian healthcare settings—and their management places a financial burden on the healthcare system. Registered Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs) can help alleviate the financial strain facing administrators and policymakers through the provision of higher quality care, reduced costs and improved outcomes for patients. Discover the NSWOC Power of 3 Become an NSWOC! The Wound, Ostomy & Continence Institute’s Wound, Ostomy and Continence Education Program (WOC-EP) provides baccalaureate-prepared Registered Nurses with post graduate education and preparation for Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) certification in the wound, ostomy and continence tri-specialty with a focus on quality clinical and cost outcomes. Learn more & apply now! Name Change Tool Kit As of May 4, 2018, the Canadian Association for Enterostomal Therapy (CAET) changed their name to “Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, & Continence Canada” (NSWOCC). The Enterostomal Therapy Nurse (ETN) is now known as “Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence” (NSWOC). NSWOCC Designation and Credential Position Statement NSWOC Position statement Name change notice Designation & Credentials "My NSWOC was my support line. She gave me her knowledge, friendliness and respect. To this day I think about how lucky I was that she was available and that she offered her phone number to reach her at any time. Sixteen years later, I live without a large bowel, I have a stoma—and I have never looked back. With the help of this nurse, today I am healthy both physically and mentally." ANN DURKEE Ostomy Patient, Nova Scotia

  • Webinars | NSWOCC

    Register for an upcoming NSWOCC WOC Institute continuing education webinar below, or watch one of the myriad of on-demand webinars located in the "Past Webinars" section at the bottom of the page. Webinars for continuing education Register now or watch on demand! Register for an upcoming NSWOCC WOC Institute continuing education webinar below, or watch one of the myriad of on-demand webinars located in the "Past Webinars" section at the bottom of the page. Certificates of Attendance & Post-Webinar Survey Those who attend a continuing education webinar live on Zoom will automatically receive a certificate of attendance from the NSWOCC WOC Institute within 48 hours. If you would like to receive a certificate of attendance for a recorde d webinar, please complete the "Request a Certificate" form below, entering with the code included in the recorded webinar. We are pleased to inform you that effective October 18, in response to the growing success of our webinar series and the substantial increase in certificate requests this fall, we hav e introduced an automated system that will instantly generate and deliver your certificate of attendance when you request it through the online form. We are excited about this new development, as it means that you and fellow attendees watching webinars on-demand will no longer experience delays in receiving your certificates. Request a Certificate of Attendance Upcoming Webinars Beyond the Surface: Unveiling the Latest Guidelines in Medical Adhesive-Related Skin Injuries (MARSI) and Securement Apr 30, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EDT More info Register now! Etiology of pain and strategies for management Jun 04, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EDT More info Register now! Treatment strategies for DFU Jun 17, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EDT More info Register now! Disclaimer The views or opinions expressed in the webinar presentations or by the speakers are those of the speakers and/or sponsoring organization and do not necessarily represent the policies or views of the Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Although reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy, NSWOCC, and its agents, take no responsibility whatsoever for errors, omissions or any consequences of reliance on material or the accuracy of information presented. Promotion and hosting of these webinars do not constitute NSWOCC endorsement or assumption of liability for, any claims made in the webinar presentations. Past Webinars Past Webinars Complete post-webinar survey Request a Certificate of Attendance Play Video Play Video 45:16 Beyond the Incision Enhancing C Section Recovery with sNPWT Thursday, April 24, 2025 NSWOCC & WOC Institute Continuing Education Webinar: "Beyond the Incision: Enhancing C-Section Recovery with sNPWT" Objectives: • Describe the clinical evidence and indications for sNPWT use in Cesarean section patients. • Identify risk factors that increase susceptibility to postoperative wound complications in C-section patients. • Explore how standardized wound care protocols—including the use of sNPWT—can be developed or integrated into clinical practice to improve maternal outcomes. Presented by Dr. Sebastian Hobson In partnership with Smith+Nephew Disclaimer The views or opinions expressed in the webinar presentations or by the speakers are those of the speakers and/or sponsoring organization and do not necessarily represent the policies or views of the Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Although reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy, NSWOCC, and its agents, take no responsibility whatsoever for errors, omissions or any consequences of reliance on material or the accuracy of information presented. Promotion and hosting of these webinars do not constitute NSWOCC endorsement or assumption of liability for, any claims made in the webinar presentations. Play Video Play Video 01:00:45 Deleted video Tuesday, April 8th 2025 Part 4 of the webinar series: "Wound Care Strategies for Keeping the Patient at Home and in the Community" Wound Care patients and residents overwhelmingly wish to avoid hospitalization, amputation or long-term care. This webinar series from Canada’s leading thought leaders in wound healing will present an educational program from January to June that will help with strategies to avoid amputation, accelerate healing, manage pain and restore quality of life. Save the dates: January 28, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Michael Stacey – Improving blood flow and microcirculation in the lower limb February 12, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Robyn Evans – Edema management – role in healing and best strategies March 5, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Gary Sibbald – Determining lower leg etiology and patient navigation April 8, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Michael Stacey – Treatment strategies for PAD and VLU May 7, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Gary Sibbald – Treatment strategies for DFU June 4, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Robyn Evans – Etiology of pain and strategies for management Presenters: Dr. Michael Stacey MBBS, FRACS, Doctor of Surgery Dr. R. Gary Sibbald BSc, MD FRCPC (Med, Derm), MACP, FAAD, MEd, FAPWCA, D.Sc. (Hons) Dr. Robyn Evans, MD, BSc., CCFP, IIWCC In partnership with geko™ & Perfuse Medtec Play Video Play Video 01:03:04 Treatment Strategies for PAD and VLU Thursday, March 13th 2025 NSWOCC & WOC Institute Continuing Education Webinar: "Best Practices in Using Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (sNPWT)" Learning Objectives: 1. Demonstrate the use of the OneNPWT Clinical Decision Tree for open wounds 2. Share strategies and experiences to transition appropriate wounds to PICO sNPWT 3. Analyze real-life scenarios where transitioning from tNPWT to sNPWT is indicated 4.Explore various wound etiologies appropriate for sNPWT Speakers: Amanda Loney, BScN, RN, IIWCC, NSWOC, WOCC(C) Rosemary Hill, RN, BSN, CWOCN NSWOC WOCC(C) In partnership with Smith+Nephew Play Video Play Video 01:07:08 Best Practices in Using Single-Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (sNPWT) Wednesday, March 5 2025 Part 3 of the webinar series: "Wound Care Strategies for Keeping the Patient at Home and in the Community" Wound Care patients and residents overwhelmingly wish to avoid hospitalization, amputation or long-term care. This webinar series from Canada’s leading thought leaders in wound healing will present an educational program from January to June that will help with strategies to avoid amputation, accelerate healing, manage pain and restore quality of life. Save the dates: January 28, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Michael Stacey – Improving blood flow and microcirculation in the lower limb February 12, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Robyn Evans – Edema management – role in healing and best strategies March 5, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Gary Sibbald – Determining lower leg etiology and patient navigation April 8, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Michael Stacey – Treatment strategies for PAD and VLU May 7, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Gary Sibbald – Treatment strategies for DFU June 4, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Robyn Evans – Etiology of pain and strategies for management Presenters: Dr. Michael Stacey MBBS, FRACS, Doctor of Surgery Dr. R. Gary Sibbald BSc, MD FRCPC (Med, Derm), MACP, FAAD, MEd, FAPWCA, D.Sc. (Hons) Dr. Robyn Evans, MD, BSc., CCFP, IIWCC In partnership with geko™ & Perfuse Medtec Play Video Play Video 01:29:03 Determining lower leg etiology and patient navigation Tuesday, February 25 2025 NSWOCC & WOC Institute Continuing Education Webinar: "Pressure Injury Prevention (PIP): A Bundled Approach for Success" Learning Objectives: 1. Identify lessons learned and best practices from OR PIP bundle and implications for International PIP. 2. Analyze case studies (OR, ICU and ER) and practical strategies for prevention of pressure injuries 3. Apply evidence-based insights to enhance pressure injury prevention in your clinical setting Presented by: Lilibeth Acero RN, BSN VNS Health, New York City, NY Alison Anger, NP, MSc., IWC, NSWOC Lakeridge Health, Oshawa Kaylem Boileau, MHSc, RD Toronto, ON In partnership with Smith+Nephew Play Video Play Video 01:04:07 Pressure Injury Prevention (PIP): A Bundled Approach for Success Wednesday, February 12 2025 Part 2 of the webinar series: "Wound Care Strategies for Keeping the Patient at Home and in the Community" Wound Care patients and residents overwhelmingly wish to avoid hospitalization, amputation or long-term care. This webinar series from Canada’s leading thought leaders in wound healing will present an educational program from January to June that will help with strategies to avoid amputation, accelerate healing, manage pain and restore quality of life. Save the dates: January 28, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Michael Stacey – Improving blood flow and microcirculation in the lower limb February 12, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Robyn Evans – Edema management – role in healing and best strategies March 5, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Gary Sibbald – Determining lower leg etiology and patient navigation April 8, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Michael Stacey – Treatment strategies for PAD and VLU May 7, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Gary Sibbald – Treatment strategies for DFU June 4, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Robyn Evans – Etiology of pain and strategies for management Presenters: Dr. Michael Stacey MBBS, FRACS, Doctor of Surgery Dr. R. Gary Sibbald BSc, MD FRCPC (Med, Derm), MACP, FAAD, MEd, FAPWCA, D.Sc. (Hons) Dr. Robyn Evans, MD, BSc., CCFP, IIWCC In partnership with geko™ & Perfuse Medtec Play Video Play Video 58:00 Edema management – role in healing and best strategies Thursday, February 6 2025 NSWOCC & WOC Institute Continuing Education Webinar: "Evolving Thought on Solution Selection for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with Instillation" Learning Objectives: 1. Describe the evolution of thought and evidence for solution selection in NPWTi from saline to Vashe pure hypochlorous acid (pHA). 2. Discuss the benefits of Vashe pure hypochlorous acid (pHA) in NPWTi. 3. Analyze the economic impact of early NPWTi with Vashe pure hypochlorous acid (pHA) including reductions in hospitalization duration, debridements, and overall treatment costs. Presented by: Dr. Paul J. Kim, DPM, MS Professor, Departments of Plastic Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery Medical Director, Wound Program University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas In partnership with Urgo Medical North America Play Video Play Video 01:04:02 Evolving Thought on Solution Selection for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with Instillation Tuesday, January 28 2025 Part 1 of the webinar series: "Wound Care Strategies for Keeping the Patient at Home and in the Community" Wound Care patients and residents overwhelmingly wish to avoid hospitalization, amputation or long-term care. This webinar series from Canada’s leading thought leaders in wound healing will present an educational program from January to June that will help with strategies to avoid amputation, accelerate healing, manage pain and restore quality of life. Learning Objectives: 1. Blood flow is the critical element to improving and expediting wound healing outcomes. 2. Discuss strategies that will improve blood flow and offer their patients the ability to manage wounds in the home or the community will be reviewed. Save the dates: January 28, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Michael Stacey – Improving blood flow and microcirculation in the lower limb February 12, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Robyn Evans – Edema management – role in healing and best strategies March 5, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Gary Sibbald – Determining lower leg etiology and patient navigation April 8, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Michael Stacey – Treatment strategies for PAD and VLU May 7, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Gary Sibbald – Treatment strategies for DFU June 4, 6:00 PM ET: Dr. Robyn Evans – Etiology of pain and strategies for management Presenters: Dr. Michael Stacey MBBS, FRACS, Doctor of Surgery Dr. R. Gary Sibbald BSc, MD FRCPC (Med, Derm), MACP, FAAD, MEd, FAPWCA, D.Sc. (Hons) Dr. Robyn Evans, MD, BSc., CCFP, IIWCC In partnership with geko™ & Perfuse Medtec Load More

  • About the WOC Institute | NSWOCC

    The WOC Institute’s online and on-site educational programs are delivered by a team of highly knowledgeable and dedicated nurse leaders who are Canadian Association of Nurses (CNA) certified Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC). Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute (WOC Institute) About the Institute The Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Institute is wholly owned and operated by the association of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®). Our tri-specialty of wound, ostomy and continence nursing is unique, and we strive to improve the lives of those patients with challenges in wound, ostomy and continence. The WOC Institute also strives to support those who have chosen this dynamic and evolving field by providing nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals with comprehensive online education programs and skills-based training in wound, ostomy and continence care, given them with the tools necessary to progress their nursing careers and become an essential part of Canada’s healthcare system. The WOC Institute’s flagship program is the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Education Program (WOC-EP) for baccalaureate-prepared Registered Nurses. The WOC-EP is the only program in Canada whose graduates become Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC®), and are able to write the CNA certification exam for Wound, Ostomy and Continence. The WOC Institute’s educational programs are delivered by a team of highly knowledgeable and dedicated nurse leaders who are Canadian Association of Nurses (CNA) certified Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence. Start your Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Journey Learn more about the educational programs and courses offered by the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) Institute! Click here Contact Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute E-Mail: chair@wocinstitute.ca Tel: Toll free at 1-877-614-1262 Contact the WOC Institute Up

  • 25, Clinical Manager: Mölnlycke Health Care

    < Back Clinical Manager: Mölnlycke Health Care Mölnlycke Health Care View Full Job Description How to Apply Apply online at https://careers.molnlycke.com/job/Ontario-Clinical-Manager%2C-Canada-ON/863938301/ View Full Job Description Job Description Look at us grow! Mölnlycke Health Care has a new role in Canada: The Clinical Manager (CM)! Using clinical expertise this position supports the vision & strategic plans of our Wound Care Division in Canada. Working in partnership with the GM-Canada & VP of MPA-A, you'll develop and oversee the Canadian clinical strategy, aligning with annual marketing and sales objectives. As part of the Nationals Leadership team, you'll facilitate and develop both external clinical educational programs that support and drive sales growth and value-added material for our customers and internal education to support Area Manager (AM) clinical knowledge development. Additionally, the Clinical Manager facilitates the clinical sales strategy in focused accounts and supports the sales call pathway from a clinical orientation. Here’s a closer look at the position: Align with the corresponding National Sales Manager and National Accounts Manager to collaborate on improving overall team processes, monitor the effectiveness of clinical programs, and assist with planning to support sales and GPO strategies. Develop and manage relationships with cross-functional teams, nationally and regionally, (i.e. Marketing, Commercial Excellence, Legal and Regulatory, Px, Finance, and Medical Affairs) to achieve annual and long-term business objectives. To develop and implement Advisory Boards, Focus Groups, and Forums and facilitate KOL programs throughout Canada that raise corporate or brand awareness and build strong relationships Develop and implement the Clinical Sales Strategy with sales in top targeted accounts. Deliver product-related programs, including professional education events, development of evidence (i.e., QIPs) and other peer-to-peer events to appropriate audiences and groups that grow or defend Molnlycke’s Wound Care product portfolio. Develop implementation tools and deliver targeted account compliance programs where and when appropriate. Provide training and support for new hires; Act as the primary clinical resource for AMs, ensuring that clinical policies and procedures are properly implemented. Requirements/Qualifications Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, or other related medical training with active licenses (i.e. MD, PT, NP, PA); NSWOC preferred English (primary language) and French (preferred) 7-10 years of progressively responsible, clinically related experience with comprehensive knowledge of wound care products and companies through clinical experiences Experience in presenting to large and small groups; Excellent written and oral communication Experienced in developing, training and presenting wound care-related education Overnight travel expectation is 50% Must be able to obtain and maintain credentialing Company/Organization Description

  • Join Us | NSWOCC

    There has never been a more exciting time to be involved with NSWOCC. By joining NSWOCC, you remain a part of a nationwide network of Nurses who have Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence who promote the highest standards of patient care in the areas of wound, ostomy and continence. NSWOCs are right across the the continuum of care from acute to community Join NSWOCC Register now by clicking the link below. Join NSWOCC Membership Benefits Communications, Publications & Opportunities to Publish Important Electronic Communication Subscription to the NSWOCC mailing list for exclusive regular communication about important wound, ostomy and continence news, association updates, upcoming events, and more! CINAHL Library Subscription Access CINAHL Complete, which contains: Full text for more than 1,350 journals indexed in CINAHL Database Indexing for more than 5,400 journals Searchable cited references for more than 1,500 journals Full text dating back to 1937 Nearly 5 million records Author affiliations 170 Continuing Education Modules (see to how they appear in the database, please use this link: Evidence-based Care Sheets * Quick Lessons providing Overviews of Disease and Conditions Research Instruments *Evidence-based care sheets: summaries on specific key topics, which are focused on nursing practice. Each evidence-based care sheet incorporates the latest evidence, statistics, research and references on a given topic. The references are ranked, using a coding matrix, according to the type of literature they represent (systematic reviews, meta-analysis, etc). The NSWOC Advance Subscription to 3 issues of the NSWOC Advance online: the official publication of NSWOCC, which contains some peer-reviewed articles Journal of Wound Ostomy and Continence Nursing (JWOCN) Discounted subscription to the peer-reviewed JWOCN Opportunity to Publish... ...clinical cases, articles, and/or research in the NSWOC Advance ...in the Canadian feature section of the JWOCN Continuing Education & Advancing Practice Continuing Education Webinar Series in English & French Members-only discounted registration for the NSWOCC National Conference & education days, as well as other educational conferences and workshops Free access to CNA Certification Prep Course for WOCC(C) exam Access to NSWOC Mentorship Program Early access to best practice recommendations (BPR) in wound, ostomy, & continence Participate in building BPRs, Position Statements and Decision Aids National Networking & Involvement Join the NSWOCC Journal Club to discuss wound, ostomy, and continence topics with colleagues from across Canada! Access to national network of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) through our members-only directory & database Local access to regional NSWOCC groups for information and support allow you to develop networks on a more regional or provincial level Join, participate, and lead an NSWOCC Core Program or Community of Practice : National Conference Planning Research and Practice Professional Practice Indigenous WOC Health Community Engagement Membership Publications SWAN Community of Practice French Community of Practice Indigenous Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Health Harm Reduction Community of Practice Paediatric Community of Practice Advocacy Support for advocating the NSWOC Position Access to the Power of 3 Campaign Participate in the Community Engagement & Ostomy Advocacy Committee International Recognition Access to International Skin Tear Advisory Panel information Partnership with the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® Exposure to global Best Practice Recommendations in wound, ostomy, & continence Membership Benefits Perkopolis Discounts Nurses Specialized in Wound Ostomy and Continence Canada is partnered with Perkopolis to provide Members with over 5000 exclusive perks! Perkopolis is Canada’s largest employee perk program with offers available across Canada and globally. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or quality time with loved ones, their exclusive offers have something for everyone. Perks with companies like Apple, The Body Shop, WestJet, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Avis, and more! Learn more Support for your CNA Certification Renewal by Continuous Learning and Initial Certification Exam: Eligible Continuous Learning Activities: By registering as an NSWOCC member, you automatically gain access to 4 continuous learning hours per year, adding up to a total of 20 hours during the five-year period between certification writing and renewal. Participating in NSWOCC activities can also earn you CL hours: NSWOCC Members Journal Club: Qualifies as CL hours under "Independent Study." NSWOCC WOC Institute Continuing Education Webinars: Qualifies as CL hours under "Webinars." WOC Institute Preceptors are eligible for CL hours. Professional Publications: Authors of articles, textbook chapters, teaching guides, or Best Practice Recommendations Documents are eligible for CL hours. All NSWOCC Board Members and Core Program Leaders can claim 25 hours of CL activities. Those who completed the Advanced Wound Debridement Course are eligible for 32 continuous learning hours. Track Your Learning: To keep track of your CL hours effortlessly, use CNA's form, "Continuous Learning for Certification Renewal: Activities and Competencies." Simply log your completed activities and submit them as part of your renewal application at the end of your five-year term. Continuous Learning (CL) Activities — General Guidelines: The CNA Certification Program offers flexibility in the type of CL activities you can count toward renewing your certification credential. Here are some key guidelines: CL activities must relate to improving knowledge and skills in your nursing practice specialty. Each CL activity must be completed within the five-year certification term. Count one CL hour for each clock hour. Count any CL activities that are 30 minutes or longer. No pre-authorization is required to count your CL activities. Count the same CL activity only once during the five-year term, unless it’s at a higher level. NSWOC Prep Course for the CNA Certification Exam: Prepare confidently for the CNA Certification Exam with our comprehensive NSWOC Prep Course. The course includes a review of core competencies, relevant wound, ostomy, and continence curriculum, sample exam questions, and a dedicated study group for support. To access the course, log in to www.nswoc.ca and visit the "Members Login" area. Click on "View available downloads" in the left-hand sidebar and select "NSWOCC CNA Certification Prep Course." Join the Online Study Group: As an NSWOCC Member, you have the added benefit of joining the NSWOCC CNA Certification Exam study group. For joining this supportive community, please contact chair@wocinstitute.ca before October 20th, 2023.

  • Nova Scotia Summit | NSWOCC

    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.

  • Core Programs | NSWOCC

    Core Programs This is your Project Page. It's a great opportunity to help visitors understand the context and background of your latest work. Double click on the text box to start editing your content and make sure to add all the relevant details you want to share. Setting the National Standard of Practice for NSWOCs Professional Development Core Program Leader Debra Johnson, RN, BScN, MN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) 02 Project Name This is your Project description. Provide a brief summary to help visitors understand the context and background of your work. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start. 03 Project Name This is your Project description. Provide a brief summary to help visitors understand the context and background of your work. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start. 04 Project Name This is your Project description. Provide a brief summary to help visitors understand the context and background of your work. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start.

  • Alberta Summit | NSWOCC

    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

  • NSWOC Advance & Publications | NSWOCC

    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

  • Ontario Summit | NSWOCC

    Ontario Wound, Ostomy and Continence Summit Improving Healthcare in Ontario: Specialized Wound, Ostomy and Continence Access for all Ontarians 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. Friday, June 7, 2024 8am -1pm ET Venue Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre 801 Dixon Rd, Toronto, ON M9W 1J5 Objectives Engaging patients, health care administration, government & academic partners, senior nurses from the community & continuing care, and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs) to: Provide the current status on best practices in wound, ostomy and continence within the Province of Ontario. Evaluate a patient’s experience living with an ostomy in Ontario. Determine the economic burden for people living with an ostomy through the review of the ostomy impact study. Discuss the delivery of quality care supporting a positive patient experience in the Ontario home care setting. Discuss interprofessional skin and wound care innovation in the province of Ontario. Full Program Digital Flyer Meeting Proceedings Download the meeting proceedings Program Download Program Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel Reservations We've secured a special group rate for accommodations at the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre for the NSWOCC – Ontario Wound, Ostomy and Continence Summit. Don't miss out on this exclusive offer! To ensure you get the best deal, be sure to book your stay by May 17, 2024. Simply click on the link below to reserve your room at the discounted rate of $209 CAD per night: Book your stay by May 17, 2024 In partnership with: Attending Industry Partners Attending the Ontario Summit as an Industry Partner Demonstrate to key healthcare stakeholders your commitment to improving Wound, Ostomy and/or Continence care for nurses & patients by attending the Ontario Wound, Ostomy and Continence Summit as an industry partner! As an attending industry partner, NSWOCC would provide you with a booth space at the event with a 6’ table and two chairs. Your partnership will also include complimentary registration and breakfast for your attending reps (up to 2 reps), as well as your logo on the event website, flyer, and other marketing material. NSWOCC will also acknowledge you during opening and closing remarks. The cost to attend as an Industry Partner is $2,000. Email office@nswoc.ca to confirm your spot

  • 83, Clinical Nurse Specialist

    < Back Clinical Nurse Specialist West Park Healthcare Centre West Park Healthcare Centre, Emmett Avenue, York, ON, Canada Permanent, Full-Time $60.65-$70.78/hour View Full Job Description How to Apply Please apply online at: https://phf.tbe.taleo.net/phf04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=WESTPARKHEALTHCARE&cws=38&rid=3999 View Full Job Description Job Description Clinical Practice: Provides nursing leadership for care of complex patients within specialty foci of complex wound care and experience working within the geriatric population Participates within interprofessional team rounds to provide nursing leadership and guidance in the provision of patient care Uses theoretical and empirical knowledge to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care Uses multiple assessment strategies to anticipate a wide range of patient responses to actual and changing health status and choices Participates in and provides a resource for care planning activities with nurses, interprofessional team members, physicians, patients and their families Role models and facilitates partnerships with patients and their families to promote, enhance and champion person-centered care Uses multiple strategies to support the integration of nursing standards, best practices, clinical policies and procedures within the practice setting and at point of care Provides leadership in the interpretation of regulatory issues that impact practice and organizational policy and promotes accountability at the unit level Advocates for and participates in creating a practice environment that supports safe patient care, interprofessional collaborative practice and professional growth Provides consultation across the organization regarding both patient specific needs and corporate practice initiatives that they are leading and/or participating in such as RNAO Best Practice Guideline implementation, evaluation and sustainability Professional Development Works in partnership with Clinical Service Managers and Clinical Nurse Educators to identify nursing staff’s learning needs and facilitates or provides ongoing development support to staff for their clinical practice Collaborates with Clinical Service Managers and Clinical Nurse Educators to support unit/department orientation and identification of ongoing learning needs of new staff Identifies changes in competencies and skill sets of nursing staff in relation to changes in specific patient care needs and/or patient populations Through multiple strategies, facilitates learning and provides mentorship for nursing staff to help meet their needs for changes in their clinical competencies and skills Plans coordinates, implements and evaluates initiatives to support the development of critical thinking, knowledge translation and achievement of person-centered care Partners with Clinical Service Managers and Clinical Practice Leaders to develop, implement and evaluate interprofessional approaches to care and support the application of interprofessional collaborative model of care practices in the practice setting Identifies need for new and updated products and equipment, acceptable performance and use of existing items. e.g. change in practice, staff/patient education, need for written procedures, monitoring of trends and impact on patient outcomes Facilitates development, revisions, monitoring, and dissemination of practice related policies and procedures Participates in the interviewing process for hiring of staff for all professions as appropriate Engages in continuous professional self-development that demonstrates responsibility and commitment for ongoing learning and maintenance of competence Research and Scholarship Maintains current knowledge of best practices and current trends in nursing practice Leads in the identification of opportunities to improve patient care through the application of best practices Facilitates the application of best practices with nurses and interprofessional team members In partnership with relevant stakeholders, develops, implements and evaluates educational materials for patients/families, nurses and interprofessional team members Leads and collaborates in planning, development, implementation and sustainability of quality improvement initiatives (both unit based and corporately) that are based on best practices. Maintains a commitment to supporting WPHC’s status as a designated Best Practice Spotlight Organization through activities of implementation, evaluation, dissemination and sustainability/spread of best practice guidelines Engages in quality improvement frameworks e.g. Practice Development methodologies to develop sustained person-centered, evidence informed practice through 1) transformation of care, and 2) shifting the culture and context of care Supports Nursing Professional Standards and Issues Committee (PSIC) and Interprofessional Council through membership and leadership on specific initiatives and sub-committees arising for its business Leads and/or supports practice initiatives through membership on corporate committees to positively impact patient care Forms alliances and collaborations with experienced researchers for co-investigations Participates in research activities through a number of mechanisms e.g. identification of the subject matter, methodology and design, data collection, analysis of findings, development of recommendations, etc. Involves staff in research for data collection and analysis activities as appropriate Disseminates research and quality improvement findings in publications and through presentations in local and external venues Seeks joint appointments to build coalitions, and to share resources, knowledge and expertise Mentors undergraduate and graduate nursing students, staff undertaking specialty certifications/courses, RNAO fellowships, etc. Requirements/Qualifications Key Qualifications: Master’s degree in Nursing or relevant Masters (e.g. Education) Undergraduate Bachelors of Science in Nursing BCLS, specialty certifications pertaining to patient population at WPHC, NSWOCC Member, cross-appointment(s) to academic institutions preferred Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Specialty certification; RNAO CNA Certification preferred Minimum of five (5) years clinical experience in an acute care, rehabilitation or complex continuing care organization(s) Demonstrated ability in best practice and/or protocol development, implementation and evaluation Experience in research and quality improvement methodologies Excellent interpersonal, communication, consultation and teaching abilities Knowledge of evidence based practice and the ability to apply research to practice Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software Evidence of success in an advanced practice role preferred Evidence of satisfactory attendance record An employee’s disciplinary record will be reviewed as part of the assessment of qualifications Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the centre’s core values and helps patients get their life back Should be aware of conditions and measures that may affect the safety of patients, residents, students, employees, volunteers, physicians and visitors Company/Organization Description Effective April 1, 2024, University Health Network (UHN) and West Park Healthcare Centre have come together to form Canada's most comprehensive and specialized rehabilitation and complex continuing care centre. Learn more about our integration, new hospital and building Canada's leading rehabilitation ecosystem here.

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