NSWOCC is a CNA Affiliate Plus of the Canadian Network of Nursing Specialties
How to Apply
Please apply online here: Registered Nurse - Wound Ostomy
For questions about the position contact Dayna Clews at dclews@stjoes.ca
Job Description
The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who adheres to and models the Standards and Guidelines of the College of Nurses of Ontario; the SJHH mission, vision and values, policies and procedures; and applicable specialty standards. The Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse or Nurse Specializing in Wound, Ostomy, Continence, has completed additional training & certification to work in this role to provide patient/client-centred and evidence informed care to promote health and assess the need for the provision of care and the treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal patient/client function. This individual collaborates with the inter-professional team and assumes a leadership role in the delivering a full range of care and treatment to patient/clients including those with complex needs, high acuity and less predictable outcomes. In the role of Wound & Ostomy Nurse, you will provide pre-operative, post operative and rehabilitative assessment and care of patients and families related to ostomy or continence diversion. You will provide percutaneous tube management including establishment of stabilization and ambulatory systems and management of peritubular leakage and or skin breakdown; Pouches site as needed.
As part of the Skin & Wound team, reporting to the Clinical Director of Critical Care & Nursing Professional Practice, you will work in collaboration to promote and facilitate a best practice approach to advanced wound, and ostomy management that is client, family-centered, evidence based and interprofessional through direct care, research and education.
Requirements/Qualifications
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
Current BCLS/CPR certification required
RNAO, CNA or other professional association membership preferred
3-5 years experience working within the speciality of Wound & Ostomy care preferred
Completion of specialty to include the designation Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence or Certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse required
Completion of IIWCC preferred
Demonstrated knowledge, skills and judgement required to provide a full range of care and treatment in the clinical area of practice to patients/clients including those with complex needs, high acuity and less predictable outcomes required
Demonstrated ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with patients/clients and families required
Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively and communicate clearly with members of the interdisciplinary team to provide care for a full range of patients/clients required
Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work in response to patient/client and unit needs Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, professional development and continuous quality improvement required
Demonstrated basic skill level with computers, MS Word, incident reporting systems, internet searches, data entry and patient information systems required
Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to crisis intervention and conflict resolution required Demonstrated strong leadership, problem solving, critical thinking, team building and interpersonal skills required
Department specific Qualifications:
Has obtained training and education in the area of Advanced Wound & Ostomy care required
Has obtained certification with CNA or WOCNCB
Evidence of wound management expertise/practice within nursing experience
Foundational understanding of Wound Bed Preparation
Experience with debridement including mechanical and autolytic methods preferred
Experience with graduated compression bandage application preferred
Experience with trouble shooting ostomy appliance issues, acute/chronic complications
Participates in relevant committees such as the Skin and Wound Steering Committee.
Must be able to independently adjust & prioritize changes in work volume to accommodate urgent clinical needs.
Facilitates discharges to the LHIN or ICC program
Seeks direction from medical staff, manager or other Skin & Wound team members as needed
Participates and leads nursing research pertaining to patient populations relevant to Skin Wound and Ostomy
Company/Organization Description
As a premier academic and research healthcare organization, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is committed to making a difference in people’s lives and creating a lasting future for our community through integrated health services and internationally recognized programs. Our threefold mission is to provide dynamic research, revolutionary methods in health sciences education, and the highest standard of clinical care in a spirit of compassion, innovation and commitment. SJHH is a member of the St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS), and is affiliated with McMaster University, Mohawk College. St. Joseph's Health System and Niagara Health are committed to working together through a Collaborative Agreement (Renewed August 18, 2020). St. Joseph's is also home to the prestigious Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health and the high-tech Brain-Body Institute. The internationally renowned Centre for Minimal Access Surgery (CMAS) is among St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton’s prominent teaching contributions. SJHH is also one of only four hospitals in Ontario designated as Baby-Friendly. Baby-Friendly means that we protect, promote, and support breastfeeding. SJHH has earned a national reputation for outstanding patient care and innovative medical and surgical treatments. The Hospital is particularly well known for excellence in respiratory care, kidney and urinary care, mental health and addictions, surgical services, cancer surgery and women’s and infants’ care. We are also recognized as a leading academic and research centre.