How to Apply
Please visit https://jobs.nshealth.ca/job-invite/173331/ to submit your application, indicating Req ID: 192480, NSWOC in your job posting. If you have any questions or would like more information on this specific opportunity, please contact us! risa.takada@nshealth.ca
Job Description
Reporting to a Health Services Manager, the Nurse Specialized in Wound Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) promotes evidence-based care and provides specialized comprehensive assessment and management as part of an interdisciplinary team to individuals living with acute and chronic wounds, with or at risk of skin breakdown, urinary/fecal diversions (e,g, ostomies) and urinary/fecal dysfunction and indwelling tubes (e.g. enteral feeding tubes and cecostomy tubes) . The functions of the role include consultation, coordination, education, and research.
Hours
Permanent Part Time 70%; 52.5 hours bi-weekly
This is a multi-site position. The home site is Valley Regional Hospital, with travel to EKM and WKM
Compensation and Benefits
$47.49 - $56.66 hourly
$58.64 hourly with 25 years' nursing experience Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, longterm disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Requirements/Qualifications
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)
Completion of Wound, Ostomy & Continence Program through NSWOCC or equivalent
Membership with Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence of Canada (NSWOCC) preferred
Canadian Nurse Association (CNA) certification in Wound, Ostomy and Continence or expectation to obtain
Minimum two (2) years of related experience required
Current Basic Life Support (BLS-C) HCP certification
Comprehensive knowledge of community resources
Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Demonstrated teaching skills based on principals of adult learning and expertise in preparing effective teaching methods and tools
Strong caseload management skills and attention to detail
Self-motivated and ability to work independently - Commitment to advancing wound, ostomy and continence care
Access to a reliable vehicle, valid NS drivers license and a willingness to travel are required
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Company/Organization Description
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.