Wound Care Specialist- Nurse Specializing in Wound, Ostomy and
Continence- IIWCC, NSWOC, WCS

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