Skin Wellness Associate Nurse

We are hiring a Full-Time or Part-Time Skin Wellness Associate Nurse - SWAN (RPN)

Offering $3,000 Sign on Bonus

As a member of the Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) team, the Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (SWAN) works collaboratively with the Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) to meet the needs of individuals/families with ostomies, acute and chronic wounds, and urinary and fecal continence concerns.

Here are many reasons why you will want to bring your talent to our team:

• Competitive Compensation. Our Total Rewards package includes a competitive salary, group benefits, RRSP pension, on demand pay, car loan support, and exclusive perks/discounts available only to SE Health staff
• Develop yourself with SE. We have education bursaries, Tuition Assistance Programs, continuing education, training, and professional development to support your life‑long learning
• Grow your career. SE health is a large national organization with diverse healthcare business lines. You’ll have an opportunity – and will be supported – to do different types of patient‑facing nursing roles in different locations if that is what you’re interested in. Or you can pivot to supporting or leadership positions where you use your nursing skills as a foundation to contribute and make an impact in different ways.
• Manage your life. At SE, you'll have the flexibility to manage your schedule to balance your life. You'll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients, meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and be part of a team.
• Subsidized RPNAOmemberships

• Perform detailed holistic assessment of clients with wound, ostomy and/or continence related concerns
• Formulate treatment recommendations in collaboration with the interprofessional team, and develop a plan of care based on the holistic assessment of clients who require wound, ostomy, and/or continence care
• Evaluate the plan of care and escalate to the Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (NSWOC) when clinically indicated
• Involve the K2P Wound Care Resource Nurses (K2P WCRN) in the evaluation process as appropriate
• Provide education and mentorship experiences to build wound, ostomy and continence knowledge and capacity within SE Health
• Provide consultation to care providers within the organization
• Facilitate dissemination of wound, ostomy, and continence knowledge
• Coordinates/collaborates with interprofessional team across the continuum of care

• Support quality health care through teaching, mentoring, and quality monitoring
• Optimize client outcomes through review of quality improvement (QI) reports to prioritize need
• Identify nursing trends and issues related to wound ostomy and continence management
• Assist in the development of information tools and educational initiatives for care providers
• Remain up to date on current evidence related to wound, ostomy, and continence best practices
• Collaborate with professional nursing associations to develop and enhance the delivery of health care for Canadians
• Participate in local funder initiatives/working groups as required

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Successful completion of the Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (SWAN) program, developed by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute for Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada
• Flexibility and a commitment to advancing wound, ostomy, and continence care at SE Health
• A willingness to participate in further education programs/courses to remain current
• Adoption of the SE model for wound care delivery through mentorship of K2P WCRN
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated skills working independently and in a team environment
• A demonstrated appreciation for Quality Improvement processes
• A current CPR certificate is required
• A valid driver’s license and vehicle (travel required)
• Updated immunization records, clear criminal background check, and Vulnerable sector check are required upon hire.
• A willingness to attain required SE Health…