Skin Wellness Associate Nurse

Overview

Make an Impact on People’s Lives;
Join SE Health as a SWAN Nurse to work in Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough and Haliburton area

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.

• Competitive Total Rewards. So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, on-demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing and exclusive staff perks.
• Growth That Meets Your Ambition
  Build your skills with education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training and mentorship. Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to full scope and deliver excellent care. With diverse roles and locations across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to explore new career paths or move into support and leadership positions.
• Innovative. At SE, we are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Senior’s Health and Aging.
• Purpose & Impact Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.
• Manage your life. At SE, you’ll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients and meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and be part of a team.
• Paid mileage between clients.
• Subsidized RNAO & RPNAO memberships

Clinical Support and Consultation

• Perform detailed holistic assessment of clients with wound, ostomy and/or continence related concerns
• Formulate treatment recommendations in collaboration with the inter professional 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 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 inter professional team across the continuum of care

Program Development/Leadership

• 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…