Nurse; RN Specializing in Wound Ostomy Continence; NSWOC
Job in
North Vancouver, BC, Canada
Listing for:
Vancouver Coastal Health
Per diem
position
Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
-
Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 49.2 - 63.47 CAD Hourly
CAD
49.20
63.47
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Nurse (RN) Specializing in Wound Ostomy Continence (NSWOC)
Salary Details
The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20/Hr.
- CAD $63.47/Hr.
Job Summary
Come work as a Nurse Specializing in Wound Ostomy Continence at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Registered Nurse Specializing in Wound Ostomy Continence (NSWOC) to join the Wound Care team at Lions Gate Hospital. Apply today to join our team!
As a Nurse Specializing in Wound Ostomy Continence at VCH you will:
Provide leadership and demonstrates/applies advanced clinical preparation and expert nursing skills in the provision of care to patients/clients/residents who have skin, wound, ostomy, and/or continence challenges.Provide consultation and education to, and works in collaboration with, physicians/nurse practitioners, nursing and other interdisciplinary team members to provide evidence-base care for patients/clients/residents with skin, wound, ostomy and continence concerns.Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).Completion of a recognized Nurse Specializing in Wound Ostomy Continence Education Program or the Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse Education Program.Valid BC Driver’s License as local travel may be required; travel may require the use of own personal vehicle.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a patient/family centered model of care.Knowledge of the BCCNM standards for nursing practice.Knowledge of evidence based nursing practice related to a patient population.Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient care.Knowledge of research process and methodology.Knowledge of adult learning principles.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, coach and facilitate staff and patients as individuals and in groups.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.Demonstrated ability to communicate with, and deal effectively with, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, patients and their families, and staff of outside agencies.Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with conflict situations.Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in collaboration with others.Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Demonstrated skill in the use of medical equipment and supplies appropriate to designated clinical area.Demonstrated skill in techniques appropriate to the treatment of designated patient population.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized patient care information system.Ability to operate related equipment.Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.
As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks.
For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great…
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