Miramichi Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 9758010

ANTICIPATED END DATE: 17 Jun 2027

JOB PURPOSE

To work in collaboration and support of the Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) role. The NSWOC applies evidence-based, advanced nursing knowledge, skills, and judgement specific to wound and ostomy care. As an independent practitioner within an inter-professional and collaborative team, the NSWOC acts as a resource and consultant for healthcare professionals and provides education and support to clients and their families.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active registration with the Nurses' Association of New Brunswick.
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
• Completion of (or willing to complete) Wound, Ostomy and Continence Education Program (WOC-EP) recognized by the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET).
• Canadian Nurses Association certification (WOCC (C)) is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 5 years of recent clinical experience.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based practice related to ostomy and wound care.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed presentation skills and demonstrated experience in providing education sessions to adult learners.
• Proven ability to lead projects and develop/implement new policies and procedures.
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills, as well as critical thinking skills
• Physical ability to carry out required work, including travel throughout Horizon Health Network.
• CPR certification
• Ability to work within a collaborative practice with other nursing personnel
• High regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patients
• Demonstrates initiative and good judgement
• Ability to perform duties of the position
• Good work record and demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis.

*** A resume (CV) is required as part of the application. ***

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses the health care needs of patients, including patients assigned to non-professional staff
• Identifies patient needs and problems utilizing an assessment tool
• Identifies needs affecting discharge planning and potential services required at home
• Formulates objectives specific to the patient needs
• Provides health teaching, counselling, health promotion to individuals or groups.
• Provides nursing care required to achieve the patient's desired outcomes
• Evaluates outcomes of nursing actions for further assessment and planning
• Utilizes effective communication skills to achieve a helping relationship
• Supports new employees during orientation
• Directs and supervises non-professional staff
• Interacts with the nursing department in identifying, planning, implementing and evaluating changes.
• Demonstrates initiative for personal professional development
• Participates in programs promoting quality improvement on nursing unit
• Acts as clinical support and a consultant for nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Provides ongoing assessment of in-patient needs and evaluation of care management issues as they relate to ostomy and or wound care.
• Implements and evaluates strategies to enhance knowledge acquisition relating to ostomy and wound care.
• Supports and provides guidance to individuals in the community with an ostomy regarding issues relating to skin breakdown, choice of appliance and ostomy care.
• Provides pre-operative and post-operative counselling to clients and their families requiring ostomy surgery as requested by surgeons.
• Measures and fits ostomy appliances and advises on types of temporary and permanent appliances.

Reporting Relationship:

This position reports to the Regional Manager for Skin and Wound Care Program.

NOTE: The above are basic responsibilities; related and allied duties may be assigned as necessary to support the operations of the Skin and Wound Care Program and the Regional Health Authority.

COMPETENCIES

• Communication
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Presenting Information
• Teamwork and Collaboration

If a candidate's primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, Writing and Oral).

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.