Registered Nurse - NSWOC Clinic

The Nurses Specialized in Wound and Ostomy Care (NSWOC) are responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care and teaching of individuals/families with ostomy, continence disorders and wounds that need a higher level of intervention. They act as resources for staff on the inpatient units related to wound and ostomy care when assistance is needed. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing consultation and care to referred inpatients, outpatients and their families.

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the past five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required prior to employment: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4): https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification: https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.

Certificate in or enrolled in approved NSWOC Nursing Education Program. Demonstrates effective organizational skills. Demonstrates clear communication skills both oral and written. Ability to make accurate phone assessments, interventions and appropriate follow-up and referrals. Demonstrates ability to be self-directed as well as effectively working and communicating within a team. Basic computer skills required. Recent and extensive experience working with complex wounds and ostomies. Minimum 5 years of acute inpatient surgical nursing experience.

Bachelor of Nursing degree. Experience with patient and family teaching an asset. Experience with caring for acute general surgery oncology patients an asset. Demonstrates ability to be self-directed as well as effectively working and communicating within a team. Knowledge of Connect care.