RN, Skin, Wound, Ostomy and Continence Clinical Nurse Specialist, FT

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community.

Everything we do is grounded in our values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired. If you are seeking meaningful work in an organization where your contributions truly matter to patients, colleagues, and the broader community, you have come to the right place.

Current Shifts: 8 hours, Days

Position Summary:

The Skin, Wound, Ostomy and Continence (SWOC) Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) acts as an expert clinical resource to better serve patients with skin, wound, ostomy and continence care needs. The SWOC CNS is an advance practitioner who leads the development and delivery of wound and ostomy care program though collaboration with interdisciplinary patient care teams, community partners, patients and their families. The SWOC CNS will provide wound and ostomy consultation for patients at GGH.

The Skin, Wound, Ostomy and Continence Clinical Nurse Specialist provides high quality, safe, effective and evidence-based care in partnership with patients and families, in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards and GGH’s mission, vision, values and policies. The SWOC CNS demonstrates advanced nursing knowledge and clinical practice expertise and provides leadership to promote program development, process improvements and the enhancement of professional standards. The CNS optimizes the patient’s experience and care outcomes by:

• Being accountable for one’s decisions and professional practice;
• Establishing a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family;
• Collaborating with other members of the patient’s care team;
• Coordinating, communicating and documenting patient care activities.

In this role, you will:

• Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow through a generous professional development program, including our education assistance fund and in-house learning initiatives
• Have access to a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation, health and dental benefits, short- and long-term disability coverage, and membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), with employer contributions matched at 126%.
• Be part of an organization that is deeply committed to the well being, safety, and psychological health of its workforce
• Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through meaningful action
• Collaborate with a team of highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals united by a shared purpose

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Guelph, known as “The Royal City,” offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families.

• Expansive trails, rivers, and green spaces that support an active, outdoor lifestyle year-round
• A vibrant arts, culture, and music scene with nationally and internationally recognized events
• Diverse restaurants, cafés, and local craft breweries
• One of Ontario’s strongest and fastest growing economies
• Excellent education options, including both a university and college
• A welcoming, inclusive community with diverse cultures and centres of faith

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health related field
• Certificate of registration (in good standing) as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Completion of the NSWOC program or related WOCN program
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with wounds and ostomies as an advanced practitioner Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) nurse.
• CAN WOC Certification preferred
• BLS Certification
• Experience with providing health promotion and educational activities to all clinical levels of staff
• Ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines/professionals in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills, time management and organizational skill
• Demonstrated commitment to best practice, nursing standards and life-long learning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated excellent assessment skills
• Demonstrated experience in knowledge translation initiatives with the ability to apply adult teaching and learning principles
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment

Ready to Make a Difference?

This job posting is for a vacancy currently available. The hiring process can include the use of AI-enabled systems for administrative and candidate management purposes.

Guelph General Hospital is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to providing a respectful, safe, and supportive environment for all employees, free from discrimination and harassment.

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