Clinical Nurse Specialist â Wound Care, Nursing Education

Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Sinai Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Toronto is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Wound Care. This role involves applying advanced nursing knowledge to enhance patient care, coordinating wound assessments, and leading training programs. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in nursing, specialty certification in wound care, and 3-5 years of experience. The position offers a temporary full-time contract for up to 9 months.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• 3-5 years of clinical wound care experience.
• CNS or advanced practice nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients with complex wounds and ostomies.
• Develop strategies to improve wound and ostomy care outcomes.
• Coordinate and lead training programs for patients' families and caregivers.

Skills

Clinical nursing expertise

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in nursing or related field

Specialty certification in wound care

Tools

Healthcare documentation systems

Job description

Sinai Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Wound Care to join our Professional Practice Nursing team.

The CNS role involves utilizing advanced nursing knowledge to meet the health needs of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations. Responsibilities include:

• Analyzing and synthesizing nursing knowledge;
• Applying nursing theory and research;
• Leading and advancing nursing practice, providing leadership, and promoting excellence in patient-centered clinical care in collaboration with patients, families, and interprofessional teams (CNA 2008).

The CNS in Wound Care will serve as a hospital-wide clinical resource, offering expert consultation, assessment, education, and care planning for complex wounds, ostomies, and continence issues. The role includes leadership, mentorship, education, and supporting evidence-based practice, standards development, and quality initiatives to enhance safe, high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients with complex wounds and ostomies.
• Develop strategies to improve wound and ostomy care outcomes.
• Coordinate and lead training programs for patients' families and caregivers.
• Provide clinical consultation and support regarding wound and ostomy issues.

System Leadership:

• Facilitate knowledge translation to support care in complex situations;
• Mentor staff to meet standards of care for wound and ostomy patients;
• Lead program planning, evaluation, and dissemination of knowledge;
• Engage in academic and professional activities to promote wound and ostomy nursing.

Evaluation and Research:

• Critique and utilize evidence to improve practice and safety;
• Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives;
• Develop and evaluate wound and ostomy programs;
• Collaborate on research projects to enhance care.

Job Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 9 months)

Requirements:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Master's degree in nursing or related field;
• Specialty certification in wound care;
• 3-5 years of clinical wound care experience;

Preferred:

• Membership in RNAO;
• CNS or advanced practice nurse experience;
• Academic appointment eligibility.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Expertise in clinical nursing and wound care;
• Knowledge of adult learning and education strategies;
• Experience with clinical tools and change management;
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and healthcare documentation systems.

If you are interested and qualified, apply now and tell us why you'd be a great addition to our team.

Additional Information: Employment is contingent upon credential verification, health review, and vaccination proof. Sinai Health values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, disabled persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ members. Accommodation requests can be directed to ext. 7050 or via email.