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Adecco Portugal; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid mileage

Flexible hours

Health & dental benefits

Job summary

CarePartners seeks a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence (NSWOC) to provide wound and ostomy consultations in clinic and community settings. You will promote patient self-management and lead interdisciplinary teams to optimal outcomes.

You must be an RN with NSWOC certification and CNO registration, with several years of wound/ostomy care experience and a valid driver’s license. This role covers the Waterloo-Wellington region and offers flexible hours and strong support.

Qualifications

• RN with NSWOC certification and CNO registration in good standing.
• Several years of escalating experience managing wounds and ostomies.
• Current driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Using knowledge of assessment, prevention and interventions for wound infections and ostomy care.
• Care for patients with wounds, ostomy, continence; include lower leg assessment.
• Critically appraise wound care literature and apply evidence to practice.
• Provide classifications and indications to reduce visit frequency and improve outcomes.
• Perform conservative sharp wound debridement (CSWD) and other debridement methods.
• Monitor edema management and bandaging based on assessment.
• Ensure patient safety by following policy and standards.
• Conduct holistic assessments using information from client, caregiver(s) and home environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

CPR Certification

Driver's license

Education

RN diploma

CNO registration in good standing

NSWOCC NSWOC certification

CNA exam pending

Job description

We are looking for a Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence (NSWOC). The NSWOC will provide wound and ostomy consultation for patients in the clinic and community. If you enjoy caring for a broad range of clients with a variety of wound etiologies and wound care modalities this is the job for you. In addition to make full use of your wound and ostomy care knowledge, each day you will use your skills in promoting self-management by patients and leading the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Your expertise in the management of wounds and ostomies will be sought out by individual practitioners and the various committees and organizations that guide wound care in the region. CarePartners will provide you with an in-depth orientation to both the agency and wound/ostomy care in the community; ongoing clinical support including online access to clinical expertise; an iPad and the equipment you need to conduct assessments.

We are looking for Nurses (RN) with NSWOC certification who desire great flexibility in their schedules.

This position would cover the Waterloo- Wellington Region

What We Offer

• Practice within your full nursing scope
• Continuing education, certification and training
• Competitive wage grid that recognizes nursing skillset
• PAID MILEAGE at $0.48 per/km
• Flexible hours, autonomy over your schedule and a variety of assignments
• $5000 Sign-on bonus for Part-time and Full-time.

Support

• Incredibly supportive, caring and inspiring culture
• Comprehensive orientation and hands‑on mentoring from experienced, caring staff
• Up‑to‑date mobile devices with current scheduling and virtual technology

Added Value

• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
• Health & dental benefits, plus retail discounts and recognition rewards
• Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services

Wages

• This position offers a competitive compensation grid, with progression based on hours worked and role‑specific criteria. The RN per NSWOC visit range is $68.58 to $88.66 and the RN NSWOC hourly range is $42.50 to $51.47. General or non-NSWOC related visits are compensated at our RN rates. Placement within the grid will be determined in accordance with company policies and procedures, as well as the candidate’s knowledge, skills, qualifications, and relevant experience.

What The Role Involves

• Using your knowledge of assessment, prevention and interventions regarding wound infections and ostomy care
• Care for patients with consuming wounds, ostomy, continence, provide lower leg assessment including ABPIs
• critically appraising the wound care literature and apply research evidence to practice
• Providing classifications and indications, appropriate utilization to reduce visit frequency and obtain desired outcomes
• Practicing conservative sharp wound debridement (CSWD) and use of other debridement methods
• Providing edema management including bandaging based on complete lower leg assessment
• Monitoring criteria for adjunctive therapy for complex or recalcitrant wounds
• Supporting our patient’s safety by practicing according to policy and standards
• Using your professional assessment skills to perform a thorough holistic assessment of each client and identify the client’s needs by utilizing information from the client, caregiver(s), the home environment, the Ontario Health atHome referral and other sources
• Functioning as a member of a nursing team who are accountable for the nursing care it provides
• Developing appropriate time‑specific, measurable goals and outcomes in collaboration with the client and/or caregiver(s), and in keeping with the Ontario Health atHome goal for treatment

What You Bring

• Registered Nurse (RN) diploma
• Current College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) registration in good standing
• Graduate of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence Canada (NSWOCC, formerly CAET), CNA exam may be pending
• Several years of escalating experience managing wounds and ostomies
• A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our patients
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• A valid driver’s license and vehicle as regular travel is required
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• CPR Certification
• Current immunization record including 2 step TB test
• To protect our patients, we require a current vulnerable sector check and a clear background check

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff‑led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.

CarePartners uses iCIMs as part of our recruitment and hiring process. While we incorporate select Artificial Intelligence (AI) features to enhance process efficiency, we remain committed to human‑led decision making. All AI-generated outputs are subject to human review to ensure accuracy and fairness.

This job posting is available due to an existing vacancy.