Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20/Hr. - CAD $63.47/Hr.

Summary

We are seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Educator, Wound, Ostomy & Skin Continence to support excellence in patient care through education, clinical expertise, and evidence-based practice

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager and working in collaboration with the Chief of Professional Practice and Nursing or designate:

- Provide consultation and education in wound, ostomy, and continence care.
- Collaborate with the Clinical Nurse Specialist and interdisciplinary team members.
- Work with Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) across BC to support consistent, standards-based care.
- Develop, plan, implement, and evaluate education programs for staff.
- Promote evidence-based clinical interventions in client care planning.
- Build staff capacity and competence in wound, ostomy, and continence care.
- Support quality improvement and best practices across care sites.
- Travel between PHC sites using personal vehicle or shuttle service as required.
- Regular local travel is required, especially for roles supporting Residential sites.

Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratio

Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) set the minimum number of nurses required to safely care for patients on a given unit. Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses' Union (BCNU), and health organizations across British Columbia, mNPR provides a consistent and transparent approach to staffing that supports safe nursing practice and high-quality patient care. At Providence Health Care (PHC), our approach to implementing mNPR reflects our commitment to person-centred, socially just,



compassionate care and our dedication to Indigenous cultural safety. Guided by our mission and values - Spirituality, Integrity, Stewardship, Trust, Excellence, and Respect - PHC is working collaboratively across all departments to ensure mNPR is thoughtfully adapted to the unique needs of each clinical program and specialty area. This tailored, values-driven implementation aligns with our commitment to compassionate, innovative, and patient-centred care and positions PHC to meet the evolving health needs of our patients, residents, families, and communities.

What You Bring

Education:

- Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives
- Two (2) years recent, related advanced wound/ostomy/continence care experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Successful completion of the Wound, Ostomy, Continence Institute of Canada (NSWOCC)-Wound, Ostomy, Continence-Education Program (WOC-EP) or the Wound, Ostomy Continence Nurse Certificate (WOCN).

Skills and Abilities:

- Ability to teach, coach, lead groups, provide clinical support, identify learning needs, and develop educational programs and resource/educational materials using adult education principles.




- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform CPR procedures appropriate to the clinical area, along with comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client- and family-centred model of care, evidence-based nursing practice for the designated clinical area, BCCNM
- Standards for Nursing Practice, and the roles of other health disciplines.
- Broad knowledge of research processes and methodology, and the ability to apply analytical and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team, communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, provide leadership and work direction, and role model conflict resolution strategies.
- Strong ability to prioritize and organize work independently, adjust to new or unexpected events, operate related equipment including computers, and meet the physical demands of the position.

What We Offer

- A competitive salary: The salary range for this position is $49.20 to $63.47 per hour, depending on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits: These are unionized roles that include a robust benefits package, a competitive pension plan, and even a 50% discount on transit passes for eligible employees
- Meaningful impact : Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of individuals struggling with health emergency situations.
- Growth opportunities : We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
- State-of-the-art facilitie s: The current St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriate

📌 Educator, Wound, Ostomy (Canada)
🏢 Providence Healthcare
📍 Canada