COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course prepares the learner for entry-level practice in the specialty of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) nursing. Emphasis is placed on foundational theory common to the wound, ostomy, and continence scopes of specialty practice, as well as practice development concepts. Learners who are new to WOC nursing, or who have limited experience in one or more specialty areas, should allow adequate time for study and review.

     Course content includes WOC nursing practice, history of the specialty, legal and ethical issues, marketing, role implementation, and professional growth, including certification and continuing education. Clinical topics include basic skin care and maintenance of skin health, comprehensive patient assessment, evidence-based practice, nutrition, moisture-associated skin damage, superficial mechanical skin injuries, patient education, and adaptation.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

·         Nurses with a bachelor’s degree or higher

·         Acceptance into the WEB WOC® Nursing Education Program

PRESENTER(S) &

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Kathleen Borchert, MS, RN, APRN, CNS, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Sue Bruch, MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, Rn, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Mary Mahoney, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN, Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, WOCNF, Sandra Rohr, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RR, CWOCN, WOCNF, Michelle Wenzel, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA; Ellie Mitchell, BA

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of handouts and quiz questions.

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

This course prepares the learner for entry-level practice in WOC nursing by emphasizing practice development concepts and foundational clinical knowledge that span the wound, ostomy, and continence scopes of practice.

RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP:

Michelle Wenzel divests a relative financial relationship which Hollister Inc. as a speaker. This has been mitigated.

No Relevant Financial Relationship Reported for the other Presenters or Committee Members

OFF LABEL USE:

The presenter and planning committee reported no off-label/unapproved uses of drugs and/or devices are discussed in this presentation.

ANCC Accreditation Statement:

 

WEB WOC® Programs is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS:

To successfully pass this course, students must meet both of the following conditions:

  1. Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.
  2. Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

COURSE ACCESS:

Learners will have access to the course through their individualized deadline.

CONTACT HOURS:

45.0

EXPIRATION DATE:

7/3/2029

Skill Level: Beginner

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course focuses on the care of clients across the lifespan who are at risk for skin breakdown, have impaired skin integrity, or have an existing wound. Learners will gain knowledge of wound and skin complication etiology, differential diagnoses, clinical findings, and evidence-based management options. Emphasis is placed on performing a comprehensive physical assessment and health history, incorporating diagnostic data, documenting assessments and evaluations, and identifying the need for referrals to support optimal client outcomes.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

·         Nurses with a bachelor’s degree or higher

·         Acceptance into the WEB WOC® Nursing Education Program

PRESENTER(S) &

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Kathleen Borchert, MS, RN, APRN, CNS, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Sue Bruch, MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Mary Mahoney, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN, Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, WOCNF, Sandra Rohr, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RR, CWOCN, WOCNF, Michelle Wenzel, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA, Ellie Mitchell, BA

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of handouts and quiz questions.

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

This course prepares learners to provide evidence-based, patient-centered wound care for clients across the lifespan who are at risk for skin breakdown, have impaired skin integrity, or experience common wound complications. Learners develop the knowledge and clinical reasoning needed to assess wounds, identify etiologies and differential diagnoses, plan appropriate interventions, and support preparation for specialty nursing certification.

RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP:

Michelle Wenzel divests a relative financial relationship which Hollister Inc. as a speaker. This has been mitigated.

No Relevant Financial Relationship Reported for the other Presenters or Committee Members

OFF LABEL USE:

The presenter and planning committee reported no off-label/unapproved uses of drugs and/or devices are discussed in this presentation.

ANCC Accreditation Statement:

 

WEB WOC® Programs is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS:

To successfully pass this course, students must meet both of the following conditions:

  1. Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.
  2. Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

COURSE ACCESS:

Learners will have access to the course through their individualized deadline.

CONTACT HOURS:

83.0

EXPIRATION DATE:

7/3/2029

Skill Level: Beginner

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course focuses on the care of the client across the lifespan who has an ostomy or continent diversion.  Specifically, the learner will gain knowledge of the diseases or conditions that may result in an ostomy or continent diversion, assessment and perioperative management of these patients. Emphasis is placed on complications of the stoma and skin, risk assessment, prevention, identification and management. Best practice is frequently the level of research in this field of study.  That knowledge will be presented in order to improve the nurse’s knowledge and client outcomes.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

•             Nurses with a bachelor’s degree or higher

•             Acceptance into the WEB WOC® Nursing Education Program

PRESENTER(S) &

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Kathleen Borchert, MS, RN, APRN, CNS, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Sue Bruch, MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, Rn, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Mary Mahoney, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN, Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, WOCNF, Sandra Rohr, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RR, CWOCN, WOCNF, Michelle Wenzel, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA, Ellie Mitchell, BA

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of handouts and quiz questions.

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

The purpose of this course is to prepare learners to provide evidence-based, collaborative, and holistic care for clients across the lifespan who have or may require an ostomy or continent diversion, including perioperative management, complication prevention, patient education, and long-term support.

RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP:

Michelle Wenzel divests a relative financial relationship which Hollister Inc. as a speaker. This has been mitigated.

No Relevant Financial Relationship Reported for the other Presenters or Committee Members

OFF LABEL USE:

The presenter and planning committee reported no off-label/unapproved uses of drugs and/or devices are discussed in this presentation.

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS:

To successfully pass this course, students must meet both of the following conditions:

  1. Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.
  2. Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

COURSE ACCESS:

Learners will have access to the course through their individualized deadline.

CONTACT HOURS:

81.50

EXPIRATION DATE:

7/3/29

Skill Level: Beginner

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course will address the immediate and long-term care of clients across the life span experiencing acute and chronic health concerns that result in urinary or fecal incontinence. Specifically, the learner will gain knowledge of etiology, differential diagnoses, clinical findings and nursing, medical and surgical management options for urinary and fecal incontinence. Emphasis will be placed on risk reduction, physical examination, physical assessment, diagnostic tests, behavioral interventions, environmental modifications, containment, skin protection, and interventions such as diet and fluid management, pelvic muscle rehabilitation, pessary placement, biofeedback, scheduled toileting programs, pharmacology, and surgery.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

•             Nurses with a bachelor’s degree or higher

•             Acceptance into the WEB WOC® Nursing Education Program

PRESENTER(S) &

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Kathleen Borchert, MS, RN, APRN, CNS, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Sue Bruch, MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, Rn, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Mary Mahoney, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN, Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, WOCNF, Sandra Rohr, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RR, CWOCN, WOCNF, Michelle Wenzel, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA, Ellie Mitchell, BA    

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of handouts and quiz questions.

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

This course prepares the learner to provide evidence-based, collaborative continence care for clients across the lifespan by integrating knowledge of elimination dysfunction, assessment findings, risk reduction, diagnostic considerations, and nursing, medical, behavioral, and supportive management strategies.

RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP:

Michelle Wenzel divests a relative financial relationship which Hollister Inc. as a speaker. This has been mitigated.

No Relevant Financial Relationship Reported for the other Presenters or Committee Members

OFF LABEL USE:

The presenter and planning committee reported no off-label/unapproved uses of drugs and/or devices are discussed in this presentation.

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS:

To successfully pass this course, students must meet both of the following conditions:

  1. Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.
  2. Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

COURSE ACCESS:

Learners will have access to the course through their individualized deadline.

CONTACT HOURS:

82.25 contact hours, including 4.75 pharmacology contact hours

EXPIRATION DATE:

7/3/29

Skill Level: Beginner

PRESENTERS & PLANNING COMMITTEE:

WEB WOC® Program Faculty (in alphabetic order):

RENEE ANDERSON, MSN, RN, CWON

KATHLEEN BORCHERT, MS, RN, APRN, CNS, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

SUE BRUCH, MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

JOANN ERMER-SELTUN, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

MARY MAHONEY, MSN, RN, CWOCN, CFCN

DEBRA NETSCH, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN

SANDRA ROHR, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN

BONNIE SUE ROLSTAD, MS, RN, CWOCN

MICHELLE WENZEL, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWON

WEB WOC® Program TA’s & Administrative Staff (in alphabetic order):

GLYNNIS DEVINE-FORSBERG, BFA

ANNE LALLA, BA

ALICIA MUNK, BS

JOSHUA ROLSTAD, BS

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

OST580: Ostomy Care Nurse Specialist Course

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

 

The purpose of this Activity is to:

1.  Provide educational experiences to prepare the bachelor’s prepared nurse (and beyond) to practice Ostomy Care as a Nurse Specialist at an entry level in all care settings.

2.  Provide access to a curriculum delivered by experienced online educators who are also Board Certified as Ostomy Care Nurse Specialists.

3.  Increase the number of Ostomy Care Nurse Specialists providing specialty care across the health care settings.

4.  Provide patients with evidence-based ostomy care.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

 

This course focuses on the care of the client across the lifespan who has an ostomy or continent diversion.  Specifically, the learner will gain knowledge of the diseases or conditions that may result in an ostomy or continent diversion, assessment and perioperative management of these patients. Emphasis is placed on complications of the stoma and skin, risk assessment, prevention, identification and management. Best practice is frequently the level of research in this field of study.  That knowledge will be presented in order to improve the nurse’s knowledge and client outcomes.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

Conflict of Interest Reported:

MARY MAHONEY, MSN, RN, CWOCN, CFCN: Coloplast Advisory Panel and Hollister speaker panel.

 

No Conflict of Interest Reported by the Rest of the Presenters or Planning Committee. 

OFF LABEL USE:

No product off label use will be presented during this course.

ANCC Accreditation Statement:

 

WEB WOC Programs is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS

·         Completion of all required materials

·         Completion of 6 written assignments.

·         Passing quizzes at 75%

·         Passing final exam at 75%

·         Completion of course evaluation

CONTACT HOURS

60.0

EXPIRATION DATE:

7/3/2029

Skill Level: Beginner

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course focuses on the care of clients across the lifespan who are at risk for skin breakdown, have impaired skin integrity, or have an existing wound. Learners will gain knowledge of wound and skin complication etiology, differential diagnoses, clinical findings, and evidence-based management options. Emphasis is placed on performing a comprehensive physical assessment and health history, incorporating diagnostic data, documenting assessments and evaluations, and identifying the need for referrals to support optimal client outcomes.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

·         Nurses with a bachelor’s degree or higher

·         Acceptance into the WEB WOC® Nursing Education Program

PRESENTER(S) &

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Kathleen Borchert, MS, RN, APRN, CNS, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Sue Bruch, MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Mary Mahoney, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN, Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, WOCNF, Sandra Rohr, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RR, CWOCN, WOCNF, Michelle Wenzel, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA, Ellie Mitchell, BA    

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of handouts and quiz questions.

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

This course prepares learners to provide evidence-based, patient-centered wound care for clients across the lifespan who are at risk for skin breakdown, have impaired skin integrity, or experience common wound complications. Learners develop the knowledge and clinical reasoning needed to assess wounds, identify etiologies and differential diagnoses, plan appropriate interventions, and support preparation for specialty nursing certification.

RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP:

Michelle Wenzel divests a relative financial relationship which Hollister Inc. as a speaker. This has been mitigated.

No Relevant Financial Relationship Reported for the other Presenters or Committee Members

OFF LABEL USE:

The presenter and planning committee reported no off-label/unapproved uses of drugs and/or devices are discussed in this presentation.

ANCC Accreditation Statement:

 

WEB WOC® Programs is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS:

To successfully pass this course, students must meet both of the following conditions:

  1. Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.
  2. Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

COURSE ACCESS:

Learners will have access to the course through their individualized deadline.

CONTACT HOURS:

70.0

EXPIRATION DATE:

7/3/2029

Skill Level: Beginner

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course prepares the learner for entry-level practice in the specialty of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) nursing. Emphasis is placed on foundational theory common to the wound, ostomy, and continence scopes of specialty practice, as well as practice development concepts. Learners who are new to WOC nursing, or who have limited experience in one or more specialty areas, should allow adequate time for study and review.

     Course content includes WOC nursing practice, history of the specialty, legal and ethical issues, marketing, role implementation, and professional growth, including certification and continuing education. Clinical topics include basic skin care and maintenance of skin health, comprehensive patient assessment, evidence-based practice, nutrition, moisture-associated skin damage, superficial mechanical skin injuries, patient education, and adaptation.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

·         Nurses with a bachelor’s degree or higher

·         Acceptance into the WEB WOC® Nursing Education Program

PRESENTER(S) &

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Kathleen Borchert, MS, RN, APRN, CNS, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Sue Bruch, MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, Rn, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN,

Mary Mahoney, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN, Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, WOCNF, Sandra Rohr, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RR, CWOCN, WOCNF, Michelle Wenzel, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA; Ellie Mitchell, BA   

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of handouts and quiz questions.

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

This course prepares the learner for entry-level practice in WOC nursing by emphasizing practice development concepts and foundational clinical knowledge that span the wound, ostomy, and continence scopes of practice.

RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP:

Michelle Wenzel divests a relative financial relationship which Hollister Inc. as a speaker. This has been mitigated.

No Relevant Financial Relationship Reported for the other Presenters or Committee Members

OFF LABEL USE:

The presenter and planning committee reported no off-label/unapproved uses of drugs and/or devices are discussed in this presentation.

ANCC Accreditation Statement:

 

WEB WOC® Programs is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS:

To successfully pass this course, students must meet both of the following conditions:

  1. Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.
  2. Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

COURSE ACCESS:

Learners will have access to the course through their individualized deadline.

CONTACT HOURS:

45.0

EXPIRATION DATE:

7/3/2029

Skill Level: Beginner

PRESENTERS & PLANNING COMMITTEE:

WEB WOC® Program Faculty (in alphabetic order):

KATHLEEN BORCHERT, MS, RN, APRN, CNS, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

SUE BRUCH, MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

JOANN ERMER-SELTUN, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

SHEILA HOWES-TRAMMEL, MSN, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWCN, CCCN, CFCN

MARY MAHONEY, MSN, RN, CWOCN, CFCN

DEBRA NETSCH, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN

SANDRA ROHR, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN

BONNIE SUE ROLSTAD, MS, RN, CWOCN

 

WEB WOC® Program TA’s & Administrative Staff  (in alphabetic order):

GLYNNIS DEVINE-FORSBERG, BFA

ANNE LALLA, BA

ALICIA MUNK, BS

JOSHUA ROLSTAD, BS

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

CONT580: Continence Care Nurse Specialist Course

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

 

The purpose of this Activity is to:

1.  Provide educational experiences to prepare the bachelor’s prepared nurse (and beyond) to practice as a Continence Care Nurse Specialist at an entry level in all care settings.

2.  Provide access to a curriculum delivered by experienced online educators who are also Board Certified as a Continence Care Nurse Specialists.

3.  Increase the number of Continence Care Nurse Specialists providing specialty care across the health care settings.

4.  Provide patients with evidence-based continence care.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This course focuses on the care of the client in all care settings who has fecal and/or urinary incontinence.  Specifically, the participant will gain knowledge of transient versus permanent incontinence as well as approaches to manage both.  Classification of the types of urinary incontinence will be described and treatment identified.  Risk assessment, prevention, identification and management of the incontinence problem will be included.  Knowledge will be presented in order to improve the nurse’s knowledge and care of patients with bowel and bladder incontinence issues.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

Conflict of Interest Reported:

MARY MAHONEY, MSN, RN, CWOCN, CFCN: Coloplast Advisory Panel and Hollister Speaker Panel

 

No Other Conflict of Interest is Reported for the Rest of the Presenters or Planning Committee.

OFF LABEL USE:

No off label product or medication use will be presented.

ANCC Accreditation Statement:

 

WEB WOC Continuing Education Program is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS

·         Completion of all required materials

·         Completion of 6 written assignments.

·         Passing quizzes at 75%

·         Passing final exam at 75%

·         Completion of course evaluation

 

CONTACT HOURS

60.0

EXPIRATION DATE:

7/3/2029

Skill Level: Beginner

A 40-hr clinical practicum with an approved preceptor is required to complete each of the Wound/Ostomy or Continence Scope(s).

Skill Level: Beginner