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

PRESENTERS:

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

MARY MAHONEY, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN

MARY (Molly) PRICE, MS, ARNP, CWON

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):

ANNE LALLA, BA

ELLIE MITCHELL, BA

ALICIA MUNK, BS

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RN, CWOCN, JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Michelle Wenzel, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWON, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA, & Ellie Mitchell, BA.   

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Mixed Live and Enduring activity. Primarily Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of recorded lectures, knowledge testers, handouts, quiz questions, role development paper and final exam.

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 RELATIONSHIPS:

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:

No product or medication 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

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

  • Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.

·         Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

CONTACT HOURS

45.0

EXPIRATION DATE:

05-02-2028

Skill Level: Beginner

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course focuses on the care of the client across the lifespan who may be at risk for skin breakdown, who has a break in skin integrity or who has an existing wound.  Specifically, learners will gain knowledge of the etiology, differential diagnoses, clinical findings and management options of the wounds or skin complications affecting these groups.  Focus will also be on the adept skill of obtaining a physical assessment and health history, incorporating data from diagnostic tests, and documentation of assessments and evaluations to attain optimal client outcomes.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

·         Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Nursing

·         Acceptance into the WEB WOC WOCN Nursing Education Program

PRESENTERS:

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

MARY MAHONEY, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN

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

MOLLY PRICE, MS, ARNP, CWON

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

BONNIE SUE ROLSTAD, MS, RN, CWOCN

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

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

ANNE LALLA, BA

ELLIE MITCHELL, BA

ALICIA MUNK, BS

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RN, CWOCN, JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA, & Ellie Mitchell, BA.   

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Mixed Live and Enduring activity. Primarily 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 RELATIONSHIPS:

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:

·         Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.

·         Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

CONTACT HOURS:

83.0

EXPIRATION DATE:

1/3/2028

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: 

·         Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Nursing

·         Acceptance into the WEB WOC WOCN Nursing Education Program

PRESENTER(S):

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

MARY MAHONEY, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN

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

MARY (MOLLY) PRICE, MS, ARNP, CWON

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

BONNIE SUE ROLSTAD, MS, RN, CWOCN, WOCNF

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

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

ANNE LALLA, BA

ELLIE MITCHELL, BA

ALICIA MUNK, BS

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RN, CWOCN, JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Joshua Rolstad, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA, & Ellie Mitchell, BA.   

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Mixed Live and Enduring activity. Primarily 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 RELATIONSHIPS:

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:

·         Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.

·         Overall Course Requirement: Achieve a minimum cumulative score of 75% across all course components (assignments, projects, and quizzes).

COURSE ACCESS:

Learner will have access to the course for 30 days after purchase

CONTACT HOURS:

81.5

EXPIRATION DATE:

1/3/2028

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: 

·         Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Nursing;

·         Acceptance into the WEB WOC WOCN Nursing Education Program

PRESENTER(S)

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

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

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

BONNIE SUE ROLSTAD, MS, RN, CWOCN, WOCNF

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

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

ANNE LALLA, BA

ELLIE MITCHELL, BA

ALICIA MUNK, BS

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, Bonnie Sue Rolstad, MS, RN, CWOCN, JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, Joshua Rolstad, Anne Lalla, BA, Alicia Munk, BA, & Ellie Mitchell, BA.   

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Mixed Live and Enduring activity. Primarily Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of recorded lectures, knowledge testers, 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 FINANCAL RELATIONSHIPS:

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:

·         Final Exam Requirement: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the Final Exam.

·         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:

1/3/2028

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