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The Role of Nutrition in Wound Healing: Fueling Recovery from the Inside Out

The Role of Nutrition in Wound Healing: Fueling Recovery from the Inside Out When it comes to wound healing, proper nutrition is just as important as medical treatment. The body relies on essential nutrients to repair damaged tissue, fight infections, and support overall recovery. As WOC nurses, understanding the role of nutrition can help improve […]

Rekindling Your Passion for Nursing: Celebrating WOC Nurses During National Nurses Month

As we celebrate May, National Nurses month, it’s a time not just to honor the incredible contributions of nurses, but also to reflect, recharge, and reignite the passion that brought you to this profession. For Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) nurses, the journey is filled with challenges, triumphs, and a profound impact on patient lives—but even the most dedicated professionals […]

Celebrating Sue Bruch: A Legacy of Excellence in Nursing and Education

Sue Bruch MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN Celebrating Sue Bruch: A Legacy of Excellence in Nursing and Education After an illustrious career spanning over 40 plus years in nursing, Sue Bruch MSN, RN, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN is retiring from her clinical practice. However, her journey in education continues as she will remain an […]

November: Bladder Health Awareness Month!

November 2024 marks Bladder Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining a healthy bladder and pelvic floor as well as educate the public about common bladder conditions. As a WOC nurse specialist, you play a crucial role in promoting bladder health, advocating for individuals with bladder-related issues and dispelling myths […]

Continuous Education

Continuous Education: Imagine healthcare as a dynamic river—always flowing, changing, and evolving. New treatments, technologies, and research emerge faster than you can say “stethoscope.”   Why Continuous Education Matters: Patient Safety: When you’re up-to-date, patients benefit. Imagine a nurse who knows the latest protocols for preventing infections or a doctor who’s well-versed in evidence-based medicine. […]

Why is Certification Important?

Becoming certified by the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) offers several key benefits for healthcare professionals specializing in wound, ostomy, and continence care. Here’s why certification is important: Validation of Expertise Recognition of Skills: Certification validates your expertise and skills in wound, ostomy, and continence care. It signifies that you have met […]