Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN)
Geriatric Activities
Presentations, Workshops, and Seminars
Education Modules, Programs, and Learning Tools
Awards
Presentations, Workshops, and Seminars
- Held a conference session at a 2005 regional meeting and the 2006 annual conference
Education Modules, Programs, and Learning Tools
- Development of clinical practice guideline series on areas that are vital to WOCN's practice. Three of the four guidelines have been released (the guideline for management of patients with lower-extremity arterial disease; the guideline for prevention and management of pressure ulcers; and the guidelines for management of wounds in patients with lower-extremity neuropathic disease)
- Enhance geriatric presence/educational learning opportunities on association Web site
- Promote dual-certification in gerontological nursing
- Develop competencies around care of older adults
Awards
- Initiate a Nurse Competence in Aging Award for members who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to care for older adults