WOC Nurse Week
Get ready to take the lead! It’s time to celebrate the high-octane dedication and healing expertise of WOC nurses. As we approach WOC Nurse Week 2026 (April 12-18), the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society™ (WOCN®) is honored to recognize each of you for being Powered by Purpose and Fueled by Compassion.
In the fast-paced world of healthcare, you are the elite drivers who navigate the most complex curves with precision and heart. Your unwavering commitment and clinical excellence don’t just treat patients—they steer them toward the finish line of recovery. With every wound you heal, every ostomy you manage, and every continence challenge you navigate, you are the engine of hope, restoring confidence and empowering lives.
Throughout the year, WOC nurses act as the ultimate “pit crew” and lead drivers—serving as advocates, educators, and innovators. Your impact stretches far beyond your care setting; like a high-performance machine, your expertise transforms patient outcomes and drives strength throughout our entire community.
Take the Victory Lap you deserve! Honor your achievements and recognize your fellow “drivers” by:
- Displaying your WOC Nurse Week poster in your “garage” or workspace with pride.
- Wearing your WOC Nurse Week pin to showcase your professional dedication.
- Celebrating with your crew and sharing appreciation for your fellow WOC nurses.
- Entering the online photo contest for a chance to win exclusive prizes!
- Tuning into our special webinar to fuel your brain with free continuing education.
- Reflecting on the miles you’ve covered and the countless lives you’ve steered toward improved patient outcomes.
As we wave the green flag on this special week, let’s acknowledge the incredible journey we share. Your compassion and expertise are the fuel that keeps the world of healthcare moving forward.
DIGITAL WOC NURSE WEEK TOOLKIT
Download the digital toolkit to access a Thank You card, a Certificate of Appreciation, Ads and Logos, Sample Social Media posts, and more!
EARN 1 FREE CONTACT HOUR!
Join us on Wednesday, April 15 for our WOC Nurse Week webinar, The Next Great Driver: Mentoring and Succession in WOC Nursing, as we celebrate who we are, what we’ve built, and how—through mentorship and succession planning—we keep WOC nursing powered by purpose and fueled by compassion.
This webinar is free, but pre-registration is required.
WOC NURSE WEEK SPOTIFY PLAYLIST
Celebrate WOC Nurse Week with a playlist filled with uplifting, feel-good songs to brighten your day. Press play on our playlist full of upbeat, feel-good songs about drive, momentum, and the journey forward. Fuel your purpose and keep moving!
WOC NURSE WEEK PHOTO CONTEST
Celebrate your special week by posting pictures on social media! Members can enter the photo contest for a chance to win exclusive prizes! Upload your favorite picture(s) of you wearing your WOC Nurse Week pin, standing near your WOC Nurse Week poster, and/or celebrating with your colleagues to social media using the hashtag #WOCNurseWeek2026.
The photo contest will begin April 12, 2026, and will end April 18, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. One person will be randomly chosen at the close of the contest. You may post as many photos as you like, but note that each person will be entered only once. The winner will be notified the week of April 20.
*By entering the photo contest, you authorize the use of photographic reproductions for any marketing purpose deemed appropriate by WOCN.
WOCN MERCH SHOP
Our NEW merch store is live! Grab exclusive WOCN, WOCNext, and WOC Nursing gear to celebrate with us all year long!
WOCtalk PODCAST EPISODE
Celebrate WOC Nurse Week 2026 with a special episode of WOCTalk. Dropping Tuesday, April 14—don’t miss it!
WOC Nurse Week 2026 is powered in part by the following sponsors:
High Octane Fueler
Pit Crew Partner
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