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Information contained in the WOCN Public Library has been developed and researched by leaders in the field of WOC care and often undergo an extensive content validation process to secure best practice standards. Some publications are accessible only to members. Login to your membership portal to access all publications.

Accreditation

Accreditation Manual Sections 1-8 (2020)

Accreditation Manual Sections 9-Appendix (2020)

Request: Curriculum Blueprint for WOCN Edu Program

Continence

Role of the WOC Nurse in Continence Care (2018)

Care & Mgmt of Pts w/ Urinary Catheter: CRG (2016)

Reversible Causes of Acute/Transient UI (2016)

CAUTI – Additional Resources

A Quick Reference Guide for Managing FI (2013)

Governance

Bylaws (Amended and Restated February 18, 2020)

Policy and Procedure Manual

Members-Only Forums: Rules and Conditions of Use

Image Submission Form

Document Submission Checklist

Membership

Members Only

WOCN Diamond Club BINGO Card

OASIS Resources

OASIS User Manuals page on cms.gov

OASIS Data Sets page on cms.gov

Guidance on OASIS-D Integumentary Items (2019) 

Venous, Arterial, and Neuropathic LE Wounds (2019)

Ostomy

Stoma Site Marking Resources (2021)

Guidance on Use of Ostomy DME Checklist (2020)

Ostomy DME Provider Checklist (2020)

Basic Ostomy Skin Care (2018)

Role and Scope of Practice for Ostomy Care Providers (2017)

Urostomy Urine Sample Coll Instruction Card (2018)

Catheterization Ileal or Colon Conduit Stoma(2018)

Colostomy and Ileostomy Products and Tips (2013)

Urostomy Products and Tips: Best Practice (2014)

Convex Pouching Systems: Best Practice (2017)

Discharge Planning for Pt with New Ostomy (2014)

Peristomal Skin Complications: CRG (2016)

Pediatric Ostomy Complications Best Practice(2016)

Pediatric Ostomy Care: Clinicians (2011)

Bowel Prep for Patients with a Colostomy (2011)

Teen Chat: You & Your Ostomy (2013)

 

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Stoma Complications Best Practice Clinicians (2014)

Outcomes Research

Outcome Research Article – Agency Level (2013)

CAUTI Reduction Case Study (2013)

Outcomes Research Article – Individual Pt (2013)

Pressure Ulcer Reduction Case Study (2013)

Employer-Focused Infographic (2014)

Professional Practice

Choosing a Career as a WOC Nurse: Information Packet (2022)

Entry Level WOC Nurse Education and Certification 

How WOC Nurse Fit into Palliative Care (2013)

Magnet Recognition & Role of the WOC Nurse (2012)

 

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2016 WOC Nursing Salary & Productivity Survey

Public Policy

Admission and Retention of People Living with an Ostomy in Assisted Living Residences Frequently Asked Questions (2022)

The Critical Need to Provide Ostomy Supplies Specific to Patient Need to Improve Health Outcomes (2021)

Medicare Part B “Incident To” Services Policy (2018)

Competitive Bidding and Ostomy Supplies (2018)

Reimbursement Opportunities for WOC Nursing (2019)

Support of Medicare Coverage of Fistulas (2015)

Public Policy & Advocacy Health Care Agenda (2012)

Position Paper Compression Stocking Coverage(2014)

Scope and Standards

Scope and Standards of WOC Practice, 2nd Edition 

WOCN Logo, Trademark Usage & Brand Standards

Position Statement: WOCN Registered Trademark Use

 

Wound

Lower-Extremity Wounds due to Venous Disease, Arterial Disease, or Diabetes Mellitus and/or Neuropathic Disease: Clinical Resource Guide (2021)

Ankle Brachial Index Procedure and Interpretation 

Photography Wound Documentation: Fact Sheet (2012)

Avoidable vs. Unavoidable Pressure Ulcer (2017)

Role & Scope of Practice Wound Care Providers (17)

 

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Pressure Ulcer Evaluation: CRG (2016)

Methods of Wound Debridement: Best Practice (2015)

Clean v. Sterile Dressing Technique: Mgmt (2011)

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