On this episode of WOCTalk we’re joined by WOCN® Society Board members, Derik Alexander (President-Elect), and CJ Crane (Director), for an engaging conversation on why continence care and certification are game-changing in nursing. Comparing Derik’s tri-specialty certification and practice with CJ’s perspective as a dual-certified nurse who manages continence care daily, they unpack practical strategies, moisture management, certification study tactics, and how to successfully pitch the value of certification to hospital leadership. Whether you want to expand career opportunities, get your employer to pay for your certification, or get quick clinical pearls on everything from barrier creams to preventing CAUTIs, this episode delivers practical knowledge you can use on your next shift. Plus, a fun lightning round that you won’t want to miss.
Resources:
Information on becoming a WOC Nurse
Pathway to becoming a WOC Nurse
WOC Nursing Education Programs (WOCNEPs) accredited by the WOCN Society
WOC Core Curriculum Books, Second Edition
WOC Certification Review Courses
WOC Continuing Education Courses
WOCN Society Local Chapters
About the Speakers:
Derik Alexander, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, has been a member of the WOCN Society for 20+ years. He works as the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse Practitioner at Dignity Health Medical Group and St. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. His educational background includes: Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, University of Phoenix, 2009; Emory University Wound, Ostomy & Continence Nurse Education. He is the 2025-2027 National WOCN Society President-Elect.
Carl (CJ) Crane, BSN, RN CWON, has been a member of the WOCN Society for 10+ years. He works as an Inpatient Wound Care Nurse at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA. His educational background includes an ADN from San Antonio College, a BSN from Washington State University, and CWON certification from Emory University. He is one of the 2025-2027 National WOCN Society Directors.
Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.