Volunteer Opportunities
Our volunteers are what make
our organization remarkable
VOLUNTEER THROUGH WOCN TODAY!
There are so many ways you can use your skills to direct patient care, support fellow colleagues, build your leadership skills, and most importantly, transform care for individuals with wound, ostomy, and continence related issues.
We become stronger every time a member chooses to share their time, skills, and expertise.
Volunteer opportunities are now open and listed below, providing various ways to get involved throughout the year. Volunteering offers a great way to enhance your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and earn Professional Growth Points (PGPs). Explore the opportunities available and get involved with the WOCN Society today!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
JWOCN Ostomy Section Editor
The Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing (JWOCN) is seeking an Ostomy Section Editor to join the Editorial Board.
Qualifications:
- A clinical and/or research/scholarly focus on ostomy care (preferably both).
- Publications in the Peer Reviewed Literature including at least 2 prior publications in JWOCN.
- Certification by the WOCNCB or comparable certifying body (i.e. CNA licensure board) OR licensure/certification as APRN or at least 5 years practicing in the area of ostomy care.
- Candidate must practice in the United States of America or Canada.
- Educational preparation on the Master’s or Doctoral level.
- WOCN membership is preferred, not required.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate reviews for section manuscripts and submit recommendations to the Editor-in-Chief.
- Provide WOC Consult features on a rotating basis.
- Actively solicit manuscripts for the JWOCN.
- Maintain regular communications with the JWOCN Editorial Board and attend meetings (twice a year).
BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING
Adding your volunteer experience—as its own section—to your resume or CV can be a smart and strategic move. While it can help build your resume if you lack professional experience, it also allows you to showcase your most
valuable asset—time! Volunteering your time is evidence that you’re committed to professional and personal development.
Some additional benefits include:
- Professional development: Serving as a volunteer in an organization demonstrates that you possess knowledge and experience specific to your field. It enables you to build your personal brand while also increasing your value as a professional.
- Professional growth: Not only can you hone transferable skills, but you can grow your expertise outside of your current skill set.
- Networking: Volunteering exposes you to people you may not meet otherwise, allowing you to network with a more diverse group of like-minded individuals.
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