Kathy C.

About Kathy C.

Experienced Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse. Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse.…

Experience

1. Skin Team Cwocn

   Aultman Health Foundation

   Oct 2014 — Present · Canton, OH, US

   Providing exceptional care and nursing consultancy services related to wound, ostomy, continence care in an acute and outpatient setting. Develop care plans in line with evidenced-based standard care guidelines with a focus on increased healing rates. Ensure patient safety and quality of care by actively engaging with physicians, primary care providers, and ancillary staff. Guide patients on self-care and wellness. Educate nurses and nursing assistant staff on prevention of pressure ulcers and skin care products for improved patient outcomes. Oversee guidelines, policies, and procedures associated with wound and ostomy care for continuous functional excellence. Plan, coordinate, and conduct auditor training for data collection.• Led quarterly audits of pressure injury, restraint, and CAUTI survey team.• Performed as Skin Team Committee Chair and Co-Chair 2015 and 2016

Education

• Walden University

  MSN, Nursing Informatics

  2012 — 2013

• Kent State University

  ADN, Nursing

  1991 — 1996

• Cleveland Clinic R.B. Turnbull School of Enterostomal Therapy

  WOCN

  2001 — 2001

• The Alliance Training Center Inc.

  Certificate

• Kent State University

  BSN, Nursing

  1997 — 2000

• The Alliance Training Center Inc.

  Certificate , Train the Trainer

• International ATMO

  Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Residency Program

  2007 — 2007