Wound Ostomy Continence 2026 Livestream (virtual) CNE Nursing Conference

April 14, 2026

Central Time Zone

This livestream conference will highlight advancements in wound and ostomy care, emerging technologies, troubleshooting, continence treatment updates, and much more. There will also be opportunities to interact with vendors for the latest patient products.

Target Audience

This conference is designed for nurses certified in WOC and working in formal WOC roles along with nurses who care for patients with wounds and ostomies.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to: 

  1. Identify new ways CWOCNS are providing care coordination
  2. Outline best practices for skin assessment and wound care treatments
  3. Describe updates in ostomy care

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 6.75 ANCC
  • 6.75 Attendance
Event starts: 
04/14/2026 - 7:00am
Event ends: 
04/14/2026 - 5:00pm
Cost:
$250.00

April 14, 2026 - Central Time Zone

7:00 AMRegistration, Breakfast, Exhibits 
8:00 AMEmpowering Continence Care Planning Through Artificial Intelligence: The Evolving Role of CWOCNs Across the Healthcare SpectrumMelania Howell, DNP, AGCNS-BC, CWOCN 
9:00 AMThe Power of Pictures and Importance of Inclusivity in Skin Assessment Education for NursesLinnea Bennike, DNP, RN, CNE and Cassandra Narr, APRN, CNP, MS, FNP-BC
9:45 AMBreak with Exhibits 
10:15 AMBridging Foot and Nail Care Disparities in Rural Communities Megan Hickey, MS, RN, CWOCN, CFCN, CFCS and Amy Reitmaier, PhD, Rn, PHN, CWOCN, CFCN, CFCS
11:00 AMWhat About the Dressing? Revitalizing of the Importance of Wound Dressing Selection in All Facets of Wound ManagementAndrew Marxen, BAN, RN, CWCN, CWHS, MBA
11:30 AMInnovative Grab and Go Kits Enhance Preventative Skin Care for High-Risk Patients with IncontinenceSerenity Holeyfield, RN, CMSRN, BS
12:00 PMLunch and Exhibits 
1:00 PMExposure of Mucocutaneous Separation of Fecal Stomas Into the Opening of the Solid Skin Barrier (wafer): A longitudinal descriptive studyKendra Langreck, BSN, RN, COCN and Veronica Nickelsen, RN, CWON
1:45 PMImplementing a New Paradigm for Pressure Injury Prevention: A Dedicated Emergency Department WOC NurseElizabeth Hobson, BA, BSN, RN, CWON and Cathleen Van Houten, MS, RN, CNS, CWON
2:30 PMBreak 
2:45 PMEarly Trajectories of Symptoms After Ileostomy SurgeryAkiko Okano, MSN, RN, CWON
3:30 PMClosing keynoteMaryanne Obst, BSN, RN, CCRN, CWON, CWS
4:30 PMAdjourn 

This course will be presented via Zoom live web stream. 

Course Director

Denise Rismeyer, DNP, MSN, RN, NPD-BC

Credit Statements 

ANCC 
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 6.75 ANCC contact hours.  

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Other Healthcare Professionals 
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations. 

Available Credit

  • 6.75 ANCC
  • 6.75 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$250.00
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(if livestream) To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity.  This course is not approved for on-demand delivery. 


Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion

Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.

Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled. 

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