EPISODE · Apr 11, 2025 · 28 MIN
(Bonus) EP 29: Shining Bright: Celebrating the WOC Nurse Specialty
from WOCTalk · host WOCN Society
Resources:Learn about the DAISY FoundationRead the blog about the WOCN® DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses with a Bright FutureExplore ways to get involved with the WOCN SocietyJoin the WOC Nurse Week 2025 celebrationsRegister for the free WOC Nurse Week 2025 WebinarListen to the WOC Nurses Spread Sunshine & Healing playlist on SpotifyRegister for WOCNext® 2025About the Guest:Vicky Pontieri-Lewis, MS, RN, ACNS-BC-CWOCN, has been a member of the WOCN Society for 31 years. She works as the Clinical Administration/WOC Nurse at RWJ Barnabas Health System. Her educational background includes Master of Science Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, Newark, NJ, 1993; Bachelor of Science, Nursing Wagner College, Staten Island, New York, 1983; Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse Education, Abbott Northwestern School; Of Enterostomal Therapy, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1990; Lean Six Sigma – Greenbelt. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.
Embed this episode
What this episode covers
In this episode of WOCTalk, we’re joined by WOCN® Society President Vicky Pontieri-Lewis to reflect on her inspiring journey into WOC nursing, what it’s meant to serve in a leadership role, advice for the next generation of WOC nurses, and the vision behind the WOCN® DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses with a Bright Future—created to recognize and uplift early-career WOC nurses. We also discuss ways to celebrate WOC Nurse Week, including peer recognition, creative participation, and educational opportunities like a free webinar. Whether you're honoring your own journey or encouraging others, this episode is a reminder of the passion, purpose, and positivity that define the WOC nurse community. WOC Nurse Week 2025 is commercially supported through an educational grant from Hollister Incorporated. The WOCN® Society does not endorse or support products or services.
Ready to play
(Bonus) EP 29: Shining Bright: Celebrating the WOC Nurse Specialty
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
No similar episodes found.
Similar Podcasts
No similar podcasts found.