SRNA NewsBulletin Spring 2015

News Bulletin

Practice Edition

SASKATCHEWAN

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COUNCIL

Shaping the RN and RN(NP) profession collaboratively.SALPN Draft Bylaws Update.

OWNERSHIP

Making sure all voices are heard is part of the SRNA’s Governance Action Plan.

PRACTICE ADVISEMENT

Working collaboratively with non-nurse managers.

Vol.17 No. 2 Spring 2015

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The Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association (SRNA) is a professional licensing body established in 1917 by the Registered Nurses Act of the provincial legislature. Its purpose is to set standards of education and practice for the nursing profession, and to license and support nurses as RNs to ensure the public receives quality nursing care.

The SRNA NewsBulletin is published four times a year by the SRNA. Its purpose is to inform RNs about the Association’s activities, provide a forum for discussion and information of topical interest. Inclusion of items in the SRNA NewsBulletin does not imply endorsement or approval by the SRNA. A subscription is $21.40 per year, outside Canada, $30.00 per year.ISSN 1494-76668

Managing Editor: Shelley SvedahlE-mail: [email protected]

The SRNA office is located at 2066 Retallack Street, Regina, SK S4T 7X5Phone: 306-359-4200 FAX: 306-359-0257Toll Free: 1-800-667-9945E-mail: [email protected]: www.srna.org

SRNA COUNCILPresident: Signy Klebeck, RN 306-659-4289President-Elect: Linda Wasko-Lacey, RN 306-882-2359Members-at-LargeGlen-mary Christopher, RN 306-786-0420Robin Evans, RN 306-337-3354Nicole Gerein, RN 306-843-2079Warren Koch, RN (306)-591-7719

Pamela Komonoski, RN(NP) 306-966-2397Noreen Reed, RN 306-883-4471Public RepresentativesKaren Gibbons 306-729-4306James Leach 306-244-4800Heather McAvoy 306-652-5442Executive DirectorKaren Eisler, RN 306-359-4235

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OwnershipLinkages

SRNAElections 2015

Resolutions and Motions

Call for Auditors

NCLEX-RNFAQ

NPs to Prescribe CDS

NursingHome Study

RNs LeadingChange

RN SpecialtyPractice

SRNALeaRN

InvestigationsFast Facts

InvestigationsStatistics

CNSA StudentConference

Resources Resources &Events

PracticeAdvisement

PreceptorshipJurisprudenceFramework

RN Scopeof Practice

Nurse Educator Course

Ask a PracticeAdvisor

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SRNA NewsBulletin 2015 Spring 3

As your Council desires to better meet your needs as members, we are pleased that you will soon be receiving even more regular news from us through this NewsBulletin format. In April, SRNA will be launching an electronic form of this NewsBulletin and alternate issues between print and electronic format more regularly, now six times annually, instead of the four we now have. It will help us get the news to you in a more timely way, and assures best use of our limited resources. In the April e-NewsBulletin we will provide an update on the bylaw process. Bylaws to be presented at the Annual Meeting were approved by Council at our February meeting.

At the February Council meeting we invited Mary Martin Smith, RN, Chief Nursing Officer and the Deans of the Nursing programs to a dialogue about the future of nursing in Saskatchewan. Now is a time of change and transformation of the health care system and RNs have a pivotal role to play as agents leading change. We look forward to continued collaboration with the Chief Nursing Officer and the academic nursing community as we work together to shape the RN and RN(NP) profession.

We value the opportunity to engage with members at our Annual Meeting and Conference. Your involvement at these annual events is important to us, and we hope you will see value in participating. Please let us know how we can facilitate your involvement.

As you are aware, we continue to collaborate with the Ministry of Health, SALPN, and Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan (RPNAS) regarding SALPN draft bylaws. We recognize that our role is to provide feedback on the draft bylaws and we have been doing that since August 2014. We continue to advocate for an evidence-based decision making framework that will assist in clarifying roles and responsibilities. We believe that together the RNs, LPNs and RPNs need to understand and respect each other’s similarities and differences regarding scope of practice.

Part of the business of Council is to monitor the work of the organization in achieving the ENDs, to ensure the SRNA achieves the anticipated outcomes. At the February meeting, in addition to conducting the monitoring of ENDs, Council also acknowledged the exceptional performance of the Executive Director as part of their annual evaluation.

It is a privilege to serve you as your President and President-elect, and we look forward to ongoing dialogue in the upcoming months.

Council HighlightsSigny Klebeck, RN, SRNA President and Linda Wasko-Lacey, RN, SRNA President-elect

Signy Klebeck, RN, SRNA President

Linda Wasko-Lacey, RN, SRNA President-elect

OwnershipLinkages CommitteePam Komonoski RN(NP) Student Health Centre, U of S and Craig Friesen – Director of the Pride Centre


Regardless of our life’s journey, it is important that all voices are heard.

Engaging the public and ensuring this listening is being built into our days, is part of the SRNA’s Governance Action Plan with Council’s establishing and maintaining of an ‘ownership linkage plan’.

As part of this plan, a focus group on the subject of the issues faced by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) community was held on November 26, 2014 at the University of Saskatchewan Pride Centre. Laurence Thompson and Horizon Strategic Consultants facilitated the dialogue.

The Pride Centre is a student run space for the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community. Their mandate is to provide peer mentoring, advocacy work, entertainment, education and community work.

Discussion and interaction with the group included experiences with nurses, with a particular focus on what they did well and what they could do better.

This group generally had positive experiences in their own interactions with nurses. There were second-hand stories or observations shared about of nurses in acute care settings, with some concerns reported about the ability of nurses to interact in a supportive and professional manner during stressful situations.

As a result of this focus group discussion, the Pride Centre presented a challenge for RNs to reflect on how to better serve the LGBTQ community. They have challenged RNs to ask themselves the question of “How do RNs make themselves aware of LGBTQ issues?”

The Pride Centre is a student run space for the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community. Their mandate is to provide peer mentoring, advocacy work, entertainment, education and community work.

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It is an important time in our annual cycle and your professional responsibility to vote for incoming members of the SRNA Council. The electronic voting will be open thirty days before the Annual Meeting. All eligible voters will be sent an e-mail indicating that electronic voting is open. The image below will be posted on the SRNA website at www.srna.org.

You will only be allowed to vote once. An independent third-party audit technology, “Balloteer” maintains a robust, secure, and reliable network infrastructure and ensures compliance with best practices for the security of network assets. Their multilayer network perimeter protects the voting application, data and results.

Computers will be available and you will be able to vote online until noon at the Annual Meeting in Saskatoon on May 6, 2015.

Thank you to the following members for running in the 2015 SRNA election.

SRNA Elections 2015

President-electLeah Clement, RN, Director of Care, Eden Care Communities

Angela Draude, RN, Executive Director, Regional Psychiatric Centre – Correctional Service of Canada

Jayne Naylen Horbach, RN, Faculty (Nurse Educator) SCBScN, School of Nursing, Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Joanne Petersen, RN, Staff Nurse, Assiniboia Union Hospital, Five Hills Health Region

Member-at-largeRegion 2

Bernadette Wright, RN, Home Care Manager, Sun Country Health Region

Region 4

Betty Metzler, RN, Manager of Staff Health, Sunrise Health Region

Region 6

Angela Draude, RN, Executive Director, Regional Psychiatric Centre – Correctional Service of Canada

Lynne Eikel, RN, General Duty RN, Rosthern Hospital, Saskatoon Health Region

Nominations CommitteeThere were no nominations received for the open position on the Nominations Committee. In accordance with SRNA Bylaws, nominations for this position will be accepted from the floor of the Annual General Meeting May 6, 2015 in Saskatoon. Members attending the meeting will vote to elect a member to this committee.

Be sure to check out the candidate flyers online.


Your Input Matters

Members often ask us about the process and timelines for developing and submitting resolutions and motions. We hope this brief overview will be helpful. As always, don’t hesitate to contact SRNA or any member of Council, should you have any questions.

What is a “resolution”?A resolution is the process for members of the SRNA to use to provide input on particular issues facing the profession or on initiatives in which you think the Association could be involved.

How and when can resolution or motion be provided?Resolutions or motions can be presented to the SRNA Council, by person, group, annual or special meeting assembly at any time. Persons who wish resolutions/motions published in the Annual Report should have resolutions submitted to Council, for presentation at the Annual Meeting, by January 31 of each year. Resolutions not submitted by this date can be presented at the Annual Meeting as a motion from the floor.

What should resolutions include?It is important to note that resolutions must include:

A title: subject of the resolution or motion

A resolution statement: an expression of intent or what action you are proposing the Association take in relation to the subject of the resolution. This statement begins with: “Be it resolved ...”, and should be written in a clear and concise manner.

Explanatory notes: identify why you believe the issue should be addressed. If you are making a number of points, order them numerically. Remember that resolutions must be a provincial basis and relate to the mandate of the Association.

Identification: names of “mover” and “seconder” of resolution. Both must hold active-practising status with the Association. Either the “mover” or “seconder” should be available to speak to the resolution at the Annual Meeting.

Resolutions/motions that are approved by the membership at the Annual Meeting will be reviewed by Council to make reasoned decisions regarding any actions to be taken.

For more information contact the SRNA or send resolutions/motions to:Signy Klebeck, RN, SRNA Presidentc/o SRNA, 2066 Retallack Street, Regina, SK S4T 7X5or by email to: [email protected]

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The SRNA is seeking RNs and RN(NP)s who are interested in being auditors for the continuing competence program. Auditors will conduct a focused review of member documents.

Call for Continuing Competence Program (CCP) Auditors

Auditors are: Time Commitment:

RN(NP) auditors will be required for one full day at the SRNA office in Regina.

RN auditors will be required for two full days at the SRNA office in Regina.

To apply:

Send a brief resume which includes an explanation of why you are interested in being a CCP auditor to [email protected]. The deadline to apply is March 10th. If you have questions, please call Barb Fitz-Gerald at 1-800-667-9945 or 306-359–4200 in Regina.na.

• Currently registered in good standing with the SRNA.

• Have attention to detail.• Knowledgeable of the CCP.• Interested in becoming

involved with the SRNA.• Not a member of another

SRNA regulatory committee.


Ask A Practice Advisor Patrick Blais, RN and Donna Cooke, RN

Working Collaboratively with Non-Nurse ManagersDoes a non-nursing manager understand the scope of practice, patient acuity, and patient safety issues if never having been an RN?

As the health care system becomes more complex and resources are limited, it is increasingly important that leadership and process are clear.

The SRNA Practice team takes this opportunity to provide some background as it relates to questions from RN’s who are either reporting to a non-nurse manager, or are within practice settings managed by a non-nurse manager.

Within this context, it is important to note that the SRNA does not have an opinion on the hiring practices of RN or non-nurse managers. Our role is to ensure patient safety and work environments that support RNs to meet their professional practice standards and competencies.

In addition, keep in mind that every situation is different. Knowledge gaps in clinical practice, nursing regulatory requirements, nursing practice standards that may impact patient safety may arise for RNs hired as managers into practice settings in which they do not have clinical expertise, or for non-nurse managers alike.


To help illustrate some challenges we hear, let’s look closer at a fictitious setting and explore some options this RN would have.Judy, age 27, is a RN who practices on an active medical unit with 36 beds. Their patients typically are high acuity, with short stays and many admission and discharges. There is staff mix of regulated and unregulated care staff. This medical unit is managed by a new non-nurse manager. Recently, they have tracked an increase in patient falls and medication errors. Judy is frustrated and feels morale is low amongst her colleagues. Her perception is the manager is not taking action to address these concerns.

How can she handle the situation?

There are a number of leadership strategies at the point-of-care that Judy can implement to work collaboratively with the manager to tackle unit concerns. It is the RNs responsibility to:

• Educate the manager of the RN scope of practice, Code of Ethics, and Standards and Competencies.

• Report situations that affect their ability to uphold the RN Standards and Competencies and Code of Ethics.

• Address those concerns and to work with the employer to develop processes and policies to address professional practice issues.

• Question the status quo and raise questions about practice standards.

• Use a win-win, low level resolution approach.

• Communicate to the manager that you are interested in nurse led quality improvement initiatives.

Moving Forward Team/Unit Strategies

As Judy and her team work together to address the issues, they consider some of these leadership strategies to increase team job satisfaction and enhance quality of care:

• Establish quality improvement teams to respond to staff concerns that may include regularly scheduled meetings.

• Establish formal and informal leadership roles at the practice level such as a clinical resources, project leader or rounds leader.

• Share and act on valid and reliable workload data.

• Involve nurses in patient care conferences and committees.

• Continue learning about evidence-based best practices and champion their integration.

There are many resources available to help in these situations. Practice advisors at the SRNA are interested in supporting RNs that are having challenges in communicating their inability to adhere to the Code of Ethics, Standards & Competencies and patient safety concerns to managers.

We would also like to support nursing and non-nursing managers. Please email us at [email protected] or call us toll free at 1-800-667-9945 or local at 306-359-4200 and ask to speak to a Practice Advisor. We look forward to hearing from you. Please visit our “In the Public Interest” section of the SRNA Web Site for a short video clip on RN Self-Regulation, The RN Act, and SRNA Bylaws. http://www.srna.org/index.php/about-us/about-us. The SRNA practice documents are available online at www.srna.org . The SRNA also wants to hear from you if you have any nurse led quality improvement initiatives that you would be willing to share. We are all learning together!

References

College of Nurses of Ontario [CNO]. (2011). Nurses at work. Toronto: ON: Author Registered Nurses Association of Ontario [RNAO]. (2013). Developing and sustaining nursing leadership best practice guidelines. Retrieved from http://rnao.ca/sites/rnao-ca/files/LeadershipBPG_Booklet_Web_1.pdf

• Educate the manager of the RN scope of practice, Code of Ethics, and Standards and Competencies.

• Report situations that affect their ability to uphold the RN Standards and Competencies and Code of Ethics.

• Address those concerns and to work with the employer to develop processes and policies to address professional practice issues.

• Question the status quo and raise questions about practice standards.

• Use a win-win, low level resolution approach.

• Communicate to the manager that you are interested in nurse led quality improvement initiatives.

• Establish quality improvement teams to respond to staff concerns that may include regularly scheduled meetings.

• Establish formal and informal leadership roles at the practice level such as a clinical resources, project leader or rounds leader.

• Share and act on valid and reliable workload data.

• Involve nurses in patient care conferences and committees.

• Continue learning about evidence-based best practices and champion their integration.


Practice Advisement

Supporting RN Practice – Practice CallsIf members ever need information, support, advice or resources to meet practice standards and promote good nursing practice, the SRNA Practice Team is a call away to help you.

With a primary goal of protecting the public, the team consults on professional practice issues and provides a confidential service that is designed to enhance and promote safe, ethical and competent practice.

In 2014 (January 2- December 31), the calls related primarily to scope of practice, information/networking and nursing practice standards. There were 846 practice calls received, up 39% from 2013.

52% of all the calls came from direct care nurses

21% from administrative nurses

13.5% from RNs who work in education

0.1% from RNs who work in research

0.2% from RNs who work in policy and

13% were non-RN calls.

38% of the calls came from an urban location

25% were rural communities

9% were from the northern communities

20% were unknown or not applicable and

6.6% were from multiple locations.

For more information or to contact a Practice Advisor: Ph: 1-800-667-9945, 359-4200 (Regina) or Email: [email protected].


Jurisprudence FrameworkBarb Fitz-Gerald RN, Manager, Regulation and Policy

A new Ad Hoc Committee to develop the jurisprudence requirement for RN and RN(NP) practice has been established by SRNA.The Committee’s purpose is to:

1) develop the process for the jurisprudence requirement for RN and RN(NP) practice as part of the Continuing Competence Program (CCP) to be implemented initially, as a pilot project in the 2017 Registration Renewal Year (fall 2016), and then as a mandatory program for all practicing members

2) make recommendations on the program’s content to the SRNA.

Some of the activities the Committee will undertake include:

• Reviewing the SRNA bylaw for the jurisprudence requirement. (This bylaw will be presented to members, and voted on at the 2015 SRNA Annual Meeting on May 6 at the Radisson Hotel, in Saskatoon.)

• Evaluating examples of the jurisprudence requirements used by nursing and other health and non-health care professions, and the best practices found in research.

• Providing feedback to the SRNA on: the education content; the document for the jurisprudence requirement; how a member can obtain the education on an Act or Regulation; and the testing and/or SRNA’s audit method.

• Reviewing and utilizing feedback from SRNA members and stakeholders. The first meeting for the committee will be held on March 17, 2015 at the SRNA and there are plans to meet several times over the next two years. The committee consists of a public representative, Karen Gibbons, a representative with the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses, Colin Hein RN and five practicing members: Val MacLeod RN, Marga Cugnet RN, Robin Harrington RN, Becky Campbell RN(NP) and Janet Luimes RN(NP). The SRNA staff liaisons for the committee are Shirley McKay, RN, Registrar and Barb Fitz-Gerald, Manager, Regulation and Policy, SRNA.

As this project progresses the membership will be updated and invited to provide feedback. If you have questions about this project please contact me at [email protected].

Jurisprudence is a legal term that applies to the study and theory of laws.

• Reviewing the SRNA bylaw for the jurisprudence requirement. (This bylaw will be presented to members, and voted on at the 2015 SRNA Annual Meeting on May 6 at the Radisson Hotel, in Saskatoon.)

• Evaluating examples of the jurisprudence requirements used by nursing and other health and non-health care professions, and the best practices found in research.

• Providing feedback to the SRNA on: the education content; the document for the jurisprudence requirement; how a member can obtain the education on an Act or Regulation; and the testing and/or SRNA’s audit method.

• Reviewing and utilizing feedback from SRNA members and stakeholders.

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NCLEX-RN®FAQs

SRNA members and students in the registered nursing education programs from across Canada often contact us about writing the NCLEX-RN ® examination. Here are two of the questions we are frequently asked:

If a Canadian student takes the NCLEX for licensure/registration in Canada, will they be able to work in the U.S.?

The NCLEX is only part of the nursing regulatory licensure/registration process. As such, any other licensure/registration requirements or policies are determined by the regulatory body or board of nursing in the jurisdiction in which the candidate is looking to practice. Candidates will need to contact the regulatory body or board of nursing for further information on the requirements and how these can be met.

If a Canadian writes the NCLEX will he/she be able to apply for registration in the U.S. as well as Canada or in more than one province?

NCLEX-RN ® is developed as an assessment of entry-level nursing practice competency. Passing the NCLEX-RN ® is one important component of obtaining the privilege to practice registered nursing at the entry-level. In addition to successfully completing the NCLEX-RN ®, boards of nursing in the U.S. and regulatory bodies in Canada may require additional evidence, such as successful completion of approved nursing education and meeting language proficiency requirements, prior to granting that privilege. Since specific licensure/registration requirements may differ from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, reciprocity of registration is at the discretion of the regulatory bodies involved.

This information is taken from the National Council State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website under the Canadian Educators & Students FAQs found at https://www.ncsbn.org/4702.htm

If you have more questions about the NCLEX-RN ® please contact [email protected]


Preceptorship: A foundation for the future of RN practiceNicholas Fudger, BA (Psy), 4th Year BSN Student U of S College of Nursing – Regina Campus and President of the Saskatchewan Nursing Student Association, Regina Chapter (SNSA(R)) and Terri Belcourt, RN, SRNA Nursing Advisor, Learning & Engagement

There are many competing priorities for RNs in today’s healthcare environment.

Choices involving best use of time are needed daily and are often difficult to make.

Giving back to the profession through preceptoring and mentoring often fits into the category of “would like to do” but ‘hard to fit in’. This opportunity to share our knowledge and experience on a pay-it-forward basis is an important part of helping to shape the future.

During the first months and years of a registered nursing education program, students learn the foundations of the career they have chosen. Throughout nursing education programs, RNs work with nursing instructors to provide students with the experiences they need to grow and develop their skills. These foundational, theoretical pieces set in motion the ability of nursing students to learn and meet the standards of practice and core competencies of registered nurses.

As students prepare to face the real world and the new challenges throughout their careers, it is in the clinical setting where students put into practice what has been learned. During the final three months of the program students move from working in groups to working side by side with RNs in a Preceptorship relationship.

The reality for nursing students is there are not enough preceptors to fill the need. Specialty areas most often have few placement options. Students with a keen interest in these areas can be left without the opportunity to complete their education with experience in their area of choice. Continued on Page 14

Katelyn Taypotat, 4th Year Nursing Student


Preceptorshipcontinued

Why should I become a Preceptor?

Being a preceptor for students can truly shape the future of new registered nurses. As a preceptor, you have the opportunity to strengthen the nursing community by fostering the growth of our newest members. Preceptors are important in helping students solidify their clinical and time management skills. Students at this point in their education are looking forward to the day they will be working alongside us and they need to know they have our support.

“Walking into my preceptor placement on my first day, I had no idea that this experience would present so many positive opportunities and enrich my nursing practice.” Katelyn Taypotat, 4th Year Nursing Student.

The Preceptorship experience can help more experienced RNs gain an understanding of where students are coming from. Students are curious, ambitious, and eager to please. Working side-by-side with these new graduates is a great opportunity to share ideas and to work together to create a collaborative working environment. Developing good relationships early in a new nurse’s career helps to ensure the future of registered nursing remains strong.

“Experience is the best teacher! The more I engage in my learning, and the more involved I am in what I am doing, the more I can shape my own success. I am so thankful to have preceptors that are able to engage my learning process, and help me become the nurse I want to be for those I will work with, and those that I will care for. I owe so much to the nurses that have taken me under their wing and have guided me to a wonderful career.” Nicholas Fudger, 4th Year Nursing Student

Supporting new members of the profession is our professional responsibility. Our standards of practice, foundation competencies and code of ethics all speak to the responsibility of supporting new nurses.

One of my goals as a preceptor was to provide my student with additional tools to succeed in her future nursing career. Seeing her develop enhanced confidence and engagement in professional activities has been energizing and rewarding.Donna Cooke, RN, Preceptor

Interested but don’t know where to start?

Preceptor Education and Support in Saskatchewan has a new website that provides resources for new preceptors.

You can access the website at www.saskpreceptors.ca.

Talk to your manager to voice your interest and get their support

Contact the Saskatchewan nursing education programs:

Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing [email protected]

University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing [email protected]

Take the opportunity and the challenge to share your experience with the next generation of RNs. You can shape not only a new nurse’s future, but the future of healthcare, one nursing student, one graduate at a time.

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RN Scope ofPractice

Working Towards a Deeper Understanding of the Registered Nurse (RN) Scope of Practice

New initiatives to offer more opportunities to engage in a dialogue about RN scope of practice are being launched in response to input last spring with a cross-section of RN members representing a variety of practice domains from both rural and urban settings.

The discussions of the numerous focus groups were very rich and the contribution of the attendees was invaluable.

One of the recurring themes identified by attendees was the need for RNs to develop a deeper understanding of the scope of practice and how this applies to individual practice settings. We continue to welcome participation and thoughts.

A number of initiatives to develop a deeper understanding of the issues are being planned:

• A discussion series will be offered through webinars highlighting scope of practice in different practice areas. • A series of scope of practice related case studies in the Newsbulletin, and • SRNA will be launching an online discussion forum.

The Scope of Practice of Registered Nurses outlines the outer boundaries of practice, based on what nursing care RNs are educated and legally authorized to provide.

The legal authority for registered nurses is based on legislation that outlines the practice of RNs. The Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association (SRNA) interprets the legislation and further defines the limits, professional accountabilities and responsibilities for registered nurse practice in Saskatchewan. The boundaries for RN professional practice are fairly broad in nature because RNs provide care to a very wide range of clients in a wide variety of roles and practice settings. The SRNA is completing work on the Interpretation of the RN Scope of Practice document.

When we examine the scope of practice of an individual RN, we find that it is often more specific because it is developed by the RN’s individual experiences and learning opportunities, as well as ongoing professional development through formal and informal educational experiences.

Individual practice must always stay within the broader scope of practice of the profession, and must also be congruent with the individual skills and competencies the RN has developed, and the practice standards set out by the SRNA. It must also be supported by the policies of the institution, agency, or facility in which they are employed. It is important to note that institutional policies cannot supersede that of the regulatory body.

More information about these initiatives can be found at www.srna.org.

The Scope of Practice of Registered Nurses outlines the outer boundaries of practice, based on what nursing care RNs are educated and legally authorized to provide.

• A discussion series will be offered through webinars highlighting scope of practice in different practice areas. • A series of scope of practice related case studies in the Newsbulletin, and • SRNA will be launching an online discussion forum.

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Clinical Instructor Nurse EducatorCheryl Cummings, RN Clinical Education Coordinator, Continuing Education and Development for Nurses (CEDN), College of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan

The Clinical Instructor Nurse Educator Course

Continuing Education and Development for Nurses (CEDN) has just graduated the second cohort of nurses from its online Clinical Instructor Nurse Educator (CINE) Course. This asynchronous course provides clinical nurse educators, nursing instructors and lab instructors with new knowledge and skills that have practical application in their education settings.

Many nurses start in education roles with no preparation outside of their own schooling and are expected to hit the ground running, providing innovative undergraduate, continuing or mandatory education to different generations of nurses with different levels of knowledge. How is this even possible? The CINE course supports this transition from expert clinical nurse to novice nurse educator.

The online CINE course allows adult learners to have flexibility in their continuing education. Nurses who take the course can learn where they live and can study at their own pace. The course is designed to be completely asynchronous so there are no traditional type lectures or webcasts. Nurses can study when they want and how they want.

Debriefings not applicable to the CNE’s practice? It’s not necessary for them to delve into that module. Interested in evaluation strategies and having difficult conversations? That is the content to start with. The richness in the learning comes from the discussion boards. Participants share tips, ideas and stories about their own teaching experiences and pass those on to the group. There are many posts reading “I am stealing that idea from you!” on the boards. Even nurses with limited computer skills have taken this course and enjoyed the online interaction.

Our pilot course was offered to nurses in Saskatchewan. Since then, CEDN has provided this online education opportunity to many different educators in Saskatchewan as well as across Western Canada. The course provides opportunities for novice to senior nursing educators to learn and support one another.

The online CINE course allows adult learners to have flexibility in their continuing education.

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Nurse Practitioners Authorized to Prescribe Controlled Drugs and SubstancesThe Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association is fully supporting the Saskatchewan government’s announcement of regulation changes that allows Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioners RN(NPs) to prescribe Controlled Drugs and Substances (CDS).

This is the first time such authority has been allowed in Saskatchewan. This new legislation removes barriers for NPs and improves access for patients, families and communities that require these types of medications as part of their comprehensive treatment plan.

RN(NP)s are registered nurses with advanced knowledge, skills and education. CDS are medications that include those prescribed to treat medical conditions such as pain, anxiety, and attention-deficit disorder. There are currently 189 RN(NP)s licensed and practicing throughout Saskatchewan. As background, in November 2012 the federal government made changes to regulations under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act that would enable Nurse Practitioner (NPs) in Canada to prescribe CDS. Because health care is regulated by the provinces and territories, RN(NP)s in Saskatchewan were not able to prescribe these drugs until they had the legislated provincial authority.

The initial work included changes to the SRNA bylaws, the Health Information Protection Act (HIPA) regulations, and the Prescription Review Program (PRP).

“As part of the regulatory mandate of the SRNA, we will work collaboratively with the Prescription Review Program to monitor the prescribing patterns of the RNs (NPs),” said Signy Klebeck, RN, SRNA President. “In addition to setting education standards on Controlled Substances, the SRNA acknowledges the best practice of accessing the Pharmaceutical Information Program (PIP) to verify a patient’s medication history, when prescribing a monitored drug.”

There are some prescribing limits for RN(NP)s on Controlled Substances. RN(NP)s do not have the authority to prescribe methadone, buprenorphine or medical marihuana. In addition, testosterone (oral and intramuscular routes) is the only anabolic steroid that RN(NP)s are authorized to prescribe.

Prescribing guidelines, best practice guidelines, resources and FAQ’s that relate to RN(NP)s authority to prescribe medications are posted on the SRNA web site at http://www.srna.org/index.php/nurse-practitioner/rnnp-updates Continued on pg. 18


Nurse Practitioners Authorized to Prescribe Controlled Drugs and Substances

NPs Can Order Controlled Drugs and Substances by Jone Barry RN(NP)

It is well documented that up to 80% of long term care patients have chronic pain. Chronic pain coupled with declining renal function can limit the use of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID)s. For those who cannot tolerate NSAIDs and when non- pharmacological therapies do not work, Controlled Drugs and Substances for pain are the drugs of choice.

I practice as a Nurse Practitioner and provide comprehensive care for 51 residents at our nursing home. With the ability to order Controlled Drugs and Substances, I am able to treat patients in pain with the most appropriate therapy in a timely manner.

Jone Barry RN(NP) with Peter Omelon, a resident of the Lakeview Pioneer Lodge in Wakaw SK.

NP Perspective from NPOSby Deanna Barlow, RN(NP), NPOS President Nurse Practitioners of Saskatchewan (NPOS) is a Professional Practice Group that follows the mandate, mission, vision of the SRNA and work closely with the SRNA on professional interests of RN(NP)s in Saskatchewan. NPOS is a partner with the Canadian Association of Advanced Practice Nurses and serves as a provincial voice on professional issues. In collaboration with the SRNA, NPOS advocates for accessible, high quality health by influencing the integration of RN(NP)s across the health-care system and increasing the awareness of the RN(NP) role. On January 20, 2001, the first NPOS meeting was held. Our mandate was to provide recommendations to the SRNA around the pending changes to the Registered Nurses Act, which included: a process for licensing of NP’s, a public relations campaign and communication network for advanced practice nurses, education for the public and health care professionals. The mandate for NPOS continues to move forward on these foundational objectives and has broadened the perspective on advanced practice nursing and regulatory issues affecting RN(NP)s in the province.


Nurse Practitioners Authorized to Prescribe Controlled Drugs and Substances Nurse Practitioners Authorized to Prescribe Controlled Drugs and Substances

Current NPOS Initiatives:

• Strategic plan developed from the analysis the 2014 RN(NP) Survey.

• Toured the Winnipeg- Quick Care clinic- an NP led clinic- one of three close to the emergency departments at the hospitals and one of six proposed throughout the city of Winnipeg. For more information on these clinics contact us.

• Created a new logo and video showcasing the role of the NP with the gala debut of this video on April 27th to correspond with SK Ministry of Health the proclamation of Nurse Practitioner (NP) Awareness day.

• Developed key messages addressing: A value added health care team approach, adequately supporting clients with their health care needs and importance of helping clients manoeuvre a complex health system.

NPOS initiatives for 2015 include:

• Redesign the NPOS website • Collaborative Strategies with SRNA and Physician

groups.• Tour the communities of Saskatchewan, organizations

and ministry with our new message and video. Promote NP’s in every community.

• Support NP’s in their role. The annual NP Education Conference is April 30 and May 1, 2015, in Saskatoon. NPOS will hold an Annual General Meeting where NPs and NP students are encouraged to become involved in the PPG.

• NPOS is served by a voluntary executive elected by the membership.

• Nominations for NPOS executive positions will be open at the NP Conference.

• If you are interested in being on the executive, please contact Deanna Barlow at [email protected] prior to April 1st, 2015.

RN(NP)’s interested in making difference are encouraged to contact Deanna Barlow at [email protected]. Current focus areas are: reducing wait times, better mental health management, developing a RN(NP) tracking tool, ensuring no one is without a care provider, influencing improvements to long term care.

Annual memberships ($30) can be purchased by contacting Angela Robinson at [email protected] or visiting our web site at www.npos.ca. Benefits of being a Member include: education and student grants, executive financial support for NPOS development, network opportunities, advocacy and professional support.

CCRNR NP Practice Analysis

The CCRNR NP Practice Analysis project continued throughout 2014. The purpose of the NP Practice Analysis is to inform future decisions about entry-to-practice exams and develop consistent requirements for licensure or registration across the country.

The CCRNR NP Practice Working Group is a national working group, consisting of representatives from Canadian nursing regulators. It has been established by CCRNR to coordinate the various phases of this project.

This working group was responsible for recommending individuals to participate in a research advisory group as well as three subject matter expert panels of NPs. Three NP Subject Matter Expert panels for the family/all ages, adult, pediatric and the Research Advisory Committee met in recent months to develop and refine the activity statements that have formed the framework for the survey. ProExam completed the CCRNR NP Practice Analysis in December, 2014 which surveyed NPs and NP educators from across Canada. The final report for this project is to complete by the end of April, 2015. For the Communiqués and FAQ’s please visit the web site at www.ccrnr.ca

RN(NP) Have Been Authorized to Complete Pre-op Assessments

On August 8, 2014, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health amended the Hospital Standard Regulations, 1980 Section 55.1 which enabled Nurse Practitioners authority to complete pre-operative assessments. The amended Hospital Standards Regulations are available at http://www.qp.gov.sk.ca/documents/English/Regulations/Regulations/SR331-79.pdf

The amended provincial legislation is published in the Saskatchewan Gazette is available online at http://www.qp.gov.sk.ca/documents/gazette/part3/2014/G3201432.pdf

• Strategic plan developed from the analysis the 2014 RN(NP) Survey.

• Toured the Winnipeg- Quick Care clinic- an NP led clinic- one of three close to the emergency departments at the hospitals and one of six proposed throughout the city of Winnipeg. For more information on these clinics contact us.

• Created a new logo and video showcasing the role of the NP with the gala debut of this video on April 27th to correspond with SK Ministry of Health the proclamation of Nurse Practitioner (NP) Awareness day.

• Developed key messages addressing: A value added health care team approach, adequately supporting clients with their health care needs and importance of helping clients manoeuvre a complex health system.

• Redesign the NPOS website • Collaborative Strategies with SRNA and Physician groups.• Tour the communities of Saskatchewan, organizations and

ministry with our new message and video. Promote NP’s in every community.

• Support NP’s in their role.

• NPOS is served by a voluntary executive elected by the membership.

• Nominations for NPOS executive positions will be open at the NP Conference.

• If you are interested in being on the executive, please contact Deanna Barlow at [email protected] prior to April 1st, 2015.


Self-Paced NursingHome Study Program

Particular focus is on the changing aspects of nursing, including the increased scope of practice, technology and leadership.

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Tanya Woolsey, RN considers herself lucky.

The Regina mother has not only been able to stay home with her two kids for 11 years, but she’s also been steadily updating her nursing credentials so she can resume her career.

In January, Woolsey, 36, graduated from Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Nursing Re-entry program which is offered through distance education, as an applied certificate program and is geared to former RNs in Canada who are eligible for re-registration in Saskatchewan. The program is also suited to nurses who are currently registered in the province but who want to update and evaluate their knowledge and skills.

“We travel to the States quite often,” says this self-described hockey mom. “I did a lot of the course work on the road. And while I never met all of my instructors in person, I felt like I knew them.” Woolsey typically emailed or texted faculty with questions, and had the option of Skyping with them and fellow students.

Approved by the SRNA, the comprehensive Nursing Re-entry program consists of 13 theory courses, two eight-hour simulation labs at Sask Polytech’s Regina campus, and two clinical placements. Particular focus is on the changing aspects of nursing, including the increased scope of practice, technology and leadership.

Students are assigned a faculty member for all of their classes and are expected to complete the program on a part-time basis within three years. A combination of print-based learning and online modules, the program requires that students have a computer and high-speed Internet access.

Woolsey is now polishing her résumé and it’s full speed ahead. She expects to specialize eventually—perhaps in home care or in the OR. “I’m excited,” she says. “There are so many opportunities out there!”

For more information, email [email protected] or visit saskpolytech.ca/nursing.


Self-Paced NursingHome Study Program

RNs Leading ChangeLinda Muzio, RN, Project Manager

RN Scope of Practice

The new Interpretation of the RN Scope of Practice document has been finalized and was approved at the February Council meeting.

RN with Additional Authorized Practice

The Interprofessional Advisory Group (IPAG) comprised of a pharmacist, public rep, northern RNs, RN(NP)s and physicians, has been working diligently in reviewing, revising and approving the SRNA Clinical Decision Tools (CDTs) in conjunction with the RN(NP) consultant. Forty-seven are now available on the website and have been sent to all primary care clinics in northern Saskatchewan. Additional CDTs, necessary for the primary care RNs to continue to deliver health care services in their northern communities, are being identified and will be developed in 2015.

An evaluation component has been built into the RNs Leading Change project specific to the RN with additional authorized practice component, which includes the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) process and the CDTs. The first evaluation occurred in the fall of 2013 with northern RNs, their employers, and members of the public surveyed as to their perception of: the care being provided; the process and transition from the transfer of medical function process to the RN with additional

authorized practice; and impact on client care. The overall results were positive. Late in 2014, members of the public who access these northern primary care clinics were once again surveyed, results pending. Surveys will continue this year and 2016 and 2017 with results on the website as they become available.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)

PLAR is a mechanism that allows RNs to demonstrate that they possess the required competencies for the RN with additional authorized practice. The PLAR process began January 5, 2015. The application package and related documents are available on the SRNA website.

If you are interested in becoming a RN with additional authorized practice but do not meet the eligibility criteria for PLAR, education courses are available through Saskatchewan Polytechnic – NURS 225 Health Assessment and PHAR 271 Clinical Drug Therapy. The third course, Clinical Decision Making will be approved by the SRNA Nursing Education Program Approval Committee and available in the summer.

For more information:Check www.srna.org for regular updates. I would be pleased to answer any questions you may have. Please contact me at [email protected].

LeadingChangeRNs


Standards for RN Specialty Practices

Barb Fitz-Gerald, RN Project Lead for RN Specialty Practices

On February 10, 2015 the Standards for RN Specialty Practices, 2015 document was approved by SRNA Council.

The document will now go to the SRNA Annual Meeting on May 4, 2015 for members to vote to incorporate it by reference into the SRNA Bylaws. Following the Annual Meeting, the bylaws will go to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health for approval. This means that until it is approved by the Health Ministry the document must remain in draft form. This notice will likely occur in the fall of 2015. The document will then be finalized, published and implemented. Until this occurs, the SRNA encourages members and employers to begin reviewing and implementing the document. The document is available on the SRNA website at http://www.srna.org/index.php/component/content/article/17-main-section/259-leading-change-specialty-practices

Education Plan for RN Specialty Practices

An education plan for members to learn about and incorporate into their practice has been prepared by the SRNA. Standards for RN Specialty Practices, 2015 includes a number of activities to meet different learning needs. Some include: webinar presentations

• in-person presentations by SRNA staff • presentations by the SRNA Workplace Representatives• articles in the SRNA Newsbulletin and Employer

Newsbulletin• information on the SRNA website including an updated

Q & A for the document• short educational vimeos that will be posted on the

SRNA website • Information on when the education activities are

available will be posted on the SRNA website, emailed with the ED Messages, promoted by Twitter and the SRNA’s Facebook.

If you have questions about the document please contact an SRNA Practice Advisor at [email protected] or myself at [email protected]

• in-person presentations by SRNA staff • presentations by the SRNA Workplace Representatives• articles in the SRNA Newsbulletin and Employer

Newsbulletin• information on the SRNA website including an updated

Q & A for the document• short educational vimeos that will be posted on the SRNA

website • Information on when the education activities are available

will be posted on the SRNA website, emailed with the ED Messages, promoted by Twitter and the SRNA’s Facebook.

Imagine your world with a network of resources at your fingertips. The SRNA is listening to you and has heard you would like more educational opportunities that help you apply SRNA policy statements to bedside nursing. Now, all learning support will be centrally accessible through our new SRNA LeaRN program.

2015 Areas of Priority for the LeaRN program.*RN Scope of Practice*RN Specialty Practices*Continuing Competence Program

LeaRN is an initiative to:

1. Provide regular educational events for RNs and RN(NP)s

SRNA will publish a calendar of events for members. The calendar will include dates and times for presentations, discussion sessions, social media Q&A sessions, SRNA workshops and education days.

2. Support RNs and RN(NP)s in applying SRNA standards and policies to practice

SRNA is dedicated to providing education sessions for members in a manner that meets your needs. Regular use of case studies, involvement of direct care providers, information broken down into manageable pieces are all ways the SRNA is changing how we deliver education to ensure the focus is on how you need to receive the information.

3. Offer learning opportunities in a variety of ways

The SRNA has a desire to use more methods to connect with you. Recorded WebEx presentations, social media Q&A sessions, in-person presentations, workbooks and online learning modules are several of the ways we will offer educational opportunities through the Learning Academy.

4. Offer learning opportunities 24/7

We know you work around the clock, and so should the opportunities you have to engage in continuing competence activities. The SRNA is expanding the availability of online resources so you have access to the information you need when you need it.

5. Expand the Workplace Educator role

The Workplace Educator role has been a part of the SRNA since 2010. Workplace Educators are RNs you work with every day who can help you apply SRNA standards, code of ethics and a variety of guidelines to your practice. Saskatchewan is a big province and we need more SRNA members to take on this role. Click here for more information.

Look for more information about this program over the next several months. The official launch is planned during the 2015 Annual Meeting and Conference. We look forward to learning with you.


SRNA LeaRNTerri Belcourt, RN Nursing Advisor, Learning & Engagement


FastWho is the Investigation Committee?

The committee is made up of three RNs and two Public Representatives appointed by SRNA Council. They are the decision-makers in any investigation. A RN investigator is responsible for conducting the investigation on behalf of the Investigation Committee.

When is an investigation launched?

A written report or complaint is received by the SRNA making allegations of professional incompetence and/or misconduct about a member of the association. The definitions of professional incompetence and professional misconduct arise from The Registered Nurses Act, 1988 and are outlined in the Competence Assurance Process brochure (http://www.srna.org /images/stories/pdfs/competence_assurance/complaints_handling.pdf )

What will my practice be judged against in an investigation?

The foundation of RN practice and an investigation are based on: The Registered Nurses Act, 1988, SRNA Bylaws, standards and competencies, and code of ethics.

Investigation Committee & the Competence Assurance Process


FactsHow will I know if I am under investigation?

Yes – the member who is the subject of a written report or complaint will be notified and asked to provide a written response to the allegations regarding his/her nursing practice. Additional information about responding to a written report is outlined in Responding to a Report Submitted About My Nursing Practice brochure (http://www.srna.org /images /stories /pdfs /competence_assurance/responding.pdf )

Will the SRNA provide me with a lawyer?

No – if a member is represented by a union (example) he/she can contact the union to inquire about legal assistance. A waiver to legal counsel will be provided to all members. The waiver to legal counsel can be revoked at any time during an investigation.

How long does an investigation take?

The Investigation Committee’s goal is to render a decision within a 4 month period, from the time the written report or complaint is received to the time that the committee meets and makes a decision in the case. Investigation length is dependent on receiving the written response from the member, collection of documents (as needed), and completion of interviews.

How will I know what is going on in the investigation?

The SRNA investigator will keep in contact with the member and/or the lawyer regarding the status. If a member has a lawyer all communication will be primarily provided to the legal counsel.

What are the decisions the Investigation Committee could make in an investigation?

Dismissal of the case; Letter of Guidance; Consensual Resolution Agreement; or referral to a Discipline Hearing before a Discipline Committee. The report writer/complainant, the member, his/her lawyer, SRNA Council and the Discipline Committee are provided with a copy of the de-identified Written Report of the Investigation Committee.

To learn more about the Competence Assurance Process, Investigation and Discipline please see the SRNA web site at http://www.srna.org/index.php/rn-competence.


105 Number of Active Investigations Launched

94Number of Decisions made by the Investigation Committee

58%Written Reports from the Public

33%Written Reports from Employers

26 %Investigations resulting in a Letter of Guidance

21%Investigations resulting in a Consensual Resolution Agreement with conditions and/or restrictions on a member’s license.

26%‘Survey Says’ Voluntary Questionnaire Participant Response Rate

90% Participant Response - the Competence Assurance Process was Fair & Unbiased

59%Participant Response – the Competence Assurance Process was Timely

81%Participant Response – the Competence Assurance Process was Transparent

75%Participant Response – the Competence Assurance Process was Effective

94%Participant Response on ‘Survey Says’– the Competence Assurance Process was Confidential

To learn more about the work of the Investigation Committee, please review the SRNA 2014 Annual Report to be released May 2015.

Investigation Committee 2014

To learn more about the voluntary questionnaire ‘Survey Says’ on the Competence Assurance Process, please see the SRNA web site at http://www.srna.org/index.php/rn-competence


CNSA Student ConferenceKylie Kelso, Marketing & Communications Specialist

U of S College of Nursing Regina Campus Hosts National Nursing ConferenceThe University of Saskatchewan (U of S) College of Nursing Regina Campus hosted a national nursing conference January 28 through 31, attracting more than 400 nursing students and nursing professionals to the city of Regina.

Justin Eisenkirch, third year U of S nursing student and CNSA National Conference Director looks forward to the Canadian Nursing Students’ Association (CNSA) National Conference each year. “The annual conference is an event that hundreds of nursing students look forward to every year,” said Eisenkirch. “When I attended the conference in Vancouver last year, I left with a new found motivation and enthusiasm for my education and future career. I couldn’t wait to bring the conference to Regina this year; I wanted my cohorts to be able to experience how motivating it is to be surrounded by hundreds of nursing students from across Canada.”

Over the course of the four days, attendees had the opportunity to participate in six hands on workshops, listen to six keynote speakers and interact with exhibitors from all branches of health care.

“During the workshops and keynote presentations, fellow nursing students were empowered to reach their full potential,” said Eisenkirch. “They were not only encouraged to empower themselves, but also learned how to empower the many people they will help throughout their nursing career.”

When asked about the overall success of the conference, Justin said, “Being the National Conference Director was an amazing experience, but it is nothing compared the satisfaction I felt when I was able to see my cohorts from across the country learning and interacting with the other future leaders from across Canada.”

The University of Saskatchewan Regina Campus was proud to be the newest chapter school in the history of the CNSA to be awarded the prestigious National Conference. “It was a great opportunity to showcase our campus, as we are still relatively new in Regina and a lot of people still don’t know the U of S offers the full nursing degree not only in Saskatoon, but in Regina, Prince Albert, Yorkton, La Ronge and Ile-a-la-Crosse,” said Eisenkirch.

CNSA National Conference Director and planning committee members at the National Team debate


Master of Nursing - Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program (CNPP)

The University of Regina and Saskatchewan Polytechnic are pleased to offer the CNPP. The CNPP is delivered entirely in an online format with the exception of a mandatory week-long residency expectation in the first year (April, 2016). The deadline to apply is April 30, 2015. For detailed program information, please go to: http://www.sasknursingdegree.ca/cnpp/. http://www.uregina.ca/gradstudies/programs/nursing.html or email [email protected]

University of Saskatchewan - Graduate Programs in Nursing

The University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing offers graduate level programs in Nursing – Master of Nursing (February 15th), Master of Nursing Nurse Practitioner (deadline January 15) and PhD Nursing (February 15th). More information is available at http://www.usask.ca/nursing/admission/graduate.php and through the graduate program Academic Advisor ( [email protected] or 306.966.6221).

Update your interest sheet

Login to https://www.srna.bz/login-new-account-logout and updated your SRNA interest sheets: https://www.srna.bz/customerservice/topics-of-interest

Saskatchewan Polytechnic needs your help!

To help Canadian workers acquire the skills necessary to fill these open positions, Saskatchewan Polytechnic is considering a formal certificate program and would like your feedback about the skills and topics you think the program should cover. This survey will take approximately 5 to 10 minutes to complete. Your response will remain confidential and anonymous. Thank you for your time! http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/1962320/Saskatchewan-Occupational-Health-Nursing-Practicing-Nurses

Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute Inc.-free webinars

www.ctrinstitute.com/webinars

Canadian Nurses Association-Code of Ethics

http://www.cna-aiic.ca/en/on-the-issues/best-nursing/nursing-ethics

Canadian Nurses Protective Society-Webinars

http://www.cnps.ca/index.php?m=234&page=22

Resources

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We salute all nurses in the province for your ongoing dedication and commitment to the profession of nursing and the people you care for. Your efforts contribute to the quality of life and health care within the province and impact the education of our nursing students.

Advance Your CareerAvailable on a full or part-time basis through distance education, our continuing nursing education programs and courses allow you to maintain your employment and family responsibilities while furthering your education.

Learn more at saskpolytech.ca/nursing.

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE Critical Care NursingDiabetes Education for Health Care Professionals

Perioperative Nursing/RN

APPLIED CERTIFICATENursing Re-entryOrientation to Nursing in Canada for Internationally Educated Nurses

CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSESCervical Screening workshopClinical Drug Therapy courseFoot Care: Principles and Practices course

Leadership and Management in Perioperative/Medical Device Reprocessing

Mental Health coursesHealth Assessment courseIUD Insertion for NPs workshopNursing Management and Leadership course

Principles of Nursing Practice for Outpatient Procedures course

Radiology Interpretation for NPs workshop

saskpolytech.ca

SCHOOL OF NURSING saskpolytech

The Co-op Refinery Complex, located in Regina, Saskatchewan, is currently recruiting for a tempo-rary Occupational Health Nurse for approximately one year. We are looking for individuals who share our core principles of safety, equipment integrity, environmental stewardship and quality assurance.

Please visit our complete job posting at www.coopconnection.ca for more details.

If you wish to explore this exciting opportunity, please forward your application and post-secondary transcripts by fax or email no later than Friday, April 17, 2015.

TEMPORARY OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE


Looking Forward: SRNA 100 Year Anniversary

In 2017 the SRNA will celebrate 100 years as an Association. If you are interested in joining the planning committee, please contact the SRNA at [email protected].

Medication Administration Decision Making Framework – In the Process

Approximately 15 % of the practice calls received since 2013 are directly related to medication administration. The SRNA team is taking a forward thinking approach for the revisions to the 2007 SRNA Medication Administration document. The vision is to move the current document towards a Medication Administration Decision Making Framework.

Events

There are many events, workshops and conferences that SRNA members can take part in. For an update list, please go to http://www.srna.org/index.php/events for more information.

SRNA Directory can be found online at:

http://www.srna.org/index.php/about-us/contact-us

Resources Continued

Learn Where YOU LiveOur programs are available distributively.

usask.ca/nursing College of Nursing

*Program is offered as face to face instruction at the Saskatoon Campus only.

Take it to

the Next Level… … with U of S College of Nursing Graduate Studies.

. Master of Nursing (MN)

. Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (NP)

. Post-Graduate Nurse Practitioner Certificate (NP)

. Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD)*

Saskatchewan Collaborative Programs in Nursing

Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina have partnered to offer two unique nursing education programs that provide students with real-world nursing experience paired with academic excellence.

University of Regina and Sask Polytech collaborative programs:

Ÿ Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Four-year direct-entry from high school and post-secondary entry options prepare students to become registered nurses. An acceleration option in Regina and Saskatoon enables students to complete their degree in three years. Clinical labs, simulation learning and clinical practice education are incorporated into each year of the program. The program is offered in Regina, Saskatoon and Swift Current, using blended learning including on-campus, interactive video, and online approaches.

Ÿ Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program – Two-year (full-time) or four-year (part-time) study options at the graduate level for baccalaureate educated registered nurses (RNs) offered via online distance education. Students participate in a one-week residency lab in Regina and complete 702 hours of clinical practice in approved sites close to home. Students graduate with a Master’s of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) degree.

www.sasknursingdegree.ca

Partnership for change


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