Nursing News Fall 2017

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ANNIVERSARY YEAR HIGHLIGHTS l Reflections and progress l International connections l Learning and research

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Inside Nursing News Celebrating the past and inspiring new beginnings.. 2 SPICE revs up interest as it matches learning with fun................................3 Nursing students successful in international competition........................4 Research team focuses on addressing gaps for refugees...............................5 A Dean’s devotion - a legacy to reflect upon.....6 SRNA award recipients named in anniversary year................8 National conference focuses on practical nurse education................9 Students welcomed to After Degree Nursing Program.............................10 Expanded delivery model for SCBScN meets needs of students in community......................... 11 Specialty Nursing options align with community and health region needs....... 12 Wipf recipient of 2017 Deans’ Award .................. 13 Sharma honoured for accomplishments............ 14 Master of Nursing Nurse Practitioner graduates 2017 ............... 15 Practical Nursing students international nursing experience in Uganda... 16 COVER: Dr. Netha Dyck with Navneet Kaur, SCBScN Regina student and School of Nursing 50th Anniversary fashion show model.

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN

Celebrating the past and inspiring new beginnings It has been an inspiring and celebratory 50th anniversary year for the School of Nursing. Together we have reflected on the progress and success of our students, alumni, faculty and staff, honouring the evolution of our profession through each era.

As we wind down this historical year, I am confident the School of Nursing will continue to build upon its success and accomplishments with many celebrations over decades ahead.

This issue of Nursing News captures some of our year-end highlights. We continually strive to contribute to a greater world.

Our convocation ceremonies reminded us of our students’ daily focus and dedication to establishing nursing careers.

Awards such as those noted from the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association (SRNA) underscore the quality of programs and leadership in our School of Nursing.

Over the year, many students and faculty have expanded their horizons with international student experiences in locations such as Uganda, Ukraine, Mexico, China, South Korea, and Spain. Related to this learning is ongoing research, including a current initiative to better understand how we can support and meet requirements for newcomers in our community.

In addition, understanding how we all work together in a shared health care environment is key, and engagement in activities such as “SPICE” make that awareness fun and accessible.

Our practical learning model focuses on meeting the needs of the workplace.

Course offerings continue to evolve to meet real needs in the community.

With progress, there is always change.

For me personally, this is true as beginning in February, I will continue my career as the Dean of the College of Nursing at www.saskpolytech.ca / 1-866-467-4278

Netha Dyck, dean of Nursing the University of Manitoba. Leaving my role at Sask Polytech is a difficult decision as it has been an honour to provide leadership as dean of the School of Nursing for the past twelve years, as well as the School of Health Sciences for the past year.

It has been a privilege and a pleasure working together with our amazing team of leaders, faculty and staff in the delivery of quality education to our inspiring students. This team has developed a new program or expanded existing programs in each of the past twelve years. This includes the establishment of state-of-the-art simulation centres, and Sask Polytech’s first independent degree program, the Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing. The development of a strong partnership with the University of Regina resulted in the establishment of the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, a masters of nursing, nurse practitioner program.

I have enjoyed collaborating with colleagues within Sask Polytech and with our partner organizations and communities. I will miss working together with you.

I take the opportunity to thank you for your contribution to the School and our profession of nursing. Together, regardless of location and role, we will remain connected and committed to our profession. Wishing everyone the best in 2018. l

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INTERPROFESSIONAL LEARNING

SPICE revs up interest as it matches learning with fun What began as an idea has gained momentum with plans for the fourth annual event in 2018 already on the horizon.

The third annual Saskatchewan Polytechnic Interprofessional Challenge Event (SPICE) took place across the Regina and Parkway Campuses on September 30. The ‘Amazing Race’ format featured interprofessional student teams of five racing across campus completing exciting emergency scenarios and other complex tasks involving clients, patients, and simulation exercises.

SPICE stations included: handwashing with glo-germ challenge; library research challenge; transfer/lift/reposition of a patient from the auto body shop to the dental clinic challenge; four directions medicine wheel challenge; performing CPR in a moving ambulance challenge; ambulance driving challenge; and a dementia awareness tour challenge.

Working alongside students from within other professions, the interprofessional health care teams gain diverse professional perspectives and opportunities while collaborating and sharing knowledge and skills to race to the finish.

Event coordinator Stacey Shand says this year more than 100 students from seven programs took part in the highly successful academically-focused event.

“Each challenge station ensures there are learning objectives established based on Sask Polytech curriculum,” says Shand. “The support of faculty and students from planning to attending is so encouraging. Students feel a real sense of spirit and have a far

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The scenarios allowed us to look at different professions from a perspective that we may never be able to outside of this experience. —Student

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greater understanding of their colleagues’ roles in delivering health care services.”

The activity aligns seamlessly with Sask Polytech’s vision of providing students with interprofessional experience.

“Understanding builds trust,” says Shand. “Moving through real-life experience provides empathy amongst colleagues and opens communication. We are encouraged by the growth of the program and are considering ways of building it forward for 2018.”

Congratulations to all the teams involved in the race. Special mention goes to the winning team, Gloved and Loaded, who gained the highest points of the morning by completing the tasks most accurately.

Thank you to the faculty, staff and volunteers for your dedication of time and energy: Stacey Shand (IPE Coordinator), Marla Fraser (Practical Nursing), Kathy White (Psychiatric Nursing), Susan Howell (Psychiatric Nursing), Dean Lefebvre (Dental Hygiene), Patti Manson (SCBScN), Greg Riehl (ANSAP), Carrie Allen (SCBScN), Beverlee Ziefflie (Practical Nursing), Yvonne Harris (SCBScN), Tracy Crocker (Practical Nursing), Daria Biasotto (Practical Nursing), Diane Zerr (Library), Ken Exner (Sim Centre), Chris Isted (Sim Centre), Emily Harder (Sim Centre), Robin McKay Ganshorn (Dental Assisting), Trish Gottselig (Dental Assisting), Simulation Centre team, and numerous volunteers. l

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SPICE took place on Orange Shirt Day (also September 30). It is a day to recognize the impacts of residential schools and an opportunity to set the stage for anti-racism and anti-bullying policies for the coming school year. Student teams were provided orange t-shirts instead of the regular white t-shirts for their team identification and building exercises.

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EXPERIENCE IN SHANGHAI

Nursing students successful in international competition Macarena Castro-Munoz and Jenna Sack, fourth year students in the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN)* program, placed third in the seventh annual Shanghai International Nursing Skills Competition on November 11, 2017.

The students say the experience was unique and they received a warm welcome.

Sack said having the opportunity to work alongside students from across the world was enlightening and gave her an appreciation for nurses everywhere.

“The Shanghai University of Medicine and Health Sciences treated us very well,” says Sack. “I am incredibly grateful for the experience and opportunity to compete and learn on an international level.”

Macarena Castro-Munoz agrees saying the experience enriched her education and made her appreciate nursing as a profession even more.

“Nursing is beautiful and I am very proud to have chosen this path,” says Castro-Munoz. “Learning internationally helped me be more culturally sensitive and I was able to meet amazing nursing students from around the world. It was an incredible experience for which I will be forever grateful. Thank you to Saskatchewan Polytechnic for making this possible and giving me the opportunity to grow not only as a nursing student but as an individual.”

The event was organized by the Shanghai Nursing Education Group and Shanghai Nursing Association and hosted by the Shanghai University of Medicine and Health Sciences. The aim was to showcase the nursing skills of participants and to increase public awareness of nursing care in Shanghai and promote the improvement of nursing vocational education in China and abroad.

There were three divisions participating: an overseas group consisting of 15

L to R: Jenna Sack, Stacy Hunt (faculty), and Macarena Castro-Munoz teams from Canada, United States, Great Britain, Chinese Taiwan, Australia, Norway, Netherlands, Finland and Denmark.

An international team from the host university also competed in this category and consisted of a Chinese student and a registered nurse from the United States.

The two other divisions included a domestic school group consisting of six teams and a domestic hospital group consisting of 11 teams. Each team consisted of two participants. Experienced nurses competed against students in this competition.

Contestants were judged by American and Chinese faculty from the host university using an objective simulated clinical exam with live actors portraying patients and family members. Each team was required to display therapeutic communication, and perform a focused assessment, patient repositioning techniques, nursing procedures, patient and family education, and documentation.

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“It was a joy to listen to students from other countries describe how excited they are to begin their careers and how proud they are to be nursing students,” says Hunt. “No matter what country they were representing, they all expressed a desire to make a positive difference in the lives of patients and families.”

“It was an honour to represent Saskatchewan Polytechnic and to accompany the students to this event.

Macarena and Jenna were excellent ambassadors of the SCBScN program, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, our province and our country. They demonstrated a high level of professionalism, skills, and knowledge and by doing so, showcased the SCBScN program as a world leader in nursing education,” adds Hunt.

“I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the dean of the School of Nursing, Dr. Netha Dyck, as well as the SCBScN leadership team for this opportunity. Thank you to my Saskatoon colleagues, Robyn Kobussen and Sheri McCrystal, for their invaluable assistance with preparing the students for this event.” l *Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) program is offered jointly by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina.

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RESEARCH

Research team focuses on addressing gaps for refugees A research team studying how to maintain and create social networks that affect the mental health and well-being of refugees in Saskatchewan has begun their work.

Leading the research are Dr. Sarah Kostiuk-Linford, principal investigator, and research chair, and Jayne Naylen Horbach, lead co-investigator. Both are Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN)* faculty members.

Kostiuk-Linford says social support networks play an essential role in a person’s mental health and well-being because they can affect a person’s ability to access health services.

“When refugees emigrate from their home countries their social networks are disrupted,” says Kostiuk-Linford.

“The mental illness among refugees is high and they are less likely to access health care services when needed for a variety of reasons. Thus, there is a need to explore the mental health needs of refugees in Saskatchewan.”

Naylen Horbach says this project will collect data from the refugee community at the Regina Open Door Society (RODS) to explore the perceived needs of this population and how social networking affects their mental health and well-being. It will lead to discovering and learning more about the social connections that refugees use and need to maintain their mental health and overall wellness. The five refugee groups are from Burundi, Congo, Syria, Eritrea, and Bhutan.

“Input will also be collected from key members in the health care system who work with refugees in Saskatchewan when advocating for the appropriate interventions to address gaps in services,” says Naylen Horbach. “The hope is to improve patient outcomes and health services among the refugee community in Saskatchewan.”

“I feel privileged to have met so many of these clients/families and to have grown as a professional from my experience in working with the refugee and immigrant clients and staff at Regina Open Door Society (RODS),” adds Naylen Horbach.

“When I go home from teaching clinical at RODS, I feel rejuvenated and empowered to make a difference and to help in any way I can. We are so lucky to be Canadian!”

Kostiuk-Linford says identifying the social networking needs of refugees can lead to the development of effective interventions or improvements to existing services to address these needs and improve the mental health and well-being of refugees, which in turn may increase satisfaction with care, and reduce health care costs.

“We hope our research inspires nurse educator colleagues to advance their knowledge about teaching cultural competence and encourage them to find innovative ways to allow students the opportunity to care for refugee clients at some point in their undergraduate nursing education,” adds Kostiuk-Linford.

This is not the first time for the KostiukLinford and Naylen Horbach team to partner with their research. They have taught courses on cultural safety and culturallycompetent care within the community in the SCBScN program. The clinical course on community health provides nursing students with the theory and practice education, population health and community partnership models.

RODS partners of the research team include: Laura Strong, co-investigator, Dhaka Tiwari, Karen Baily-Dubois, and Lili Htoo. Other members include: June Anonson, co-investigator from Sask Polytech Institute for Nursing Scholarship, Jade Anderson, co-investigator, Sask Polytech Institute for Nursing Scholarship; and research assistants Jenna Kornberger and Serena Yee. l www.saskpolytech.ca / 1-866-467-4278

L to R: Jayne Naylen Horbach with Sarah Kostiuk-Linford Throughout Sarah and Jayne’s nursing careers they have had the opportunity to care for refugees and immigrants and most importantly they have had the opportunity to learn from this unique group of clients.

While some of the stories of refugees' journeys to Canada are very sad, Sarah and Jayne have also found them to be inspiring and motivating.

Some days they feel like they have traveled the world but never bought a ticket!

They reflect that some refugees are profoundly sad and stressed. After being in Canada for a short period of time they hear they want to go home to their family and friends they left behind …regardless of the war…they are sometimes desperate to connect with their family. This motivates Sarah and Jayne to help support this population and to create change in health services here in Canada to ensure that the necessary health services are available for the refugees and immigrants.

Sarah and Jayne see now more than ever that refugees are a vulnerable population who have some unique health needs and are especially in need of health education related to the social determinants of health and living in Canada. For the most part, refugees are accepting and grateful of any supports and care that is provided.

Through their research they are hoping to discover and learn more about the social connections that refugees use and need to maintain their mental health and overall wellness.

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DEPARTURE ANNOUNCED

A Dean’s devotion - a legacy to reflect upon Dr. Netha Dyck, dean, School of Nursing for the past 12 years has announced her departure from Sask Polytech as of the end of January to pursue a new opportunity as Dean of the College of Nursing at the University of Manitoba. A graduate of the U of M herself, Netha is excited for the opportunity to return to where her career began.

Colleagues reflect that Netha’s contributions to Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the School of Nursing are too many to list. While all are significant, there are some that truly highlight her leadership throughout her time here.

One of the most significant initiatives was the development and implementation of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s inaugural degree program, the Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing (BPN) program, in 2014. The BPN prepares registered psychiatric nurses (RPNs) with advanced knowledge and skills in roles related to clinical practice, leadership, management, education and research.

The tremendous amount of work and collaboration that Netha dedicated to the development of a partnership with the University of Regina to offer the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) program and the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program (CNPP) are evident in the success of the partnership and success of the students in the programs.

In 2008, Netha led the Practical Nursing program in the implementation of a new 65 week, 4 semester curriculum resulting in a diploma exit credential. This change was in response to changes in health care delivery and better prepares

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Dr. Dyck is passionately committed to enhancing the responsiveness, accessibility and relevance of nursing education across the province of Saskatchewan and beyond. In her senior leadership role as Dean of the School of Nursing at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, she has greatly influenced our next generation of professional leaders.

- Anne Neufeld, Provost & Vice President, Academic, Sask Polytech

graduates to work to their full scope of practice while complying with the national competencies for licensed practical nurses (LPNs).

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The program was expanded by a further 81 seats throughout the province, including the establishment of Practical Nursing at the Sask Polytech Saskatoon campus and a full-time online program.

Partnerships with First Nations communities were also formed to allow students to pursue their education in their home communities and advance their opportunities for success.

Leading the way in innovation in education, Netha oversaw the launch of a stateof-the-art interprofessional simulation learning centre at the Regina campus in 2008. The introduction of simulation technology allows students to practice a range of health care and critical thinking skills in a near-to-real environment in a variety of scenarios. Since the launch of the simulation centre in Regina, Netha has overseen the establishment of new simulation centres at the Prince Albert and Saskatoon campuses.

Under Netha’s leadership, Saskatchewan’s first and only Internationally

From her innovative leadership and management style, to her commitment to academic excellence, professional development, continuing education, strategic planning, policy development, to name a few, Dr. Netha Dyck is the consummate professional. More than this, she is one who cares deeply for the success of her students, faculty and staff. She has made both a positive and extraordinary impact at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, an impact that will remain for decades to come.

- Larry Rosia, President & CEO, Sask Polytech

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Educated Nurses (IEN) Assessment Centre was opened at the Regina campus in 2008. Internationally educated nurses could now be assessed to determine whether or not they meet SRNA standards and foundation competencies; those that required bridging take courses through the Orientation to Nursing in Canada for Internationally Educated Nurses program.

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Netha is recognized provincially and nationally as a leader in nursing education. Her extraordinary wisdom and grace as Dean, School of Nursing and School of Health Sciences, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, has been instrumental in their graduates being recognized for their knowledge and skills. She is a valued senior nurse leader and has worked tirelessly to advance nursing in Saskatchewan.

We’ll miss her!

- Carolyn Hoffman, RN, Executive Director, Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association

Netha's embodiment and role modeling of excellence and integrity in nursing education has spurred hundreds and thousands of students to embody those same principles in their nursing practice. The healthcare fields and all of its facets is better for patients and families as a result.

- Fred Entz, student, SCBScN

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6 I have had the pleasure of working with Dr. Netha Dyck since April 1, 2011. Netha has been an extraordinary colleague. Her commitment to the success of the SCBScN program has been unwavering in her role as Dean, School of Nursing. Netha capably represented the School of Nursing in both the SCBScN and CNPP programs. I am indebted to Netha--for her vision and tireless efforts to foster a strong partnership with the Faculty of Nursing, University of Regina. And so, it is with mixed feelings that I say farewell to Netha; I am excited for the opportunities that will be afforded to Netha in her role as Dean, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba. However, I am saddened to lose such a wonderful colleague from the nursing education landscape in Saskatchewan.

- david Gregory, Professor and Dean, Faculty of Nursing, University of Regina.

Netha’s contributions to nursing education in Saskatchewan are significant and will be noted for many years to come. Netha’s approach has been consistently professional and collaborative. Thank you Netha for your role in supporting the Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses in protecting the people of Saskatchewan with the delivery of exceptional foundational Practical Nursing education.

- Lynsay Nair LPN, Executive Director, Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses

students to complete clinical rotations in Colima, Mexico; Herbertpur, India; Ternopil, Ukraine; and Kampala, Uganda. She has also supported students to compete in the International Nursing Skills Competition in Shanghai, China.

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Netha’s passion for research and lifelong learning are evident in her dedication to supporting her team of faculty in staff in research and professional development.

In 2009, she established the Institute for Nursing Scholarship (INS). Based on the Boyer Model of Nursing Scholarship, the INS contributes to the ongoing development of new nursing knowledge; facilitates the integration, application and synthesis of existing theoretical and clinical knowledge; and ensures the School of Nursing continues to offer access to the highest standard of nursing education.

Over her years with the School of Nursing, Netha worked tirelessly to expand the School in all areas. In response to industry needs, she worked with expert faculty to develop new programs in Psychiatric Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Emergency Nursing, Occupational Health Nursing and Medical Device Reprocessing and to expand existing programs in Perioperative Nursing and Practical Nursing.

With student success as her driving priority, Netha fully supports student endeavors in leadership, research and professional development. She encourages and supports student participation in research and involvement and leadership in local, regional and national nursing student associations. She fully supported international experiences for

In 2016, an organizational change at Sask Polytech saw Netha become the Dean of the School of Health Sciences, in addition to her role as the Dean of the School of Nursing. Netha welcomed the School of Health Sciences and its 18 programs to her portfolio and even in a short time, succeeded in changing the exit credential for the Pharmacy Technician program to a diploma, as well as successfully implementing the MLT expansion.

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• SIAST Nursing Division received the Elizabeth Van Valkenburg Millennium Award for Leadership in Nursing Education from the SRNA (2006) • NEPS SDEO received the SIAST President’s Award of Excellence (2006) • SIAST Nursing Division was the recipient of the Saskatchewan Healthcare Excellence Award for Leadership (2007) • IEN Assessment Centre received the SIAST Innovation Award (2009) • Psychiatric Nursing program received the Award for Education Excellence from the RPNAS (2010)

In 2017, the School of Nursing celebrated its 50th Anniversary. Netha hosted celebration events in Regina and Saskatoon for alumni, faculty, staff and students to gather and celebrate the success and growth of the School over the past 50 years. With student success in mind, Netha developed the School of Nursing Legacy Trust as a way to commemorate the 50th Anniversary while providing funds for student scholarships for years to come. More than $50,000 has been raised throughout the anniversary year and the fund continues to grow.

• North American Higher Mobility Project received the SIAST Innovation Award (2010)

TEAM AWARDS

Her personal awards and achievements include commendations that reflect accomplishments in nursing and women’s leadership, academic accomplishments, management and administration at local, national and international levels. l

Netha is proud of her team of faculty and staff and has recognized and celebrated dozens of individual and team achievements throughout the years.

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• Psychiatric Nursing program team received the SIAST President’s Award of Excellence (2011) • Perioperative Nursing programs and Saskatoon Health Region received the SAHO Green Ribbon Award in the Surgical Initiative category (2011)

PERSONAL AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

I have always found Netha to be the consummate professional – always respectful, innovative, ethical, accountable and demonstrating integrity in all that she does. Her tireless commitment to excellence, attention to building an environment that supports student success and her inclusive leadership style has fostered student and faculty involvement in program development, implementation and evaluation. She is known as a visionary nursing leader and academic administrator who manages multiple nursing programs, while constantly striving to meet the changing needs within the province. She will be missed.

- Mary Martin-Smith, Chief Nursing Officer, Saskatchewan Ministry of Health

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SRNA AWARDS 2017

SRNA award recipients named in anniversary year

L to R: Dr. Anne Neufeld, provost and vice president, academic, with award recipients Sharon Dixon, Madeline Press, Fred Entz, Netha Dyck, June Anonson, and Norma Wildeman Awards were presented to current and former faculty as well as one of our Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN)* students at the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association (SRNA) annual awards on May 3, 2017.

CONGRATULATIONS TO: • Fred Entz, SCBScN Saskatoon student, received 2017 Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association Ruth Hicks Award for Student Leadership.

• June Anonson, director, Institute for Nursing Scholarship, received the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association Centennial Diamond Award (Present category: Education/Research).

• Sharon Dixon, curriculum coordinator, SCBScN Saskatoon, received the 2017 Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association Elizabeth Van Valkenburg Award for Excellence in Nursing Education.

• Netha Dyck, dean, received the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association Centennial Diamond Award (Present category: Management/Administration).

• Madeline Press, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon, received the 2017 Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association Effie Feeny Award for Excellence in Nursing Research.

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• Norma Wildeman, former program head, Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan (NEPS) Regina, received the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association Centennial Diamond Award (Past category: Registered nurse who has retired from the profession).

• Yvonne Brown, former dean, College of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan, and faculty in the School of Nursing at Sask Polytech, was acknowledged in the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association Memorial Book. Yvonne passed away in March 2016. l *Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) program is offered jointly by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina.

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CAPNE CONFERENCE

National conference focuses on practical nurse education Sask Polytech School of Nursing, Practical Nursing program hosted the two-day national annual conference of the Canadian Association of Practical Nurse Educators (CAPNE) on October 18 to 20 in Saskatoon.

CAPNE is the national voice of practical nurse education in Canada. The annual conference, with more than 100 registrants, provides motivation, inspiration, and relevant topics in current practical nursing education. The conference was last held in Saskatchewan in 2008.

Over the two days, the conference theme of ‘Looking beyond the horizon: the changing dynamics of practical nurse education’, provided focused sessions on: preparing students to navigate the dynamic health care environment; Indigenization of practical nurse education; and meeting the diverse learner needs: strategies for success.

Netha Dyck, dean, School of Nursing, commended the conference planning committee led by Karen Ullyott, program head, Practical Nursing, Prince Albert Campus.

“This was an excellent conference with keynotes from distinguished leaders and renowned experts and offered opportunities for networking and collaboration,” says Dyck.

Billy-Jo Howe, academic chair, Practical Nursing, praised the committee and many volunteers who worked diligently to ensure CAPNE 2017 was a success.

“The conference gives practical nurse educators an opportunity to come together to share best practices, teaching strategies and network with colleagues from across the country,” says Howe.

Conference keynote speakers included Dr. Marilyn H. Oermann on Evidence to

Sask Polytech has been a member of CAPNE since the organization was formed in 2000. Each province has a representative that serves on the board. Currently Sask Polytech Practical Nursing program head Karen Ullyott chairs the board.

Guide Your Teaching and Assessment in Nursing Education; Dr. Mark Taylor on Understanding and Teaching Today’s Learners; and Dr. Kathie Lasater on Developing and Assessing Clinical Judgement - Bridges to Excellence.

“Both the keynote and concurrent speakers were very well received; conference participants were engaged and enthusiastic during each presentation and many shared positive remarks on the quality and relevance of the speakers,” Howe notes.

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tations on clinical practice, as this is one of the most challenging areas to instruct in the Practical Nursing program.

“CAPNE 2017 was the first conference I have been at where I felt I gained relevant knowledge at all sessions and presentations, that I or my staff could bring back and implement in our/their jobs,” says Lambe. l

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ADNP

Students welcomed to After Degree Nursing Program Eighteen students entered the SCBScN After Degree Nursing Program (ADNP) in September. The students come to the program with a wide range of educational backgrounds such as psychology, science and engineering.

Christa MacLean, academic chair, SCBScN Regina Campus, says admission to the program is open from October 1 to February 15 each academic year. Admission is based on a competitive entry process. The program is offered jointly by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina.

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Students enrolled in the SCBScN After Degree Nursing Program come from a variety of educational backgrounds. the lives of clients, families and communities and will work as valuable members of the health care team.”

ADNP students are able to access services and experience student life offered at both institutions.

Students admitted to the SCBScN ADNP complete a variation of the regular SCBScN program in six consecutive terms or two calendar years. There are 87 credit hours in the SCBScN After Degree Nursing Program. This includes one non-nursing course; the remainder are nursing courses.

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Twenty-eight seats are available in Regina only.

Order a bracelet by December 15 and be entered to win a pair of matching earrings.

To order, call or email Natasha at 306-659-3845 or natasha.stefaniuk@saskpolytech.ca.

Proceeds go to the School of Nursing Legacy Trust to support student scholarships.

All other donations to the Legacy Trust accepted by emailing Barb Bissonnette at barb.bissonnette@saskpolytech.ca.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants who have completed an approved university degree must meet the following criteria: • Successful completion of an approved university degree with a minimum UGPA of 70%. There is no restriction on the degree area; • Meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for the SCBScN program; and • Successful completion of the admission requirement courses (BIOL 110 & BIOL 111; min grade of 60% OR KIN 261 & KIN 262 (min grade of 60%) OR KIN 260, 267 (min grade of 60%), KIN 268 (min grade of 60%) and English 100 level, Statistics 100 level, Indigenous Health Studies 100 or Indigenous Studies 100. l

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PARTNERSHIP IN NORTH BATTLEFORD

Expanded delivery model for SCBScN meets needs of students in community A partnership between North West College, Prairie North Health Region, Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina has resulted in the expansion of the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN)* program to North Battleford.

Beginning in September 2018, up to 16 students from the North Battleford area who have entered year one of the SCBScN program will take their first three years in Saskatoon and complete their fourth year in North Battleford. Recruiting local students from their home community will enable the collaborative nursing program to meet local labour market needs.

Dr. Netha Dyck, dean of the School of Nursing, says the revised SCBScN program delivery model demonstrates innovation and flexibility and provides a cost-effective way to meet the needs of students right in their community.

“The development of this program is the culmination of a successful pilot project the partners undertook in the fall of 2016 and will serve as a model that can be used in other communities across Saskatchewan,” says Dyck. “Together with our partners we continue to meet our commitment to deliver nursing education to meet the needs of local communities in Saskatchewan.”

Advantages of the this delivery model include allowing the students to complete the program in three or three and a half years, returning to a community close by and meeting workforce needs in the region.

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L to R: Courtney Heck, Kelsey Kleiter, Shannon Iverson (faculty) , Dalena Songer, and Sarah Broadfoot, students and employers in their community.

Chris Barlow, academic chair of the SCBScN at the Saskatoon site says the delivery model is very nimble.

“We have received very positive feedback from the community partners as well as the students who participated in the pilot,” notes Barlow.

As part of the pilot, students gained experience in acute in-patient care but also blazed a new trail promoting health at Connaught Community School in North Battleford. This placement has allowed the nursing students to advocate for and implement policies and programs positively affecting child development, while being respectful of the community’s culture and diversity.

North West has been advocating for a local registered nurse program delivery for quite some time and is pleased to see this opportunity for our local residents. This delivery model strategically aligns with our College and bring us closer to meeting the needs of our communities. —Tavia Laliberte, president and CEO of North West College

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Each term has built on the last in terms of programming and interventions.

“The nursing students have continued to work with the parents at the school to impact the social determinants of health,” says Barlow. “These programs also empowered the school children to develop their voice in unsafe situations, talk about issues pertaining to mental health and build positive coping skills.”

The nursing students also had the opportunity to work in a public health rotation where they participated in immunization clinics and home visits.

They built their experiential learning in primary health care by actively participating in the numerous services offered in the Prairie North Health Region.

Jen Kahl, vice principal, Connaught Community School welcomes the opportunity to work together.

“It has been a very positive experience for everyone involved,” says Kahl. “It is a win-win.” l

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CREDIT AND NON-CREDIT PROGRAMS

Specialty Nursing options align with community and health region needs A wide range of practical, tailored, credit or non-credit courses are easily accessible within the School of Nursing Specialty Nursing program offerings.

This focus reflects Sask Polytech’s priority of lifelong learning to help advance individuals in the workplace and meet the needs of their organizations and the broader community.

Eli Ahlquist, academic chair, Specialty Nursing programs within the School of Nursing, says the flexible delivery of credit courses, such as with the Emergency Nursing and the Diabetes Education for Health Care Professionals programs, make it more feasible for nurses to pursue learning options while working full time.

“At Sask Polytech, we work hard to remove any barriers to learning,” says Ahlquist. “We realize that offering a variety of programs and courses through distance education often make it more practical for individuals to achieve their career goals. This advances industry partnerships and benefits our clients.”

The Diabetes Education for Health Care Professionals program offers flexible start times, course sequencing and choice of clinical experience.

The online, distance-based program includes eight courses.

Ahlquist notes a number of faculty focus their applied research in areas that Sask Polytech develops and then offers.

Indigenization of program content is also a priority.

The institution’s holistic approach spans the continuum of both credit and noncredit programs.

Frankie Verville, program head, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program

(CNPP), says the program also offers continuing education to registered nurses leading to the designation of RN with Additional Authorized Practice (RN AAP).

“These courses prepare registered nurses to diagnose and treat limited common medical disorders as delineated by the ‘Clinical Decision Tools’ developed by the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association. RN AAPs provide care to clients, families and communities in isolated communities of Saskatchewan,” adds Verville.

The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program is offered as are additional skillbased courses such as venipuncture and cervical screening. The program is also moving forward on the development of other courses including insertion of intrauterine devices.

In addition to the Specialty Nursing program offerings within the School of Nursing, Sask Polytech also offers numerous individual credit and non-credit nursing courses through Extension in the Learning and Teaching Division.

The extension nursing courses can be taken for a variety of reasons that include bridging from Continuing Care Assistant to Practical Nursing, credit toward the Certificate to Diploma Practical Nursing program, Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses recommendations and requirements, or applied toward the education hours required for annual nursing licensure. Some course examples include: Care of the Patient with Lower Extremity Wounds, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mood Disorders, Leadership in Nursing, and Patient Safety.

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Students learning in Simulation lab developed in response to the needs of health professionals.

“We work together with health regions to identify areas where supplemental training could benefit the system,” describes Lendrum. “Some courses have regular intakes, while others may be ‘one-offs’ to meet a specific need. It is very rewarding to work with the professionals in the region to identify and fulfill their evolving needs.”

The continuing education consultant also works directly with Sask Polytech program areas, the health regions, and professional regulating bodies to develop custom curriculum that addresses the unique needs of practicing RNs, RPNs and LPNs across the province. l

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LISA WIPF

Wipf recipient of 2017 Deans’ Award CONNECT YOURSELF

L to R: Cindy Smith, associate dean, School of Nursing Sask Polytech, Lisa Wipf, Glenn Donnelly, associate dean, (Graduate) Faculty of Nursing, University of Regina

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The Deans' Award was established in 2016 to recognize the achievements of an outstanding Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program graduate. The award, a framed print of Indigenous artwork by artist Cliff Dubois, a member of the Pasqua First Nations, is presented to a student convocating from the program who completed their studies on a full-time basis. The criteria for this award include a final average of greater than 80% and demonstrated excellence in advanced nursing practice during their course of study.

• Saskatchewan Innovation and Opportunity Graduate Scholarship 2016 Winter;

The scholarship committee was challenged to choose a recipient, as there were a number of students who met the eligibility criteria for this award. The committee reflected on what constitutes nursing excellence in advanced nursing practice to make the decision.

• Northern Alberta Development Council Bursary Recipient; and the

Wipf currently resides in Fort McMurray, Alberta. She graduated from the University of Alberta in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and initially worked as an emergency response nurse on an oil site as well as in labour and delivery.

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Lisa began her nurse practitioner studies in 2015 and during her journey in the program has been the recipient of many awards, including: www.saskpolytech.ca / 1-866-467-4278

• Aboriginal Graduate Award Program - 2016 Winter; • Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research Graduate Scholarship - 2016 Spring/Summer; • Constance Jones Bursary for Students of Aboriginal Ancestry - 2016 Spring/Summer;

• Metis Local 1935 Bursary Recipient.

She has been a volunteer member of the Wood Buffalo Health advisory committee that advocates for the Fort McMurray health care needs.

Her next steps include transition into ownership of a pregnancy care clinic that provides patient-centred in-home prenatal visits with the hope of expanding to surrounding Indigenous communities to improve accessibility to prenatal care.

She will also begin working part time for a primary care family medical clinic. l

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AWARDS RECIPIENT

Sharma honoured for accomplishments Multi-award-winning graduate of the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN)* program, Shalla Sharma, was notably honoured for her academic achievements and contributions to the profession at the fall convocation ceremonies.

Sharma, who steadily demonstrated leadership throughout her studies, was presented three distinguished awards including the Deans’ Medal, Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association Gold Medal for Excellence in Clinical Practice and the Dr. Sheila Dresen Prize in Nursing.

Throughout her program she had also received numerous awards and scholarships for her academic excellence including the 2017 Saskatchewan Polytechnic Applied Research Scholarship, 2017 Saskatchewan Innovation Opportunity Scholarship International, the Academic Silver Scholarship and maintained standards on the Deans’ Honour list.

SHALLA REFLECTS “This journey through university has definitely changed me. Through ups and downs, I’ve enjoyed the learning and growth I’ve experienced, and the success I’ve found through diligence. I was quite involved, as I wanted to take advantage of some of the many opportunities offered to SCBScN students.

But as I continued to be involved, I started to see that I was also well equipped to be a voice for those who have not yet found their voice, to encourage others during hardship, and to draw people deeper into the understanding of who they were meant to be. I got involved where my gifts were suited—in encouragement of the first year students, or in taking teams to Canadian Nursing Students Association conferences, or even as a student representative of Saskatchewan Polytechnic to hospitals, universities, and business people in China and South Korea this past April. Being so involved was really incredible and I’m thankful for

Dr. Netha Dyck, dean, School of Nursing, commended Sharma for her dedication and setting an outstanding example within the profession.

“We are honoured to acknowledge Shalla’s contributions and are honoured she will continue to build her career focused on team collaboration and patient advocacy,” says Dyck.

During her studies she was an active volunteer, mentor and friend to many.

Robyn Kobussen, nursing advisor of the SCBScN program, says Shalla has been truly dedicated to lifelong learning and nursing, graduating with great distinction from the Practical Nursing program and continuing her studies to become an RN.

A former classmate and committee member, Fred Entz, has witnessed Sharma as a team player and worked with her as an official delegate for the Canadian Nursing Students’ Association where she advocated for her school and worked to provide knowledge and resources to students.

“I believe Shalla is someone who will impact the future of nursing,” says Entz.

“She has delivered many motivational and evidence-based presentations about various nursing-related topics to her classmates and instructors. She is a transformative and relational leader.” l

“Shalla is a wonderful ambassador for nursing students everywhere,” says Kobussen. “We know she will continue to foster positive and professional relationships throughout her career.”

the incredible paths which opened up for me to learn and to serve.

I usually throw myself wholeheartedly into what I do. I think this is because of the incredible people I spend time with—people who challenge me toward excellence. It is also because of my faith, which inspires me to complete my daily work as an act of gratefulness and worship. I also consider how my actions are affecting others.

I want to be a source of inspiration, especially since I’ve overcome a very difficult early life to get to where I am today. Perhaps that makes me more hungry for success, but it also makes me want to help others to overcome their limiting beliefs. This program has given me chances to work on my own beliefs as well as to motivate others.

Since completing the degree, I’ve passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and it is very www.saskpolytech.ca / 1-866-467-4278

Shalla Sharma, recipient of awards at fall convocation ceremonies satisfying to sign my name: “Shalla Sharma, RN BSN.” Currently, I’m working on a surgical floor and enjoying the break from homework responsibilities.

Spending time with my husband and geriatric cat is always a highlight. And as I consider the future, I know that it will very likely include additional formal learning. I'll also be looking to improve the lives of those around me.

I can validate others who have struggled to make it to where they’re currently at, and work to make it easier to succeed further. After all, everyone is fighting an unseen battle. I wish you, the reader, the absolutely greatest measure of success in your battle today! Thanks for taking the time to read a bit about me!”

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CNPP

Master of Nursing Nurse Practitioner graduates 2017

L to R: Sushila Pathak, Ashley Allen, Lisa Wipf, Taiwo Oyatoye, Arnold Esguerra, Erica Moir, Latoya Patterson, Nicole Scott, Tanay Hukee and Colleen Bouvier While changes within the health care system continue to evolve, interest in the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program (CNPP) also grows.

of knowledge and prepare graduates to work with families of all ages and focused to assist students achieve greatest possible success.”

The program, approved by the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association (SRNA) and launched in September 2014, is an online graduate level program offered through a joint partnership between Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina.

Graduates receive a Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Regina and are eligible for RN(NP) licensure after successful completion of the Canadian Nurse Practitioner examination.

Frankie Verville, program head for the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, says response to the program has been encouraging with more than 90 students enrolled to date.

“We believe the program is well-suited to meeting the needs of the workforce in the future,” says Verville. “Studies are designed to provide a broad base

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(NPs) into primary care through their commitment to ongoing funding of twenty-five seats in the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program (CNPP). In addition, the government consistently acknowledges the excellent care NPs provide in urban, rural and remote settings.

Nurse practitioners provide cost effective, comprehensive care to the people of Saskatchewan. They increase access in urban, rural and remote communities providing services to some of the most marginalized populations in the province. They work in multi-disciplinary teams with other health providers to develop and offer care. Research has shown that NPs improve patient outcomes, reduce health system costs, prevent admissions to hospital, reduce medication use in long term care and are integral in the management of chronic diseases. l

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BEYOND OUR BORDERS

Practical Nursing students international nursing experience in Uganda In April, two faculty members from Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Practical Nursing program accompanied five Practical Nursing students as they embarked on a five-week international experience as part of their leadership/ enrichment experience within the final semester of the program.

Billy-Jo Howe, academic chair, Practical Nursing, School of Nursing, says this is the fifth year of a continuing partnership between Sask Polytech and St. Francis Nsambya Training School in Kampala, Uganda.

“It has been a truly wonderful partnership that we hope to continue for years to come,” says Howe.

St. Francis Nsambya Hospital is a Roman Catholic 361-bed referral hospital that is highly involved with research and teaching. Clinical areas in which the Practical Nursing students gained experience were medicine, surgery, pediatrics, nursery, emergency department, labour and birth, diabetes clinic as well as both the adult and pediatric outpatient departments.

St. Francis Nsambya Training School and St. Francis Nsambya Hospital in Kampala provided an enriching acute care clinical setting for the Practical Nursing students to work alongside Ugandan nurses and nursing students in a professional cultural context. In addition to sharing the commonalities and differences of bedside nursing, knowledge transference also occurs with the Practical Nursing students attending lectures taught by local faculty and Sask Polytech faculty teaching the Ugandan nursing students.

For the second year, the Practical Nursing team partnered with Watoto Ministries to carry on their mission in Gulu, Uganda. The students personally witnessed the mission of Watoto ministries in meeting the needs of the

L to R: Linda Zacharias, Bev Ziefflie (faculty), Randell Belliveau, Lindsey Haapala, Rhonda Unique (faculty), Lori Archer and Monique Seffelaar at Murchison Falls, Uganda. orphaned and vulnerable children at Watoto and Baby Watoto. They were also able to participate in and serve the mission of Living Hope, where marginalized women are equipped and empowered with necessary life skills. Since 2008, Watoto has transformed the lives of more than 15,000 children and almost 3,000 women.

along with distributing feminine hygiene kits to the local girls.

Participants of the experience included faculty members Beverlee Ziefflie and Rhonda Unique and students Lori Archer, Lindsey Haapala, Monique Seffelaar, Randell Belliveau and Linda Zacharias. l

Faculty member Rhonda Unique says the team was inspired by the experience.

“The Leadership/Enrichment in Uganda was truly a life enriching journey,” says Unique. “We will bring cherished memories of our international nursing experience with us in our nursing careers for the rest of our lives. Our lives are forever changed because of this experience.”

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Students share many learning experiences while in Uganda.

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CRITICAL CARE NURSING

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DIABETES EDUCATION

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EMERGENCY NURSING MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM

• Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program (offered in collaboration with the University of Regina)

BACCALAUREATE DEGREE PROGRAMS • Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing Degree Completion Program for Graduates 2010 and Beyond • Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing Degree Completion Program for Graduates Prior to 2010 • Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) (offered in collaboration with the University of Regina)

DIPLOMA PROGRAMS • Practical Nursing • Psychiatric Nursing

POST-GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM • Occupational Health Nursing

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS • Critical Care Nursing • Diabetes Education for Health Care Professionals • Emergency Nursing • Perioperative Nursing/LPN • Perioperative Nursing/RN

APPLIED CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

• Diabetes Education for Health Care Providers • Medical Device Reprocessing Technician • Nursing Re-entry • Orientation to Nursing in Canada for Internationally Educated Nurses

CONTINUING EDUCATION

• Best Practices in Foot Care for the Registered Nurse • Care of the Patient with Lower Extremity Wounds • Care of the Patient with Kidney Disease • CCA/LPN Completer Courses

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• CMDRT Exam Preparation • Community Nursing • CPRNE Exam Preparation • Cognitive Bahavioural Therapy • Controlled Drugs and Substances Act for NPs • Health Assessment for LPNs • Health Record Documentation for LPNs • Leadership in Nursing • LPN Completer Courses (IV Therapy/ Blood Products, NG Tube Insertion, Tracheotomy Care) • MDR Practicum • Mood Disorders • Patient Safety • Principles and Practices of Foot Care for the LPN • Principles of Nursing for Outpatient Procedures • Psycho-Social Assessment • Roles, Responsibilities & Ethics • Safe Medication Administration • Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Course • Therapeutic Communications Skills • TLR Training

ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZED PRACTICE COURSES

• Health Assessment • Clinical Drug Therapy • Clinical Decision Making for RNs in Additional Authorized Practice • Other courses: Cervical Screening for RNs, Venipuncture

SERVICES OFFERED

• Aboriginal Nursing Student Achievement Program (ANSAP) • Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) Assessment Centre • Campus nurse practitioner services at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina Campus

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