SCHOOL OF NURSING
ANNUAL REPORT 2015-2016
PROGRAMS Program
Campus Location
Delivery Method
Credential
Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing Degree completion for Graduates prior to 2010
Regina
Online
Degree
Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing Degree completion for Graduates of 2010 and beyond
Regina
Online
Degree
Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program
Regina - In partnership with University of Regina
Online and clinical practice education
Masters Degree
Critical Care Nursing
Regina
Online, print distance and clinical practice education
Advanced Certificate
Diabetes Education for Health Care Professionals
Regina
Print distance and onsite
Advanced Certificate
Diabetes Education for Health Care Providers
Regina
Print distance
Applied Certificate
Emergency Nursing
Regina
Online, print distance and clinical practice education
Advanced Certificate
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician
Regina - Brokered to Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region
Print distance/web enhanced/work-based learning experiences
Applied Certificate
Nursing Re-entry
Regina
Print distance and online
Applied Certificate
Occupational Health Nursing
Regina
Online and workplace practicum experience
Post-Graduate Certificate
Orientation to Nursing in Canada for Internationally Educated Nurses
Regina
Online and clinical practice education
Applied Certificate
Perioperative Nursing / LPN
Regina - Brokered to Saskatoon Health Region
Online and clinical practice education
Advanced Certificate
Perioperative Nursing / RN
Regina - Brokered to Prairie Mountain Health, Brandon, MB and Saskatoon Health Region
Online and clinical practice education
Advanced Certificate
Practical Nursing
Prince Albert Regina Saskatoon Brokered to 10 regional colleges and two Dumont Technical Institute locations
On-campus, online and clinical practice education
Diploma
Psychiatric Nursing
Regina in Year 1; Year 2 in Moose Jaw, North Battleford, Prince Albert, and Yorkton.
On-campus in year 1; videoconferencing in year 2, and clinical practice education
Diploma
Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN)*
Regina Saskatoon Swift Current In partnership with U of R
On-campus, videoconferencing and clinical practice education
Degree conferred by the University of Regina
*References to SCBScN throughout publication describe program in partnership with the University of Regina. Cover photo: L-R Lisa Brown, faculty, Practical Nursing, Prince Albert, Netha Dyck, dean and Cindy Smith, associate dean, School of Nursing.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1 STRATEGIC THEME 1 MAKING SUCCESSFUL CAREERS POSSIBLE
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STRATEGIC THEME 2 ADVANCING ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL PROSPERITY
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STRATEGIC THEME 3 PURSUING EXCELLENCE IN PROGRAM QUALITY AND INNOVATION
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STRATEGIC THEME 4 LEADING ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
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KUDOS 14
INTRODUCTION
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he School of Nursing has a proud and rich 49-year history as a primary provider of superior nursing education in the province of Saskatchewan, with a reputation that is recognized provincially, nationally, and internationally.
A leader in quality nursing education for registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, registered nurse/nurse practitioners and licensed practical nurses, the School of Nursing continues to innovate and expand capacity and establish new programming to meet the needs of nurses and employers. In 2015-16, the School of Nursing celebrated remarkable achievements and contributed significantly to the advancement of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s vision and strategic directions. Our impressive team of 235 expert faculty and staff demonstrated dedication and commitment to providing quality education in a supportive and student-friendly environment. Sixteen innovative and awardwinning programs were offered to more than 3,000 students using on-campus, print distance, videoconferencing and online delivery. Achieving our priority of putting students first resulted in improved student-centred learning and increased student engagement and success. We look forward to continued success as we focus our efforts on the achievement of four strategic themes - making successful careers possible, advancing economic and social prosperity, pursuing excellence in program quality and innovation, and leading organizational effectiveness. Sincerely,
Dr. Netha Dyck Dean, School of Nursing Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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STRATEGIC THEME 1
MAKING SUCCESSFUL CAREERS POSSIBLE Implemented: • Year 2 courses of the Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program (CNPP), developed and delivered in partnership with the University of Regina. • LPN to RN Option of the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) program, delivered in partnership with the University of Regina, with 20 students enrolled.
Nurse practitioner students, faculty and staff at a gathering during their residency week experience. • Year 3 courses of the SCBScN program in partnership with the University of Regina in Swift Current with a cohort of eight students. • Medical Device Reprocessing Technician applied certificate program with three intakes of 20 students in August, October and January. • Two additional RN with Additional Authorized Practice courses: NURS 1679 Clinical Decision Making for Additional Authorized Practice and NURS 1682 Clinical Decision Making Lab. • New continuing education offering of Care of the Patient with Lower Extremity Wounds with 40 participants. • New continuing education offering of Care of the Patient with Kidney Disease with 29 participants.
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Strategic alignment of programming meets needs of students and employers Anticipating and responding strategically to employers’ programming needs is a prime focus of Saskatchewan Polytechnic and its School of Nursing. Dr. Netha Dyck, dean of the School of Nursing, says during 2015-16, the dynamic nursing leadership team and expert faculty and staff have worked closely with the delivery of 16 nursing programs, as well as the implementation or development of new programs to meet the growing demand for nursing professionals in the province. “With changes in Saskatchewan’s evolving health care system, we make sure our School’s programming is relevant and our students are provided the knowledge they need to be successful,” says Dyck. As examples, work on two new programs is complete. The Medical Device Reprocessing Technician applied certificate program was implemented and the post-graduate certificate in Occupational Health Nursing will be launched in September. Eli Ahlquist, program head for the Medical Device Reprocessing Technician program, says there was significant consultation internally and externally as the curriculum and program details were being finalized. “For more than two years, a dedicated team worked hard in consultation with our program advisory committee, industry and health care providers,” says Ahlquist. “We were excited when all program approvals were in place and were able to move into the enrollment phase.” The results speak for themselves as the distance delivery program has been formally recognized, enabling graduates to receive national certification. This has attracted students from across Canada to enrol in studies through Saskatchewan Polytechnic. “It is so important to be relevant, leading edge and globally-focused with what we offer students,” he adds. “Ongoing evaluation and consultation is key.” Laureen Larson, continuing education consultant, has also been part of some major changes in programming this year as she has been working on the postgraduate certificate program in Occupational Health Nursing (OHNs). Larson says this is a growing role for nurses in the province, especially with efforts as creating safe work environments in place to improve safety environments for employees. “It is exciting for us to launch a program to support health promotion, health maintenance and the prevention of illness and injury in the workplace,” Larson says. “This will be the only program in Saskatchewan that is created specifically for the advanced role that nurses play in workplaces, and we see it as an opportunity to enhance life in our communities.” Specialized studies will focus on: creating safe work environments; exploring safety systems; assessing hazards; assessing the health of workers; assessing and treating occupational injuries and disease, administering disability programs; managing projects; and providing nursing leadership in the workplace. “Throughout the development of the program, we have worked very closely with nurses from industry and we were pleased to receive positive accolades from the Canadian Occupational Health Nurses Association related to the focus on wellness, safety and hygiene in our program” she adds.
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Developed: • SCBScN After Degree Nursing Program for implementation in September 2017 in partnership with the University of Regina. • Emergency Nursing advanced certificate program for implementation in January 2017 with four intakes of 15 students (September, October, January and February). • Occupational Health Nursing post-graduate certificate program for implementation in September 2016 with three intakes of 10 students (September, January and May).
All 27 graduates of the Psychiatric Nursing program were successful in passing the Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Canada Examination. The final cohort of ten students graduated from the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program in October 2015. SCBScN Saskatoon professional services staff provided students and faculty with sweet treats with inspirational messages during “hit the wall”, a critical mid-term period when stress levels are high and energy levels low.
Delivered the Diabetes Education for Health Care Providers program to 11 students at James Smith First Nation.
Psychiatric nursing team hosted a “day of caring” and provided students with a care package during the “hit the wall” period.
Conducted a pilot for the delivery of Year 4 SCBScN courses in North Battleford in partnership with the University of Regina, Prairie North Health Region and North West College.
Therapy dogs were brought in and a yoga session was provided for students in the SCBScN program before they completed their OSCEs (objective structured clinical examinations).
THEME 1
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3,000 STUDENTS
97.6% GRADUATE
16
INNOVATIVE NURSING PROGRAMS
Aboriginal-declared students in School of Nursing
92.7% SATISFACTION WITH THEIR PROGRAM
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PROGRAMS
1 undergraduate 1 collaborative undergraduate, and 1 collaborative graduate
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EMPLOYMENT RATE FOR THE SCHOOL OF NURSING
3
DEGREE
ONLINE PROGRAMS
28
APPLICATIONS PER SEAT
8:1 4:1 6:1
in Psychiatric Nursing
in SCBScN
in Practical Nursing
CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES
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HIGH DEMAND PROGRAMS
STRATEGIC THEME 2
ADVANCING ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL PROSPERITY Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) Assessment Centre completed
the competency assessment of 52 IENs. This service was expanded to candidates from Manitoba and Alberta.
Completed a major project resulting
in the revision of the assessment tools used to assess the competency of IENs, including the multiple choice and short answer exams, the Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) scenarios, clinical judgment scenarios and triple jump scenarios.
SCBScN program students participated
in the administration of influenza immunizations in various locations in Regina. The Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region commended the participation of the nursing students in the flu clinics as it allowed for a greater number of immunizations to be provided in a timely manner. Psychiatric Nursing program students assisted in providing influenza immunizations and related health teaching to people at Access Place in Prince Albert.
SCBScN students, with the support of faculty member Cybelle Oscvirk, created
an innovative project while working with the Elizabeth Fry Society. They identified a lack of understanding of adequate nutrition and food preparation skills in women coming out of prison. They provided health teaching related to nutrition, assisted the women with grocery shopping, reading food labels, as well as created meals based on low cost recipes prepared in crock pots. Support for the project was received from a community organization. Each of the women received a crock pot. To date, 18 crock pots have been purchased and presented to these clients.
SCBScN students completing a placement at Balfour Collegiate engaged in a special
project with a group of seniors from the Regina Senior Citizens Centre and Balfour high school students. With the seniors’ keen interest in
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Education helps to create bright future Two graduates of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s School of Nursing are among many who have chosen education as a path to a bright future. Crystal Whitefish is an inspiring student within the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) program who attributes her success to hard work, commitment and passion about the profession. As a First Nations woman, she has also taken the time to encourage others to consider the profession and become involved in their communities.
experience and completing her undergrad degree in nursing. Her long-term goal is to work and then continue with studies toward a masters degree in nursing. Jeanine Juhlin, graduate of the Psychiatric Nursing program and recipient of the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan (RPNAS) award for highest grade point average, also knows the benefit of setting goals and making important life choices.
“Saskatchewan Polytechnic provides for quality education and a positive experience,” says Whitefish. “I am grateful for the tremendous encouragement from the wonderful staff. I have had many opportunities to grow in leadership, learning abroad and being part of a research team who stand behind me with great support.” Whitefish was the recipient of the Outstanding Citizenship Award in 2015-16. It is presented to someone who excels in leadership, invests proficient involvement in the community and portrays professionalism.
L-R Kathy White, program head, Psychiatric Nursing, with Jeanine Juhlin and and Paige Bertwistle, graduates. “To be a registered psychiatric nurse is a huge honour for me,” says Juhilin. “Going forward, I have committed to lifelong learning, which encompasses pursuing my masters’ degree and potentially becoming a member of the psychiatric nursing faculty at Saskatchewan Polytechnic.” As part of her journey, she has overcome a number of personal challenges and is dedicated to being a positive role model for her two daughters. After gaining some employment experience, her passion is to pursue holistic health initiatives, dedicating a large piece of her career to working in the area of addictions.
L-R Cindy Smith, associate dean, School of Nursing, Crystal Whitefish with Outstanding Citizenship Award, and Netha Dyck, dean, School of Nursing. “I have been involved in many nursing profession functions, such as conferences, research and meetings,” says Whitefish. “I have learned to organize my nursing education, homework, personal life and extra curricular activities. A valuable lesson I have learned is time management and self-care.” She intends to follow through with the research she is doing on exploring the Aboriginal student
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“It is important to reach out and explore possibilities for support that you may not have considered,” says Juhlin. “For example, to help with financial support while in school, students should be aware of scholarships and bursaries that they can apply for.” She encourages students to prioritize commitments and challenge their own thought processes to overcome barriers. “None of us are super human - we cannot do it all in one day,” says Juhlin. “Learn about yourself, practice self-care and believe in your future.”
(Continued from page 5) establishing a greater connection with the youth in the community, an arts project was undertaken. Together, they developed and installed a beautiful art project. The story was featured on CTV News. As a result of the success of this project, the Regina Public School Board has approved this project to be implemented within the high school arts curriculum at Balfour Collegiate next year. The Regina Senior Citizens’ Centre was also very pleased with the partnership and have applied for funding for art supplies from the Arts Board.
More than 130 elementary school kids ranging
from preschool to grade 2 participated in a Teddy Bear clinic at Seven Stones Community School in Regina. SCBScN program students arranged the clinic to reduce kids’ anxiety by making them more familiar with commonly used health care equipment. Children rotated through six stations in which they obtained hands-on experiences with their teddy bears including x-rays, casts and bones; listening to their hearts and lung sounds with a stethoscope; wound care; hand washing; safe medication administration and safe needle exposure. The principal and staff expressed appreciation for the partnership and the engaging opportunities for students and faculty.
A group of fourth year SCBScN students completed a practicum with Habitat for
Humanity as part of their Population Health & Community Partnerships course. The students planned and hosted a Grassroots Gala as a way to bring the community together and raise $7,200 for Habitat for Humanity. With their participation in the “Cardboard Cup” hosted by Rock 102 FM Radio, an additional $15,000 of radio time was raised for Habitat for Humanity.
Children participating in Teddy Bear Clinic
SCBScN program supported initiatives that foster social responsibility such as Student Wellness Initiative Towards Community Health (SWITCH), Saskatoon, and Student Energy in Action for Regina Community Health (SEARCH), Regina. Thirty students and 11 faculty are involved in SWITCH. Three students participated in SEARCH.
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STUDENTS
FACULTY
IEN
$22,200
ASSESSMENTS COMPLETED
PARTICIPATED IN SWITCH
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RAISED
BY STUDENTS FOR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCES
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STRATEGIC THEME 3
PURSUING EXCELLENCE IN PROGRAM QUALITY AND INNOVATION Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing Program • Established an international experience for students, in which two students participated in a four-week clinical experience focused on mental health at Butabika Hospital in Kampala, Uganda.
• Achieved a full seven-year accreditation through CASN. Perioperative Nursing LPN and
Perioperative Nursing RN Programs
• Participated in the pilot of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Academic Model. Advancement of Scholarship in the School
of Nursing
• Presented more than 57 papers and posters at provincial, national and international conferences. Faculty were invited to a variety of locations such as locally in Saskatoon, SK to across the border to Cambridge, MA, and across the world to Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
L-R - Marilyn Schigol, faculty Psychiatric Nursing diploma and Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing programs with students Johann Engelke, Sarah Schneider, Kelly Kotzer, and Trudy Derkach in Kampala, Uganda. Psychiatric Nursing Program • Engaged in the Registered Psychiatric Nursing Association of Saskatchewan program approval process in May. • Established an international experience for students in which two students participated in a four-week clinical experience focused on mental health at Butabika Hospital in Kampala, Uganda. Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of
Science in Nursing (SCBScN) Program in partnership with the University of Regina
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• Engaged in the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) accreditation and the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association (SRNA) approval process in February. This was the first time that the accreditation and program approval was undertaken jointly.
• The diverse range of topics included the Aboriginal student experience of selfdeclaration; measuring faculty reticence with use of high-fidelity simulation; use of SNapp™ a Saskatchewan Nursing Application; fostering community engagement in first year nursing students; facilitating student learning in online, distance or classroom environments using multimedia concepts; indigenization; animating the histories of psychiatric nursing; and the impact of work-related travel on RNs in rural and remote Canada. • Participated in the Faculty Research Forum and Students’ Research Symposium. • Negotiated and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China and Saskatchewan Polytechnic. The MOU allows for the opportunity to exchange faculty and students, collaborations between institutions, the sharing of research data and scientific information as well as cooperation in academic activities. • Hosted five Innovation, Research and Scholarship Speaker Series – a successful way to share and explore the applied research that is occurring at Saskatchewan Polytechnic.
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• Hosted a Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation information session on the current funding opportunities available through their organization. • Published more than eight faculty articles in peer-reviewed journals and faculty-authored or co-authored chapters in textbooks. The diverse range of topics included developing and pilottesting a “Finding Balance” intervention for older adult bereaved family caregivers; assessing mentoring culture; and understanding and resolving conflict. Advancement of Research (Funding Awards) • More than nine research projects actively involving more than 52 faculty and over $420,000 are in process. • Facilitated the implementation of three Applied Research Release Time Stipend (ARRTS) and two Seed Applied Research Project (SARP) funded research projects. • Research teams were also awarded two ARRTS Awards and two SARP Awards for 2016-17. • School of Nursing awarded four internal Scholarship Grants of up to $2,500 for deserving projects. • Established two Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science of Nursing (SCBScN) Collaborative Research Grants. The $5,000 grants are a joint venture between Saskatchewan Polytechnic, School of Nursing and the University of Regina, Faculty of Nursing to promote and encourage collaborative research and scholarly work among SCBScN faculty from both institutions. • Dr. Roslyn Compton, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon, received the first Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF) grant awarded to Saskatchewan Polytechnic. The grant is funded in 50/50 partnership with the Canadian Frailty Network in the amount of $40,000. Her research project explores the intersections of leadership, interdisciplinary teams, and patient engagement processes in the Home First program. This collaborative study has seven co-investigators from the University of Saskatchewan, University of Alberta and Saskatchewan Polytechnic. • Implemented the International Minerals Innovation project on Enhancing Cultures of Safety and Safety Engagement in the Saskatchewan Mining Industry: A Collaborative and Multi-Disciplinary Inquiry. • Three nursing faculty from the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and the Director of the Institute for Nursing Scholarship visited Nanchong, Sichuan
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Province, China as guests of the North Sichuan Medical College. The experience provided an opportunity to engage in collaborative research focused on student wellness. Faculty also served as guest lecturers at the college, sharing their expertise and Canadian best practices with our Chinese colleagues and their students from a wide variety of health care perspectives. Participants learned that very different approaches to teaching and learning were equally effective and gained an appreciation for one another’s health systems. Achievement of Funded Projects • Joyce Bruce, program head, and Janice Cruise, faculty, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, received $20,000 for their proposal, Preceptors: Prompting Patient Presentations from the Saskatchewan Academic Health Sciences Network Clinical Learning and Interprofessional Practice (CLIPP) Unit. • Natasha Hubbard Murdoch and her team of 17 interprofessional colleagues also received $20,000 for their proposal, Use of Video Simulation to Enhance Utilization of Current Educational Resources from CLIPP. • Joyce Bruce, program head, and Lynn Miller, faculty, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, received $20,000 for their proposal, Controlled Drugs and Substances E-Resources for the Elderly Population from the Canadian Association Schools of Nursing. • Joyce Bruce, program head and her team received $16,333 for the development of an open educational resource related to advanced procedural skills in primary health care. • Yvonne Harris, program head, Critical Care Nursing program, received funding of $16,333 for the development of an open educational resource related to ECG interpretation. • Eli Ahlquist, program head, Medical Device Reprocessing Technician program, and his team, received funding of $16,333 for the development of an open educational resource related to sterile dressing changes.
Scholarly and research network expands through School of Nursing A multi-party partnership project focusing on enhancing safety cultures and employee safety behaviours in the mineral industry is a leading example of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s growing engagement in research and scholarship priorities. The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) initiative is the institution’s largest research project and demonstrates the value of working with the industry to create a better and safer workplace for Saskatchewan employees. It has been in the process for more than a year. It is one of several projects that the School of Nursing has been playing an active role in as the School expands its network of scholarly excellence and exploration in nursing education and practice. Other research efforts have included projects ranging from a needs assessment survey of Saskatchewan registered nurses to a case study exploring the intersections of leadership, interdisciplinary teams and patient engagement processes. June Anonson, Acting Director, Applied Research and Director for the Institute for Nursing Scholarship (INS) says the School’s advancement in its research and scholarship activities serves to enhance student learning while aligning with industry needs. Funding is allocated based on the four scholarship pillars: application, discovery, integration and teaching. Health education is a priority focus overall.
Research team members from Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Saskatchewan touring the PotashCorp Allan mine site. Photo credit: June Anonson Anonson. “There has been significant development in our research and scholarship work and we will continue to support advances in evidence-informed nursing practice, unique nursing knowledge, work of interprofessional teams and diverse teaching strategies.” Netha Dyck, dean, School of Nursing says the INS serves as a valuable hub for research networking. “Through the INS we nurture development of scholarly goals and aspirations and align these to contribute to meeting needs within the community, whether at a local, regional or international level,” says Dyck. “The School of Nursing gives back to the community and demonstrates our commitment to leadership and partnership. Over the year there have been numerous presentations, publications and site visits. Our growth in this area ensures a strong reputation as an institution.”
“Applied research and innovation projects bring creative solutions to real-world challenges,” says
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FACULTY RECEIVED A PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
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57
PUBLICATIONS OF ARTICLES AND BOOK CHAPTERS
NURSING STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN
RESEARCH
PRESENTATIONS MADE AT provincial, national and international conferences
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STRATEGIC THEME 4
LEADING ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS Saskatchewan Polytechnic established an International Student Mobility Award. Thirtytwo nursing students received a $1,000 mobility award to support their engagement in an international experience. Provided professional development for professional services staff related to “Tips and Tricks”, innovation, problem solving, advanced Excel training, as well as meeting individual learning needs. Twenty-seven faculty completed the Faculty Certificate program (FCP) in 2015-16. Sixtytwo faculty have completed the FCP to date. Supported thirty-eight faculty members in their pursuit of advancing education and scholarship through the School of Nursing’s Recruitment, Retention and Rejuvenation Fund. Conducted a research symposium in conjunction with the School of Nursing meeting in August.
Implemented the faculty assessment initiative with a total of 87 assessments completed across the School of Nursing. Implemented strategies to promote retention and support of faculty with PhDs such as offering release time for research, providing support for establishing a program of research, and providing startup funds. Established a planning process for the celebration of the School of Nursing 50th anniversary in 2017. Published three editions of e-newsletter, Nursing News, in fall, winter and spring to increase access to current and relevant information. Developed and implemented the Academic Chair Model within the School of Nursing and hired five Academic Chairs.
Implemented the recommendations of the two School of Nursing Employee Engagement Teams: Performance Management / Learning and Development; and Reward Management and Staffing.
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78% EMPLOYEE
ENGAGEMENT INDEX
49 12
YEARS
235
FACULTY & STAFF
OF DELIVERING QUALITY NURSING EDUCATION
87
98 PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
FACULTY
ASSESSMENTS COMPLETED
Initiative contributes to organizational effectiveness The faculty assessment initiative has contributed significantly to building organizational effectiveness at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. Cindy Smith, associate dean, School of Nursing, project lead for the School’s employee engagement process, says the guiding purpose of the faculty assessment initiative was to develop and support excellence in instruction through support for professional development and four sources of feedback: self, student, peer and supervisor. The process is important as the School addresses any employee engagement gaps and meets needs of its external bodies associated with the introduction of degree granting authorization which was particularly relevant to the School of Nursing as a school with a newly developed degree program being implemented. “Feedback from our annual employee engagement survey indicated a need for a more robust performance management and evaluation process, so we were well aligned in every respect with this assessment,” says Smith. “Faculty told us they were interested in receiving regular and timely feedback on their performance, with a greater focus on leadership development and support for their professional learning goals.” More than 90 members of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic faculty, 42 of them from the School of Nursing participated in the faculty assessment pilot and overwhelmingly reported back that it was a positive experience. The process includes assessment within a number of core instructional competencies
developed by the Instructional Leadership Development Centre (ILDC), who had completed an independent, extensive consensus building and validation exercise that resulted in the articulation of seven instructional competencies and their associated indicators. Since the pilot, an additional 45 faculty have participated. “The faculty that have participated found all components of the assessment process useful to some extent, with the student feedback judged the most useful component,” Smith describes. “The dialogue with the supervisor was rated the most useful component by program heads.” Plans are underway for moving the process forward into 2016-17. “Our objective is to have all faculty participate in at least parts of the process,” says Smith. “It has been seen as valuable for becoming better faculty and identifying professional development opportunities.” Netha Dyck, dean, School of Nursing says engagement of faculty and staff is essential. “Faculty input and feedback during the development of the tools and processes was integral,” says Dyck. “The process is designed to be developmental. Faculty can develop and maintain a learning plan and portfolio for their own professional development.” In addition to an institution-wide project advisory committee, the School of Nursing established an implementation committee to ensure faculty input into the pilot. The nursing leadership team embraced it as well, providing all with a focal point and results.
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KUDOS
• Twana White, faculty, Practical Nursing Regina, received the inaugural and prestigious Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Award of Excellence: Teaching. • Karrie Orr, RPN, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon, received the RPNAS Award for Excellence in Psychiatric Nursing Education.
• Joyce Bruce, program head, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, was selected by the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia to lead the program review site visit for a Master of Nursing Nurse Practitioner education program in British Columbia. • Joyce Bruce, program head, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, was selected by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing to develop an e-resource related to Controlled Drugs and Substances for the Elderly Population. In recognition of the quality of Joyce’s proposal, she was invited to expand her contract to include content related to individuals with palliative and / or end-of-life care, individuals with mental health concerns, and individuals with addictions.
Prestigious Awards • Roni Clubb, faculty, Practical Nursing Regina, received the Canadian Association of Practical Nurse Educators Leadership in Practical Nursing Education Award. Roni was also recognized by the Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses with an Honorary Member Award. The Honorary Member Award is awarded to non-LPNs who have provided distinguished services to the practical nursing profession in Roni Clubb, faculty, Canada. Practical Nursing program
Expert Appointments
L-R Carol Hipfner, faculty, Psychiatric Nursing program; Jeanine Juhlin, student, Psychiatric Nursing program; Karrie Orr, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon. • Carol Hipfner, RPN, faculty, Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing program, received the RPNAS Award for Excellence in Psychiatric Nursing Education. • Sheila Clements, Joan Hiebert, Diane Jensen, Candace Skrapek, former faculty of the School of Nursing, received the SRNA Life Member Award.
• Elsie Duff, faculty, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, was selected to conduct a regulatory site review of a Master of Nursing Nurse Practitioner education program in Alberta. • Jodi Found, faculty, SCBScN Regina, was appointed Director of Education for the Canadian Nursing Informatics Association. • Billy-Jo Howe, program head, Practical Nursing Regina, was selected to participate on The Chair Academy Foundation Leadership Academy program in June 2016.
• Elsie Duff, faculty, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, received the Karen Antoni Award presented by the Canadian Association of Advanced Practice Nurses. • Shelly Luhning, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon, received the 2015 Saskatchewan Polytechnic Employee Innovation Award. • Sheri McCrystal, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon, received the inaugural and prestigious Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Award of Excellence: Teaching.
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Dr. Larry Rosia, President; with Sheri McCrystal, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon.
• Christa MacLean, program head, SCBScN Regina, graduated from The Chair Academy Foundation Leadership Academy program in June 2016.
Faculty Innovation • Sarah Kostiuk, faculty, SCBScN Regina, was appointed Research Associate to Research & Performance Support with the Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region. • The School of Nursing along with the University of Regina and University of Saskatchewan jointly hosted the Western North-Western Region Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (WNRCASN) conference, “Nursing Education: The Synergy of Teaching, Research, and Practice”, in Saskatoon February 17-19, 2016. We welcomed 142 participants from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, along with 40 faculty and student volunteers. Congratulations to the 15 faculty, student and graduates who presented at the conference. Chris Barlow, program head, SCBScN Saskatoon, provided leadership on the conference planning committee. • Shelly Luhning, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon, designed an app to track achievement of course competencies, critical learning elements, clinical skills, and SRNA competencies. The app, called SNapp™, facilitates assessment of student’s progress and a continuous approach to evaluation. • Shane Brodie and Patti Hart, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon, were invited to present a workshop on “Facilitating Engagement in the Learning Process” to the Saskatoon Health Region Nurse Educators. Shane and Patti created dialogue around the challenges and opportunities as nurse educators. They also facilitated development of strategies to promote staff engagement and lifelong learning.
• Jodi Found, faculty, SCBScN Regina, was recognized by the executive director of the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) for her contribution as a peer leader on the CASN Digital Health Faculty Peer Network. • Kandis Harris, faculty, SCBScN Regina, presented the keynote address at the annual New Grad Day for Nurses 2016 hosted by the Winnipeg Health Authority. Kandis presented on “World’s Colliding or Planets Just Shifting?” The presentation provided insight into the struggles and challenges of new nurses who are transitioning into professional practice. • Carole Houston, faculty in the Perioperative Nursing program, was featured as a “Nurse Who Inspires” in the Canadian Nurses Protective Society (CNPS) Annual Report. Carole was recognized for developing the InstruMentor™, a mobile accessible website featuring three-dimensional images and audio with proper pronunciation of surgical instruments. • Patti Manson and Sarah FoxSmith, faculty, SCBScN Regina, organized an Active Learning Fair in which faculty participants hosted a booth to showcase their active learning strategies such as mind mapping, conceptual quilting and CatchBox. • Practical Nursing Regina students participated in an interprofessional education event with the Continuing Care Assistant students. The students came together to experience a dementia virtual tour and what it might be like to have dementia. • Saskatchewan Polytechnic partnered with Prince Albert Parkland Health Region and Parkland Ambulance to conduct a mock code blue scenario at the Prince Albert Campus Simulation Centre. The interdisciplinary scenario involved a simulated patient that was transported by ambulance with a code team from Prince Albert Parkland Health Region waiting to begin
resuscitative efforts on the patient in cardiac arrest. Practical Nursing and Psychiatric Nursing students observed the scenario.
Student Accomplishments • Jeanine Juhlin, graduate of the Psychiatric Nursing program, received the RPNAS Award for achieving the highest grade point average. • Fred Entz, second-year SCBScN Saskatoon student, was elected to the position of Prairie Regional Director for the Canadian Nursing Students’ Association (CNSA). During this past year, Fred provided leadership as the CNSA official delegate. In addition to his leadership at the national level, Fred also made significant contributions as Vice-President of Finance for the Saskatoon Nursing Students Society. • Stacey Gedak, Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing graduate, was featured in the RPNews in an article entitled, “Making learning meaningful.” • Mark McCulloch, fourth year SCBScN Regina student, was awarded the best nursing poster presentation prize at the Academic Health Sciences Student Research Day for his contribution to important research on red blood cell transfusion practice at Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region. • Lyudmila Tomas received the Governor General Academic Medal and will be starting the SCBScN program in Regina in the fall. She completed her Adult 12 at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. • Crystal Whitefish, SCBScN Saskatoon student, and Sharon Ahenakew, Aboriginal nursing student advisor, presented at the WNRCASN conference on “ispiciwin: The Journey of Two Cree Women through Nursing Education and Practice”. She also presented at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Academic Leadership Workshop. In addition, Crystal received the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Outstanding Citizenship Award, presented to
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her at the Saskatoon convocation ceremony. • Arow Yuot, Practical Nursing Prince Albert student, spoke on behalf of the students at the grand opening of the Simulation Centre in Prince Albert. The expanded simulation centre now offers access to high fidelity simulation in addition to the seven beds for low fidelity simulation. • Five Practical Nursing students participated in a four-week international experience in Kampala, Uganda and experienced medical-surgical nursing and community health. • Students participated in a successful Saskatchewan Polytechnic Interprofessional Challenge Event (SPICE) on Regina Campus. Students from a variety of programs participated in interprofessional team building prior to engaging in an ‘Amazing Race’ style event. Interprofessional education experiences offer opportunities for health care teams to address common issues, challenge stereotypes, and gain understanding of diverse professional perspectives. • Six SCBScN Regina students, in collaboration with the school community, assessed, developed, and hosted the 2nd Annual Wellness Day for Grade 10 students at F.W. Johnson School. The Wellness Day focused on mental health with positive coping strategies and activities and featured a notable keynote speaker of Senator Denise Batters. • SCBScN program students participated in the InterProfessional Annual Student Symposium (I-PASS) in September 2015, sponsored by the School of Nursing. • SCBScN students attended the Canadian Nursing Students Association (CNSA) regional conference in October 2015, as well as the CNSA national conference in January 2016, sponsored by the School of Nursing.
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• Two fourth year nursing students from Colima, Mexico participated in a student exchange during the fall term. Six students from the SCBScN program participated in a six-week pediatrics practicum in Colima. • Nine SCBScN program students were acknowledged for their academic excellence and placed on the U of R Dean’s Honor List in the fall semester and four in the winter semester. • One hundred and seventy-one (includes 45 students who were on the Deans’ Honour List for more than one semester) School of Nursing students on the Deans’ Honour List; 42 students graduated with great distinction and 51 students graduated with distinction. • School of Nursing Leadership Team Awards ($500 each) were awarded to Shauna McRoberts, SCBScN Regina and Amy Shuya, SCBScN Saskatoon • Sask Innovation and Opportunity Nursing Leadership Team Award ($500) awarded to Michael Koffler, Practical Nursing program Regina. • Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program students received nine scholarships for a total of $56,000. Scholarships received include Graduate Student Scholarships ($48,000); Saskatchewan Innovation Scholarship ($4,000); J. Kostychyn Memorial Award ($1,000); Saskatchewan Gerontology Bursary ($500); and Aboriginal Graduate Student Award ($2,500).
President Dr. Larry Rosia, presents the Faculty Award of Excellence: Teaching to Twana White, faculty, Practical Nursing program.
Completion of Advanced Education Doctorate • Elsie Duff, faculty, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program, received her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Leadership in Nursing Education from Western University. Her dissertation is entitled, The Effects of Empowerment on Role Competency and Patient Safety Competency for Newly Graduated Nurse Practitioners.
Master’s Degree • Lyanne Faucher Sinclair, Master of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan • Lynde McKinley, Master of Nursing, Athabasca University • Sherri Rudolph, Master of Nursing, Memorial University of Newfoundland • Heather Plaxton, Master of Nursing Nurse Practitioner, University of Saskatchewan
Completion of Faculty Certificate Program • Daria Biasotto, Practical Nursing Regina • Roslyn Compton, SCBScN Saskatoon • Elsie Duff, Collaborative Nurse Practitioner Program
Retirements
• Kathy Disiewich, SCBScN Saskatoon
• Madeline Press, SCBScN Saskatoon
• Jeniffer Dupuis, SCBScN Saskatoon
• Kim Thiessen, SCBScN Saskatoon
• Lynn Bantle, office assistant, Practical Nursing Regina
• Twana White, Practical Nursing Regina
• Ethel Bratt, faculty, SCBScN Regina
• Dawn Winterhalt, SCBScN Saskatoon
• Linda Doell, faculty, SCBScN Saskatoon
Professional Services Achievements
• Diane Harrison, continuing education consultant
• Sheena Robinson, Certificate in Adult Continuing Education, University of Saskatchewan
• Carole Houston, faculty, Medical Device Reprocessing Technician and Perioperative Nursing programs
Appointments
Shelly Luhning receives Innovation Award from President Larry Rosia. • Melissa Dykhuizen, SCBScN Saskatoon • Jodi Found, SCBScN Regina • Denise Gettle, Psychiatric Nursing • Darren Gronvold, SCBScN Saskatoon • Patti Hart, SCBScN Saskatoon • Kim Harrison, SCBScN Regina • Kim Kihn, SCBScN Saskatoon • Sarah Kostiuk, SCBScN Regina • Judy Kreuger-Jones, SCBScN Saskatoon
• Dr. June Anonson was appointed as director, Institute for Nursing Scholarship. June was also appointed interim director, Applied Research and Innovation on a half-time basis.
• Donna Singer, office supervisor, SCBScN Regina • Deanna Youck, faculty, SCBScN Regina
• Kandis Harris was appointed as clinical placement coordinator for the SCBScN Regina. • Yvonne Harris was appointed as program head for Critical Care Nursing and Emergency Nursing programs, Regina. • Laureen Larson was appointed as continuing education consultant. • Kathy White was appointed as program head for the Psychiatric Nursing and Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing programs, Regina.
• Jamie Louiseize, Psychiatric Nursing • Shelly Luhning, SCBScN Saskatoon • Tracey McCaig-Beattie, SCBScN Saskatoon • Lynde McKinley, SCBScN Regina • Sybil Morgan, SCBScN Saskatoon • Kat Moyer, SCBScN Regina • Andrea Needer, SCBScN Regina • Cybelle Oscvirk, SCBScN Saskatoon
L-R Cindy Smith, associate dean and chair, 50th Anniversary Planning Committee, and Stephanie Beauchesne, faculty, Practical Nursing program, Prince Albert.
KUDOS
• Jan Lloyd-Vossen, SCBScN Saskatoon
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