Impacts and Outcomes: NHSRU

1. Andrea Baumann
McMaster University, Nursing Health Services Research Unit
Plenary IV: Research on Impacts and
Outcomes

2. Dr. Andrea Baumann
THURSDAY MARCH 2, 2017
Touchstone Institute Annual Symposium
Perspectives on Successful Transitions for Internationally Educated
Health Professionals
Plenary IV: Research on Impacts and Outcomes

3. Nursing Job Posting Ontario, 2015
PROJECT OVERVIEW : NURSING JOB POSTING ANALYSIS
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• Job posting analysis found 2,223 nurse positions
over a three month period.
Ontario-
educated
Nurses
IENs
Jobs

4. Eight Key Elements for Successful IEN
Integration
BEST PRACTICES FOR EMPLOYERS: HIRING AND INTEGRATING IENS
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5. Other key components
• Clinical integrators - expanded preceptorship role
• Focus on communication and team relationships
• Mentoring and supporting diversity as a core competency for managers
• Clear roles and responsibilities for partnerships
• Involvement at all levels - executive, HR and clinical managers
• Ongoing evaluation and research
• Senior levels positions for equity and community engagement
• Demographic profile of community
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6. Conclusions
• Organizations must engage in a scientific analysis to
profile the communities they serve.
• An integrated approach to nursing workforce planning that
includes IENs will help to meet the needs of a diverse
patient population.
• IENs provide human capital that adds value to employers
and the healthcare system.
• The Canadian population is changing and has more
diversified and complex needs.
• Safe and comprehensive care requires a workforce that
reflects the health needs of the population.
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7. Andrea Baumann, RN PhD
Scientific Director
Nursing Health Services Research Unit
McMaster University
(905) 525-9140 ext. 22581
baumanna@mcmaster.ca
www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/nhsru/index.html
Contact
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March 2, 2017
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