[Sharon]

We’d like to know a little more about you. Tell us in a couple of lines about your reason for taking this course, and an interesting fact about you.

[Rebecca]

Hi there,

My name is Rebecca, I am a clinical community supervisor, I have history working in acute care as well as other areas of primary care. I started my role in health care later in life and am happy I made the choice to explore this path. I thrive in my current role and am looking for more avenues to grow within my place of work and as a nurse. An interesting fact about myself is I work out every morning before I start my day to give me energy to have a successful day.

[Claire]

Hello Everyone,

My name is Claire, and I am an RPN working at a residential hospice in Guelph. I too came to health care later in life and I have absolutely no regrets on my choice of my 2nd career as a bedside palliative care nurse. I was a horticulturalist in my previous professional world and I love how intertwined they have now understood to be. Each of these roles are approached with the same “plant or person” centred lens with the best possible outcome for either in the forefront of mind. I love the holistic nature of how best to care the living.. in either of these roles.

I know that becoming stronger in my knowledge of leadership and how best to support my hospice and co workers can only assist me personally and professionally. This is why I have enrolled in this course and I am looking forward to learning with all of you !

[Janet]

Hi Everyone! My name is Janet and I work in Windsor. I decided to become a nurse in my 40’s and after working in a retirement home for over 15 years, I took the leap of faith and became a RPN. Having no regrets only daily opportunities to learn and grow.

I work in home care as an on call visiting nurse and also in an acute care hospital, To which has been on hold due to an accident that has enabled me to work in that setting. I took my home care and retirement home experiences and became a Community Clinical Supervisor, Overseeing UCP’s. This wonderful leadership opportunity has allowed me to work with some amazing leaders in my community. Assisting new and seasoned staff in providing care to those in need.

With this course I’m looking to strengthen my previous leadership skills and fine tune the strongest and learn to improve my weaknesses. Looking forward to growing along with you all.

[Carmen]

Hi everyone,

My name is Carmen and I’m in RPN working as a case manager. Before my role in case management, I was working in mental health in the acute sector. The reason I’m taking this course is to grow professionally and enhance my leadership skills to better support my colleagues and students I work with.

[Alhasan]

Hello everyone,

My name is Hassan, and I serve as a Clinical Case Manager in Ottawa. In my role, I provide case management and nursing support to a small residential program that supports young adults with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs. I am actively involved in several advisory and advocacy groups and contribute to our community nursing team, providing support and consultation to developmental service agencies across Ontario. Additionally, I work at a children’s hospice in Ottawa. My nursing background also includes experience in mental health and pediatric case management. I am eager to enhance my leadership skills as a member of the management team. I am particularly interested in understanding the differences between management and leadership and how I can apply these insights to benefit my workplace and advance my career.

[Melissa]

Hi everyone,

My names Melissa and I’m an RPN working at a long term care home in Shelburne ,ON. I have been an RPN for almost 6years now and love getting to know my residents, their families and their life stories. I am taking this course to strengthen my leadership skills and learn how to improve areas of weakness to be a better support for my team members.

[Logan]

Hi Everyone!

My name is Logan, I am a Charge Nurse for a private practice at a Trauma and Addiction Centre in Peterborough ON.
I have also taken on a “interim” role for the past 5 + months within our leadership team and will soon have a new clinical manager that will be a vital role in furthering my development and transition to Nursing Manager in the near future.
I am looking forward to learning and strengthening my leadership skills with this course and being able to differentiate between leadership and management into my practice.

[Sherri]

Hello.
My name is Sherri. I am a Registered Practical Nurse working in Long-term Care. Tsi Nu Yoyantle Na Tuhuwatisni is the name of my place of employment, which means” where people get good care” in the Oneida language. I am aboriginal from The Chippewa of the Thames First nation. I practice casual footcare for the communities, as well as care for my elderly father at home. I am looking forward to growing and learning leadership skills.

[Ruth]

Hi there! pals, Ruth is my name. I work as a registered practical nurse in an independent and AL living facility. My place of employment is “Walden Circle Retirement Community”. I’m incredibly happy there. I can use it to investigate the knowledge I’ve learned in school. I’m here to dispel the myth that “leaders are born, not made.” Real leadership is the result of training and experience.

[Sherri]

I chose dedication/communication skills/accountability because this is what I see in my “Role Model” daily and then some. She works two jobs, is employed FT , M-F and works elsewhere every other weekend! She exudes and takes on extra educational opportunities such as “Best Practice Champion”. Her exemplar is the reason that I am taking this online leadership course.

[Barinder]

Hi everyone! My name is Barinder. I currently work as an RPN at Amazon in an occupational health nursing role and I am concurrently pursuing my RN license. I hope to apply the knowledge gained from this course into my growing career.

[Allison]

Hi, my name is Allison. I have been a RPN for 8 years. I’m currently working in the ER. I have previous experience in medicine, palliative, surgery, woman’s health and long term care. I’m currently bridging to become an RN.

[Kristina]

Hello!

My name is Kristina, I have been an RPN for almost 2 years now! I am currently working in Long Term Care, I am the clinical lead for BSO within my place of work. I enjoy it so much! In the past, I have worked as a PSW in hospice, long term care, Transitional care for seniors awaiting LTC and supporting nursing staff and patients on a Trach floor of a hospital. I am excited to learn more about leadership and explore the field of what being a good leader represents!

[Monika]

Hello Everyone!
My name is Monika and I am a recent RPN graduate. I am currently searching for employment as an RPN. I worked as a dental assistant for 15 years (in office and in remote Northern Ontario communities) and currently work in the construction industry (last 7 years). I hope to gain some confidence and understanding of what leadership means in the health care setting as I enter this new career path.

[Beverly]

Hi, this is Bev and I’ve been an RPN for almost 20 years. I’ve previously worked in Med/Surg, long term care and most recently as a clinic nurse in family medicine. The COVID pandemic allowed me an amazing experience co-leading a multidisciplinary team with assessment clinics, paramedic outreach programs and organizing and running vaccine clinics. We are currently transitioning from a small clinic to a large health hub and I’m looking forward to expanding my role. I’m working on certificates in management and HR and I’m hoping to gain more knowledge on leadership skill and how to apply them effectively.

I also signed up for this course expecting it to start in the new year, but it became available immediately so I’m jumping in!

[Holly]

Hello! My name is Holly and I have been an RPN for about 6 years. I have worked on and off as a nurse during this time but within the last 2 years have been back at it! I currently work at a retirement home and coordinate with new residents on the care floors as well as pick up nursing shifts. Our facility is very dependent on our nurses to take charge and leadership of the shifts and also in my full time role so I thought this course would be the perfect addition to help me sharpen those skills! Very excited to start the course 🙂

[Doreen]

Hello! My name is Doreen and I have been an RPN since 2005. I have worked in many places during my time as a nurse. I currently am a travel nurse working in the Yukon on the med/surg floor. I enjoy the diversity Canada has to offer. As a travel nurse I must be able to communicate effectively, I am hoping to learn new communication skills in order to accomplish that.

[Rose]

Hello,
I decided to take this leadership course to enhance my skills and understand the dynamics of effective leadership better. I believe that being adaptable, organized, self-confident, energetic, and socially skilled are crucial in guiding teams and fostering collaboration.
An interesting fact about me is that I’m always volunteering to bring groups together. I’m approachable, and anyone can come to me with any concerns about tasks or disagreements. I’ve often been chosen as the group leader for nursing projects because of my ability to unite team members and ensure that everyone feels heard and supported. I look forward to gaining new knowledge and further developing my leadership abilities in this course!
Thanks for reading.
Rose

[Megan]

Hi everyone,

My name is Megan, I am an RPN working in the community of Garden River as a Care Coordinator for the Home and Community Care Program. I decided to take this course to enhance my knowledge and skills, also to understand more the role of a great leader. I have been a nurse for almost 5 years and would like to continue to grow and learn as much as I possibly can. I look forward to gaining knowledge and hopefully being able to develop some leadership skills and abilities.

Thank you,
Megan

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