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Invitation to Become a Health Care Volunteer at the 35th Teddy Bears’ Picnic
by Nursing Students' Association 08 Feb '24

08 Feb '24

Hi everyone! Please see the below information forwarded from the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. Hello, I hope this email finds you well. My name is Teresa Clifton, and I am a staff member with the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. I am thrilled to share the exciting news that the Children’s Hospital Foundation’s in-person Teddy Bears’ Picnic is returning to Assiniboine Park on September 8, 2024. After having 2 years of virtual events due to the challenges posed by the pandemic, we are excited to celebrate the 35th year with an in-person gathering. We would be honored to have you as part of this special day by being a health care volunteer at Assiniboine Park. Your participation would contribute significantly to the success of the event in assisting with bear exams, surgery, casting, admitting and more. A bit of history of the Teddy Bears’ Picnic, for the past 33 years, the Teddy Bears’ Picnic has been a cherished annual event organized by a dedicated team of volunteers and has welcomed an audience of over 30,000 families and their children. Its purpose is to provide a joyous family day while raising awareness about the experiences of sick and injured children at the hospital and in the Children’s Hospital Research Institute areas. As a health care volunteer, you will get to experience the exciting activities that include the Dr. Goodbear tent, offering medical tests, MRI’s, X-Rays, and more for children, teddy bears, and families. We also have the "I want to be a Scientist" tent, designed to engage children in science-based activities, fostering imagination and curiosity. If you are interested, please fill out the form<https://forms.gle/RZDddNMKt8U3aR4h9> linked here or scan the QRC that is located on the poster. Volunteer shifts will be from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm or 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to potentially having your delicious offerings at the 35th Teddy Bears’ Picnic and be part of a Manitoba tradition. Best regards, Teresa Clifton #GiveBetterFutures [Image]<https://goodbear.ca/> Teresa Clifton Events Assistant Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba 533A-5th floor, 715 McDermot Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 1M6 E: tclifton(a)goodbear.ca<mailto:tclifton@goodbear.ca> P: 204-914-0437 goodbear.ca<https://goodbear.ca/>

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Winter/Spring ‘24 Grad Bake Sale
by Naveena Thakur 07 Feb '24

07 Feb '24

Hello Students & Faculty Members! The Winter/Spring 2024 Nursing Graduating Class is back with another delish bake sale, and this time, it’s for Valentine’s Day! We will be hosting our Valentine’s Bake Sale on Wednesday, February 14th in the Helen Glass Atrium. Talented students from our class will be baking yummy treats, so make sure you stop by to grab some before they sell out! Also, due to popular demand, we will once again be selling nursing knick knacks such as badge reels and croc charms! See poster attached for details. [image0.jpeg] Hope to see you there, Naveena Thakur | Grad & Pinning Chair Executive 2023/2024 College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

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Call for First Aid Supplies!
by Nursing Students' Association 07 Feb '24

07 Feb '24

Hello everyone! Our names are Katherine and Tia, and we are fourth year nursing students in our community rotation at Dufferin Elementary School. A significant number of parents find it difficult to afford essential first aid supplies for their households. The aim is to provide essential first aid kits to those who may not have easy access to them. Items we are looking for are: Band-Aids (bandages) Masks Alcohol swaps Gauze pads Medical tape Polysporin ointment Mini hand sanitizer We sincerely appreciate your support in helping us make a positive impact on the lives of those in need! All donations must be new or unopened. There will be a marked box outside of the NSA office in the Helen Glass Atrium from February 8-20th for donations. Kind regards, Katherine & Tia Any questions can be directed to NSA(a)umanitoba.ca **please do not reply to this email**

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Nursing Grand Rounds February 13th - All Welcome
by Diana McMillan 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Extending a warm welcome to you and your colleagues to join us at the Catalysts for Care 2024 Nursing Grand Rounds Speaker Series! [Date: February 13th, 2024, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, ZOOM presentation. Presenter: Emily Phillips, RN, MN, PhD(C), CCN(C), Vanier Scholar, Applied Health Sciences, University of Manitoba & Cardiac Sciences, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority Title: Early mobility to improVE health outcomes following cardiac surgery (EVE) Clinical Feasibility Trial Development.] [A person with long curly hair smiling Description automatically generated] https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/61300054714?pwd=Y2MyODFEZmU3aGxLemlOSTRLcjFhQT09 Meeting ID: 613 0005 4714 Passcode: 594642 For cardiac surgery (CS) patients, mobilization within the first 24 hours post-operatively supports improved physical health outcomes. Early mobility, whether via ambulation or cycle ergometer, is safe for CS patients in the intensive care unit (ICU), with studies reporting minimal adverse events and hemodynamic stability with mobilization 12 hours postoperatively. Both the ICU Liberation Bundle and the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) CS guidelines advocate for the early mobility of patients in the ICU. Despite being safe and recommended, knowledge gaps concerning modality effectiveness among early mobility interventions and the definition of what early means, underlie the current lack of integration of early mobility into CS ICU clinical care. Guided by a pragmatist worldview, this doctoral thesis aims to develop early mobility interventions informed by patients with life experience (PWLE), clinicians, and the literature and to test the feasibility of the interventions through four studies. First, a scoping review of published early mobility interventions to map the CS ICU early mobility literature to understand the early mobility interventions used in studies of various designs will be completed. Next, an observational study using behaviour mapping to gain an understanding of the current state of early mobility in the CS ICU will occur. The development of early mobility interventions informed by PWLE, clinicians, and the literature will begin engaging PWLE in body mapping and virtual consultation workshops to understand their experiences of early mobility, to identify barriers and facilitators to early mobility, and to identify and prioritize patient-reported outcome and experience measures. Focus groups will then occur to delve into clinicians' perceptions of barriers and facilitators to early mobility. This knowledge will be integrated with existing literature to develop two early mobility interventions, which will then be refined, and feasibility tested. Overall, this research aims to generate high-quality, lived experience-informed evidence to support the future efficacy evaluation of early mobility interventions following CS to reduce the incidence of CS PICS. Upcoming Presentations Tuesday March 12th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dr. Catherine Baxter RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Health Studies, Brandon University: Promoting health of long-haul truck drivers in Manitoba: A multi-level approach. Tuesday April 9th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dr. Kristen Gulbransen, RN, PhD, Instructor, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer AB: A novel care model: Maternity care experiences of pregnant individuals who use substances. Tuesday May 14th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Kira Friesen, RN, BA, BN, MScN, CNS, Women's Health Program, HSC; Dr. Fabiana Postolow, MD, Assistant Professor, Dept. Pediatrics, RFHS & Attending Neonatologist, HSC/SBH; & Dr. Heather Watson, MD, FRCSC (PDWH): Eat Sleep Console: The Manitoba journey. Tuesday June 11th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Stephanie Lelond, RN, MN, CHPCN(C), CNS, CancerCare Manitoba, Instructor II, College of Nursing, UM; Director-at-Large: Advocacy and Policy, Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology: Finding new models of care to support patient centered care and improved health system management in health disparities. Tuesday September 10th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Andrea Raynak, RN, MPH(N), PhD(C), Director, Nursing Practice, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre; Lecturer, Lakehead University: Nurses' attitudes towards patients who use substances in the hospital setting. Tuesday October 8th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dr. Preetha Krishnan, NP, PhD, WRHA Long Term Care: Orchestrating Comfort: Getting Everyone on the Same Page: Long Term Care Nurses' Experiences with Advance Care Planning. Tuesday November 12th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Simone Stenekes, RN, MN, CHPCN(C), CNS, Pediatric Palliative Care, WRHA Palliative Care Program: The Impact of COVID-19 Visitor Restrictions on the Multidisciplinary Health Care Team of a Palliative Care Unit: A Qualitative Study. ARCHIVE LINK TO ALL RECORDED PRESENTATIONS: https://umanitoba.yuja.com/V/PlayList?node=4121225&a=1926463596&autoplay=1 The Clinical Chair Program, supported by the Health Sciences Centre, University of Manitoba College of Nursing, and the Health Sciences Centre Foundation, aims to foster clinically relevant research partnerships, networks and synergies fueling nursing research and clinical innovation, enhancing knowledge translation, and supporting improved patient outcomes. The goal of this free monthly virtual speaker series is the creation of a space for clinicians, researchers, scholars, and students to share knowledge, expertise, insights, and questions to spark ideas and connection to strengthen nursing research and practice, building a strong nursing community across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Northwestern Ontario, and beyond! Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD, Associate Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, & Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre. We are booking presenters for the 2025 series. Please contact Diana at diana.mcmillan(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:diana.mcmillan@umanitoba.ca> if you are interested in sharing your research or innovation. Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD Associate Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba; Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg; & Research Affiliate, Manitoba Centre for Nursing and Health Research ** Please email as I am often working remotely or offsite. McMillan, D.E., Brown, D.B., Rieger, K.L., Duncan, G., Plouffe, J., Amadi, C.C., & Jafri, S. (2023). Patient and family perceptions of a discharge bedside board. Patient Education and Counseling - Innovation, 3, e100214. Elsevier, Online. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pecinn.2023.100214

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Nursing Grand Rounds February 13th - All Welcome!
by Diana McMillan 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Extending a warm welcome to you and your colleagues to join us at the Catalysts for Care 2024 Nursing Grand Rounds Speaker Series! [Date: February 13th, 2024, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, ZOOM presentation. Presenter: Emily Phillips, RN, MN, PhD(C), CCN(C), Vanier Scholar, Applied Health Sciences, University of Manitoba & Cardiac Sciences, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority Title: Early mobility to improVE health outcomes following cardiac surgery (EVE) Clinical Feasibility Trial Development.] [A person with long curly hair smiling Description automatically generated] https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/61300054714?pwd=Y2MyODFEZmU3aGxLemlOSTRLcjFhQT09 Meeting ID: 613 0005 4714 Passcode: 594642 For cardiac surgery (CS) patients, mobilization within the first 24 hours post-operatively supports improved physical health outcomes. Early mobility, whether via ambulation or cycle ergometer, is safe for CS patients in the intensive care unit (ICU), with studies reporting minimal adverse events and hemodynamic stability with mobilization 12 hours postoperatively. Both the ICU Liberation Bundle and the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) CS guidelines advocate for the early mobility of patients in the ICU. Despite being safe and recommended, knowledge gaps concerning modality effectiveness among early mobility interventions and the definition of what early means, underlie the current lack of integration of early mobility into CS ICU clinical care. Guided by a pragmatist worldview, this doctoral thesis aims to develop early mobility interventions informed by patients with life experience (PWLE), clinicians, and the literature and to test the feasibility of the interventions through four studies. First, a scoping review of published early mobility interventions to map the CS ICU early mobility literature to understand the early mobility interventions used in studies of various designs will be completed. Next, an observational study using behaviour mapping to gain an understanding of the current state of early mobility in the CS ICU will occur. The development of early mobility interventions informed by PWLE, clinicians, and the literature will begin engaging PWLE in body mapping and virtual consultation workshops to understand their experiences of early mobility, to identify barriers and facilitators to early mobility, and to identify and prioritize patient-reported outcome and experience measures. Focus groups will then occur to delve into clinicians' perceptions of barriers and facilitators to early mobility. This knowledge will be integrated with existing literature to develop two early mobility interventions, which will then be refined, and feasibility tested. Overall, this research aims to generate high-quality, lived experience-informed evidence to support the future efficacy evaluation of early mobility interventions following CS to reduce the incidence of CS PICS. Upcoming Presentations Tuesday March 12th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dr. Catherine Baxter RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Health Studies, Brandon University: Promoting health of long-haul truck drivers in Manitoba: A multi-level approach. Tuesday April 9th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dr. Kristen Gulbransen, RN, PhD, Instructor, Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer AB: A novel care model: Maternity care experiences of pregnant individuals who use substances. Tuesday May 14th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Kira Friesen, RN, BA, BN, MScN, CNS, Women's Health Program, HSC; Dr. Fabiana Postolow, MD, Assistant Professor, Dept. Pediatrics, RFHS & Attending Neonatologist, HSC/SBH; & Dr. Heather Watson, MD, FRCSC (PDWH): Eat Sleep Console: The Manitoba journey. Tuesday June 11th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Stephanie Lelond, RN, MN, CHPCN(C), CNS, CancerCare Manitoba, Instructor II, College of Nursing, UM; Director-at-Large: Advocacy and Policy, Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology: Finding new models of care to support patient centered care and improved health system management in health disparities. Tuesday September 10th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Andrea Raynak, RN, MPH(N), PhD(C), Director, Nursing Practice, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre; Lecturer, Lakehead University: Nurses' attitudes towards patients who use substances in the hospital setting. Tuesday October 8th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dr. Preetha Krishnan, NP, PhD, WRHA Long Term Care: Orchestrating Comfort: Getting Everyone on the Same Page: Long Term Care Nurses' Experiences with Advance Care Planning. Tuesday November 12th, 2024 12:00 - 1:00 pm Simone Stenekes, RN, MN, CHPCN(C), CNS, Pediatric Palliative Care, WRHA Palliative Care Program: The Impact of COVID-19 Visitor Restrictions on the Multidisciplinary Health Care Team of a Palliative Care Unit: A Qualitative Study. ARCHIVE LINK TO ALL RECORDED PRESENTATIONS: https://umanitoba.yuja.com/V/PlayList?node=4121225&a=1926463596&autoplay=1 The Clinical Chair Program, supported by the Health Sciences Centre, University of Manitoba College of Nursing, and the Health Sciences Centre Foundation, aims to foster clinically relevant research partnerships, networks and synergies fueling nursing research and clinical innovation, enhancing knowledge translation, and supporting improved patient outcomes. The goal of this free monthly virtual speaker series is the creation of a space for clinicians, researchers, scholars, and students to share knowledge, expertise, insights, and questions to spark ideas and connection to strengthen nursing research and practice, building a strong nursing community across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Northwestern Ontario, and beyond! Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD, Associate Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, & Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre. We are booking presenters for the 2025 series. Please contact Diana at diana.mcmillan(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:diana.mcmillan@umanitoba.ca> if you are interested in sharing your research or innovation. Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD Associate Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba; Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg; & Research Affiliate, Manitoba Centre for Nursing and Health Research ** Please email as I am often working remotely or offsite. McMillan, D.E., Brown, D.B., Rieger, K.L., Duncan, G., Plouffe, J., Amadi, C.C., & Jafri, S. (2023). Patient and family perceptions of a discharge bedside board. Patient Education and Counseling - Innovation, 3, e100214. Elsevier, Online. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pecinn.2023.100214

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Donations Needed!
by Nursing Students' Association 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

Hi everyone, We are fourth-year nursing students, Sophia and Leigha, completing our community rotation at an agency working with newcomer refugee children and youth. As you may know, many refugee children and youth come from low-income families. As a result, it is often a struggle for families to provide essential school supplies required for academic success. We are seeking donations of school supplies which are listed in the poster attached to this email. These items will come in the form of backpack kits and given to children transitioning into our education system. The supplies donated will not only help the children and their education, but also the financial burden that their families may experience. There will be specially marked boxes outside of the NSA office in Helen Glass from February 5th to February 16th. All donation items must be new or unopened. Thank you for considering! Warm regards, Sophia & Leigha

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Winter/Spring 2024 Nursing Grad Fundraiser - Coal and Canary Candles!
by Hannah Shibou-Savoie 02 Feb '24

02 Feb '24

Hello Everyone! Light up your support for the Winter/Spring 2024 Graduating Nursing Class by purchasing a Coal and Canary Candle! This fundraiser is running from today, February 2nd until February 25th. Please see attached posters for details and the different candle scents available for purchase! All candles are $35 each. If you are interested in purchasing, please contact a student from our graduating class, a direct message to the NSA Instagram or myself, Hannah Shibou-Savoie. Instagram: @umanitobansa Telegram: @hshibousavoie Email: shibousa(a)myumanitoba.ca PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL. Thank you so much for all your support! Hannah Shibou-Savoie Grad & Pinning Chair Executive 2024

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CALL FOR STUDENT NOMINATIONS 2024
by Netha Dyck 01 Feb '24

01 Feb '24

COLLEGE OF NURSING Call for Student Nominations 2024 [A black and brown logo Description automatically generated] Dear Students, The College of Nursing continues to seek student nominees to fill the seats at the College of Nursing committees for the remainder of the 2023-2024 academic year. Nominate yourself or your peers by February 6, 2024, at https://forms.office.com/r/1CH0Vaxg0C. In case of a tie, an election will be held virtually. Another link will be sent separately. COLLEGE OF NURSING COMMITTEES - VACANCIES OVERVIEW Admissions & Advanced Standing Committee * 1 seat - Bachelor of Midwifery Program Student Professional Unsuitability Committee * 1 seat - Midwifery Program Student (3rd or 4th year) Anti-Racism Committee * 2 seats - Undergraduate/Graduate Student who self-identifies as racialized * 2 seats - Undergraduate/Graduate Student who self-identifies as Indigenous Faculty Search Committee * 1 seat - Undergraduate Student College of Nursing Student Advisory Council * Up to 10 seats - 2nd Year Bachelor of Nursing Program Student, Winnipeg site * Up to 10 seats - 3rd Year Bachelor of Nursing Program Student, Winnipeg site * Up to 10 seats - 4th Year Bachelor of Nursing Program Student, Winnipeg site * 2 seats - Bachelor of Midwifery Program Student Sincerely, On behalf of Netha Dyck Dean, College of Nursing Jessica Bonneteau (she/her) Executive Assistant to the Dean College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba Office 292 Helen Glass, 89 Curry Place Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 [um_logo_email_signature] Phone: 204.474.9848 jessica.bonneteau(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:jessica.bonneteau@umanitoba.ca> umanitoba.ca/nursing

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Indigenous Midwifery Peer Student Sessions
by Thara Wijewardana 26 Jan '24

26 Jan '24

[Invitation - Virtual Event Indigenous Midwifery Peer Student Sessions Wednesday, 31 January 2024 1:00-2:30 PM ET Virtual (Zoom)] [A picture containing logo Description automatically generated] [A blue and white text on a black background Description automatically generated] [Calling all Indigenous midwifery students! We have heard your feedback, and we want to offer one form of support in the short-term-monthly peer sessions guided by an Indigenous midwife. Building on recommendations from the gathering of university and apprentice Indigenous Midwifery Students held in October 2023, NCIM will host monthly student sessions between Jan-Mar 2024. An Indigenous midwife mentor will guide these discussions with students to connect with each other and share problems and solutions. NCIM will do our best to implement any feedback or recommendations from students on future sessions and supports.] DETAILS Ashley Lickers is a Cayuga Nation Indigenous Midwife, Educator, Community leader, and Midwifery Graduate Program Candidate. Ashley will guide a 90-minute peer discussion with Indigenous midwifery students to connect with each other and share problems and solutions. If you have an Indigenous student support person, they can advocate for you to have time off to attend. Do you have questions or comments? Please reach out to Ashley Lickers at ashleylickers(a)gmail.com<mailto:ashleylickers@gmail.com> ELIGIBILITY Must be NCIM members (students) to participate. Students will be offered $100.00 honorariums for participating. DATE & DETAILS 1:00-2:30 PM Eastern Time, Wednesday, January 31, 2024 Virtual Event (Zoom) Please register here <https://form.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx?s=bbe42007-bdbd-4c8b-9af4-99986f9840…> by Wednesday, January 31, 2024. More information will follow leading up to the session. This work is part of an NCIM and Canadian Association of Midwives (CAM) joint national project, titled "Dismantling Anti-Indigenous Racism in Reproductive Health Care (HC-AIR)". This Health Canada funded project aims to integrate cultural safety training across the life-cycle of midwifery education and practice, from pre-service to in-service education, including resources and tools to advance commitments to AIR in acute care settings. The competencies will be communicated to regulators of midwifery care for uptake into competency requirements. *Please do not reply to this email.* Do you have questions or comments? Please reach out to ashleylickers(a)gmail.com<mailto:ashleylickers@gmail.com>

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Vaccine Education Contest
by Olivia Molyneaux 19 Jan '24

19 Jan '24

Hi Nursing & Midwifery Students! The Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases (CVPD) and Emerging & Pandemic Infections Consortium (EPIC) have teamed up on an exciting new contest that may be of interest to you. "Explain It Like I'm 6: A Vaccine Education Contest" invites students at any Canadian university to submit a short essay, series of images, or short video explaining an aspect of vaccine science in a way that, as the title indicates, a 6-year-old would be able to understand. The deadline for submissions is March 1, 2024 @ 6pm ET. For full contest details, including prizes and submission form, see our contest website: https://epic.utoronto.ca/opportunities/cvpd-epic-vaccine-contest/ I have attached the education poster on this email for your review. **please DO NOT reply to this email** Best, Olivia Molyneaux (she/her) Interim Senior Stick | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba Email: molyneao(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:molyneao@myumanitoba.ca> Telegram: liv_moly [A logo with a monkey and a red cross Description automatically generated] [signature_2873495897]

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