Osler nurses are an experienced, caring and highly motivated group of professionals. Their knowledge and skill make a difference, as they work with patients 24 hours a day to support, comfort and provide expert care to individuals and family members. Osler nurses can be found in the operating room, at the bedside, in outpatient clinics and in advisory roles promoting wellness and healthy families.
A human touch amidst technology for a critically ill patient, a reassuring smile for a sick child, a mentor, a teacher and a friend, Osler Nurses are Here for you... caring for you.
In recent years the pattern of nursing practice has changed significantly with the influx of new medications, increasing intensity of care, new technologies, and emerging diseases. The communities served by William Osler Health System continue to grow and and an increasing number of people are looking to us to provide the health care services they need. Through all the challenges that come with community growth and expansion of services, Osler's outstanding health care professionals continue to care for patients and families with warmth and compassion.
Our vision for nursing at William Osler Health System is to provide safe, high quality, patient-centred care and to create a supportive and empowering workplace for nursing staff.
In support of our nurses Osler recently introduced the Clinical Resource Team (CRT). Comprised of Osler professionals trained to provide care in a variety of services, the CRT includes New Graduate Nurses, Registered Nurses,and Registered Practical Nurses who are deployed to fill unexpected absences and help units when acuity or volumes suddenly increase.
In-house career planning and development sessions provide nurses with the opportunity to examine their career goals and explore the many career options within our organization. To support our nurses' career development, we offer an on-site Diploma to the BScN program as well as many other certification courses.
Osler's innovative Simulation Lab allows nurses to learn in a simulated environment to enhance critical thinking, knowledge and confidence.
We support the future of Osler nurses by offering new job options and comprehensive orientation and educational programs. As well, we provide novice and experienced mid and late-career nurses with innovative project and leadership opportunities.
As Chief Nursing Executive I am committed to managing workloads through the recruitment and training of more nurses, increasing education and learning opportunities, and improving the quality of nursing work life.
To each and every one of our nurses I want to say THANK YOU for your commitment to our community and to William Osler Health Centre. You truly live our value statement, ‘Here for you...caring for you'.
Dawne Barbieri
Chief Nursing Executive
William Osler Health System
