Andrea BaumannMcMaster University, Nursing Health Services Research Unit

Plenary IV: Research on Impacts and Outcomes

Dr. Andrea BaumannTHURSDAY MARCH 2, 2017

Touchstone Institute Annual Symposium Perspectives on Successful Transitions for Internationally Educated

Health Professionals Plenary IV: Research on Impacts and Outcomes

Nursing Job Posting Ontario, 2015PROJECT 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

Eight Key Elements for Successful IEN Integration

BEST PRACTICES FOR EMPLOYERS: HIRING AND INTEGRATING IENS

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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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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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Andrea Baumann, RN PhDScientific Director

Nursing Health Services Research UnitMcMaster University

(905) 525-9140 ext. 22581baumanna@mcmaster.ca

www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/nhsru/index.html

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