Case Scenario
Why is the RN so stressed?
The unit is understaffed
CRITICAL THINKING: What does IEN stand for?
Internationally Educated Nurses
True or False: Policy change is the key to easing transition into the workforce for IEN?
TRUE!
What were the three roles of the care team?
PSW, Caregiver, RN
What gaps do IEN fill?
Understaffing/Nursing shortage
What is the name of the program which helps IEN gain licensure more quickly?
Transition to Practice Programs (CNO)
How many years of experience did the caretaker and PSW have as nurses before living in Canada?
over 5 years, 10 years
According to the Canadian Federation of Nurses Union, what types of roles are IEN forced to work before licensure?
Lower-skilled jobs (PSW, medical aids, caretakers, etc.)
Do you think Transition to Practice Programs are mostly beneficial? Provide ONE brief reason for yes/no.
Answer
Provide 2 reasons why IENs experience long wait times to receive Canadian licensure.
Long processing times, exams, reaccreditation, language and financial barriers, and limited navigation resources.
What percentage of IEN in Ontario have not begun the registration process, according to the World Education Services?
~50%
Why is it important for nurses to complete a Transition to Practice Program? Please provide 1-2 BRIEF sentences.
Answer
According to the Canadian Nurses Union Foundation, what is deskilling?
Losing clinical skills due to minimal practice.
THINK BEYOND THE VIDEO: What are two specific language barriers that IEN nurses share with nursing students and non-healthcare staff, according to Joan Tate?
How do Transition to Practice Programs help IEN gain licensure with proven competency?
Theory and 400 hours of clinical placement.