Guest Blog by Doris Grinspun, RN, MSN, PhD, LLD(hon), O.ONT.  Executive Director, RNAO Dick Davis points to physicians, pharmacies and dentistry as examples of how there is nothing “wrong” with for-profit health care. With respect, it is the myth that … Continue reading →

The complexity of our health care system raises its head everywhere. In February 2012, the Canadian Institute for Healthcare Information (CIHI) released its annual update on nursing supply, which provides statistics on the numbers of nurses, registered nurses (RN), practical … Continue reading →

If you’re suffering from illness or injury, or need surgery, a hospital is the best place to be. However, most people don’t enjoy hearing that they need an extended hospital stay. On top of worrying about their health problems, many … Continue reading →

A while ago, I wrote a column in the Nursing Leadership Journal by Long woods Publishing about the trend and the value of executives who are also clinicians.  While I continue to believe that the clinical discipline adds value to … Continue reading →

Holidays are over now and we’re in the depths of the dark winter months. But they don’t last forever! I hope all of you were able to take some time for yourselves and your family, and get some exercise and … Continue reading →