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April 17, 2024

Introducing Island Health's 2024/25 Priorities and Goals

Read about the biannual Leadership Summit to reflect back on 2023/24 and to transition to the 2024/25 organization-wide priorities, outcome goals and infrastructure requirements to create organization alignment.

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April 17, 2024

Nanaimo Cancer Centre one step closer

People are one step closer to accessing enhanced cancer care services as a business plan for the new BC Cancer centre at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) has been approved.

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April 17, 2024

Island Health Magazine - Spring Issue is now available

The Spring Issue of Island Health Magazine explores Hospital at Home nursing, virtual care's impact on mental health, and the expanding roles of Nurse Practitioners. Dive into recent events like Code Hack 2024 and the Climate Change and Community Health Gathering, plus find healthy recipes and lifestyle tips.

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April 16, 2024

Last Chance: Complete the 2nd IHealth Readiness Survey Today

Wednesday, April 17, is the last chance for staff at South Island sites preparing for the IHealth Go-Live in May and June to provide their feedback in the second IHealth Readiness Survey.

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April 16, 2024

Island Health’s New Onboarding Team Expands

The team for Recruitment Marketing and Onboarding Services, under the Health Human Resources Initiative, now ensures smooth delivery and enhancement of the Pathway to C.A.R.E. program for new hires and retention.

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April 16, 2024

IHealth News Brief

Information in this brief includes: Go-Live Dates for Tertiary Site Activation/Computerized Provider Order Entry, and Complete mandatory education steps to prepare for Go-Live.

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April 12, 2024

Celebrating National Medical Laboratory Week at Island Health

It's National Medical Laboratory Week across Canada from April 14 to 20! This is an annual celebration of medical laboratory professionals in recognition of the vital contributions they make to provincial healthcare and to the health and wellness of British Columbians.

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April 11, 2024

Province takes more actions to strengthen primary care for people

Patients looking for a family physician or a nurse practitioner will be better supported, as the Province provides an update on the work already underway and introduces new digital tools for providers to improve and speed up the connection process.

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April 9, 2024

March MHSU Newsletter

March highlights include: Young Adult Unit at RJH, Supporting MHSU Allyship Journey, and Cowichan Lodge Welcomes MHSU Pilot Program LPN Learners.

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April 9, 2024

Please Complete: 2nd IHealth Readiness Survey

The following has been sent on behalf of Drs. Hayley Bos and Chloe Lemire-Elmore (VGH) and Dr. Brian Mc Ardle (RJH), Medical Chiefs of Staff. Deadline is April 17, 2024.

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