ORNAA News
Join your peers on Discord! - Posted 2024-04-18 12:23:52 |
JOIN US ON DISCORD!
H.O.R.N. (HELPING OPERATING ROOM NURSES) This is a group supporting all perioperative nurses. The purpose of this group is to provide a safe space for perioperative nursing staff to gather and discuss their successes and challenges in the perioperative setting. Group facilitators are experienced perioperative nurses who have leadership and teaching experience ranging from 5 to 20+ years. Please email Lindsay to get the discord group link (valid for 7 days) at lindsay.giese2@albertahealthservices.ca
Online code of conduct in place
Will have a voice chat meeting every 6-8 weeks. Discord advantages: 1. Free to join! 2. Names can be completely anonymous if you choose. 3. Ongoing text chat channels and Voice chat option. 4. Mobile app Text chat channel names can be changed/added. We want the format to meet the needs of the group members. This group is open to all perioperative nurses within Alberta. You do not need to be an ORNAC member. |
CNA CERTIFICATION: COMMIT TO EXCELLENCE - Posted 2019-03-20 16:08:28 |
What distinguishes CNA-certified nurses
• Advanced clinical expertise with a commitment to lifelong learning • Recognized specialty knowledge, authenticated by exacting national standards • Dedication to evidence-based care and patient safety What employers of certified nurses are saying about certification • Confirms an RN’s enhanced competency and specialized knowledge • Helps to recruit and retain the best nurses • Fosters safe, high-quality care and raises the entire education culture
IMPORTANT DATES
SPRING 2019
Application window to write or renew by exam › January 10 – March 31
Exam window › May 1 – 15
FALL 2019
Application window to write or renew by exam › June 3 – September 12
Exam window › November 1 – 15 Deadline to renew by continuous learning › November 1 Apply by June 1 to save 10% on your renewal fee
SPRING 2020
Application window to write or renew by exam › January 9 – March 2
Exam window › May 1 – 15 Note: Once CNA certified, your CPN(C) credential is valid for a five-year term.
Poster Download: http://www.ornaa.org/2019_CNA_Certification.pdf
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November 2017 Nurses Week - Posted 2017-11-21 11:13:52 |
I am pleased to announce that the honourable Sarah Hoffman,Minister of Health, is proud to
declare November 6-10, 2017 as Perioperative Nurses Week in Alberta. Barbara Mushayandebvu, ORNAC President, Rana Sleiman, ORNAA President, and Darlene Rikley, Alberta Director of ORNAC had the pleasure of being part of the proclamation at the Alberta Legislature on November 7th, 2017. See video for legislature introduction and images of the proclamation and the faces of our representatives! Rana Sleiman ORNAA President ![]() |
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