An orientation and integration program supports each new member of the nursing staff as they settle in, discover our organizational culture, and equip themselves with the tools they need for a safe and fulfilling practice.

This program includes: welcome days, theoretical training, targeted learning based on areas of expertise, interactive workshops, and online modules.

• Nurse educators are present on the majority of units.
• Clinical support with nurse educators is available by site – nights and weekends.
• The Genesis Program supports newly-hired nursing staff after the orientation period by offering a safe space to share experiences, connect with managers, and strengthen their practice through simulations, games and case studies that are tailored to their individual needs. 

• Workshops and training opportunities are offered throughout the year to nurses and licensed practical nurses (LPN), regardless of experience level.
  • List of educational activities: courses, workshops, training sessions
    • Various online learning modules
    • Workshops offered at the MUHC
       
• We suggest specific programs to develop skills and encourage excellence in patient care.
  • Career Pathways: Support the professional development of experienced nurses (2 years and more) who want to explore new roles in nursing care. Offering 10 specialized pathways, they encourage the development of clinical skills, autonomy and engagement.
  • Bursaries for higher education (Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate)
  • Crescendo Program for externs and nurses completing their DEC-BAC at McGill University.
  • Mentorship for new nurses with the Comité de la relève infirmière (CRI): Allows experienced nurses to share their knowledge with colleagues at the beginning of their career, while recognizing their training and skills. It supports confidence building, team integration, a positive attitude, a healthy work-life balance. 

• Advanced Practice Nurses (APN) – or Specialized Nurse Clinicians – all hold a Master’s in Nursing Science and possess key expertise in caring for patients and populations considered vulnerable and requiring complex-care. Advanced Practice Nurses support the organization, Nursing Directorate teams and frontline staff by overseeing the implementation of best practices. They also lead continuous improvement projects aimed at optimizing care, processes, and work conditions.
• Specialized Nurse Practitioners (SNP) provide autonomous, comprehensive and patient-centered care in direct collaboration with inter-professional teams. Their practice is continuously evolving in response to clinical needs and scientific advancements. Their specialties cover: adult care (IPSSA), primary care (IPSPL), pediatric care (IPSSP), neonatology (IPSNN), and mental health (IPSSM). Their expertise means they play a key role in the continuous improvement of the quality of care and the optimization of hospital resources.
• Nursing Consultants are essential educational resources who support the nursing teams on the units. They contribute to care quality by keeping staff informed of clinical directives, policy changes, and best practices. They play an important role in the orientation and integration of new staff on the units, and in their professional development. They use various teaching methods to provide theoretical training, they help to develop the Nursing Directorate’s orientation programs and workshops in support of professional development, and they ensure safe, high-quality patient care. They are also a clinical resource for care teams and collaborate with various network professionals and partners to review care methods and protocols.

Our clinical practices are continuously updated through the use of a rigorous peer review and approval process for documents related to clinical practice and the administration of medications. This includes policies, clinical protocols and procedures, pre-printed orders, all standing orders and clinical guidelines.

We value and recognize the skills and dedication of our nursing staff, as well as their essential contribution to the quality of care and innovation at the MUHC. This is why, each year, 12 Nursing Awards of Excellence are presented, along with articles and videos highlighting nurses who have made their mark on the MUHC. 

• Nursing Week 

Each year, Nursing Week pays tribute to the contributions of all nursing staff and to the spirit of solidarity they embody. This event brings the entire nursing staff together for fun and educational activities that foster inter-professional exchanges and team building. 

A peek at Nursing Week. 

• The 12 annual Nursing Awards of Excellence 

These awards are the culmination of Nursing Week. Distributed among the various nursing professions and awarded based on peer nominations, the awards recognize the outstanding contributions of those who shine each day because of their expertise and dedication – both to patients and to their colleagues. 

More on the Nursing Awards of Excellence. 

• Articles and videos 

Nursing staff who have distinguished themselves through their commitment and excellence are featured in articles and videos highlighting their stories and achievements. These inspiring portraits, published internally, on the MUHC website and on social media, showcase nursing excellence at the MUHC to the wider community. 

More on Nursing News.