Calling all Hamilton Nurses & Nursing Students!
Join us at the RNAO Annual General Meeting (AGM) on May 29 & 30, 2025.
This is your opportunity to:
—> Shape Nursing Policy: We are actively seeking more Consultation Representatives to vote on important resolutions. Your voice is critical—applications are due by April 1, 2025.
—> Support Hamilton's Resolution: Proudly submitted by Ashley Fry-O'Rourke, RN & Trinity Schenk, RN, addressing Ontario's urgent need for mandatory nurse-to-patient ratios. Let’s rally together and make a difference! (Detailed resolution below.)
Students, This is for You!
Take advantage of the Student Board of Directors Placement—an incredible leadership opportunity to amplify your impact. Applications are due April 11, 2025. Apply here
Interested but need more info?
Funding Available: Financial support for attendance is provided, guidelines here: see reimbursement guidelines
Registration as a consultation representative is on a first come, first serve basis by using this link: https://myrnao.ca/consultation_reps_2025
We’re here to help! Contact us at rnaoham@gmail.com for any questions.
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Hamilton's Resolution:
The Ontario healthcare system faces ongoing challenges due to COVID-19 and chronic underfunding, resulting in Ontario having Canada's lowest RN-to-capita ratio. To match other Canadian provinces, Ontario urgently needs an additional 25,000 RNs. Heavy workloads lead to nurse burnout, increased mental health challenges, physical injuries, and declining patient care quality, including higher mortality rates, readmissions, and financial strain on healthcare systems.
Multiple regions globally, including California, have successfully implemented mandatory nurse-to-patient ratios, significantly improving nurse retention, reducing occupational injuries, and enhancing patient care quality. Hamilton's resolution calls for similar measures to support nurses and safeguard patient outcomes in Ontario.
Why Attend the AGM?
Network, engage with peers, and influence nursing practices in Ontario. Your involvement is critical in advocating for meaningful change and better healthcare outcomes.
Let’s support Hamilton’s nursing leaders, Ashley and Trinity, in advocating for safer staffing ratios that protect both nurses and patients.
Thank you for your dedication and support!
Warm regards,
RNAO Hamilton Chapter