Have you registered?
We are less than ONE month away!
Register today using this link: https://www.eventbookings.com/b/event/2024-primary-care-nurses-of-ontario-biennial-conference
Don't forget to use your discount code! The code is: MEMBER2024
We have had to make a few changes, so please see the updated agenda attached.
Questions? Email info@pcno.ca
Do you enjoy speaking out for nurses, health and health care? Have you considered of making a difference and would like to assist us in our mission to support all nurses working in primary care (RNs, RPNs and NPs), for health promotion and health education?
We welcome members to join the Primary Care Nurses' of Ontario (PCNO) executive!
Call for nominations are now being accepted for the positions below for a two-year office unless otherwise stated. (Note: at the termination of the two-year term, you are eligible to stand for a second term of two years).
PCNO Biennial Conference registration is open! Don't forget to use your discount member code: MEMBER24
Who is it for? Primary care nurses (RNs, RPNs and NPs)
When? October 25–26, 2024
Do you enjoy speaking out for nurses, health and health care? Have you considered of making a difference and would like to assist us in our mission to support all nurses working in primary care (RNs, RPNs and NPs), for health promotion and health education?
We welcome members to join the Primary Care Nurses' of Ontario (PCNO) executive!
Call for nominations are now being accepted for the positions below for a two-year office unless otherwise stated. (Note: at the termination of the two-year term, you are eligible to stand for a second term of two years).
Registration for the University of Windsor's FREE RN Prescribing Course has reopened this week!
https://continue.uwindsor.ca/622/ontario-university-consortium-rn-prescribing-education-program
There are options for both fall and winter terms.
It takes just minutes to register. You have to register from a desktop as the website does not allow you to upload photo ID from a mobile device. Sign up ASAP before it's full!
Good afternoon,
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will be rescheduling the AGM. However, the PCNO Executives will still be present on the Zoom call if members would like to drop in to network from 9-10:30, Saturday June 22. Updates on the new AGM date will come soon.
PCNO Executives
Please join us for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 22 for your opportunity to network and discuss with your executive and fellow primary care nurses from around the province. The AGM will take place from 9–10 a.m., where updates will be shared from your executive and review of by-laws. The agenda will be sent out to members shortly.
After the AGM, we are trying to plan an education session from 10–11 a.m. Details will be shared as soon as they become available.
Hello all,
Early bird pricing for the biennial conference taking place Oct. 25 & 26 has been extended for members only until Sunday, June 30.
Early bird member pricing is $339, and the discount code is TILDA 2024
Effective July 1, the full member pricing of $389 will be in place.
See attached files for the agenda for both days. Three more concurrent sessions will be announced over the summer.
You will also find attached a file to share the conference details with colleagues/networks.
This two-day conference will include a variety of educational opportunities for nurses as well as networking with other nurses and our booth sponsors.
Early bird pricing is on until June 9!
https://www.eventbookings.com/b/event/2024-primary-care-nurses-of-ontario-biennial-conference
Early bird member pricing is $339.The discount code is TILDA 2024
Effective June 10, the full member pricing of $389 will be in place.
Members,
Your profound passion for the profession shines through as you offer care
from the earliest stages of life to the final moments. By working to your
fullest capacity, you enhance the value of the entire health-care system, all while
acknowledging the intricate emotions stemming from its challenges.
Despite frequently being disregarded by the Ontario government, you persist
in demonstrating resilience in our challenging profession.
Hi All,
We are finally ready to open registration for the 2024 Biennial Primary Care Nurses of Ontario (PCNO) Conference.
https://www.eventbookings.com/b/event/2024-primary-care-nurses-of-ontario-biennial-conference
Early bird member pricing is $339, and available until June 9. The discount code is TILDA 2024
Effective June 10, the full member pricing of $389 will be in place.
See attached files for full details.
Hello Members,
We are pleased to announce the following speakers for Friday, October 25th!
Registration and more speakers coming soon...
Attention PCNO members,
Did you know that as an annual PCNO subscribed member, you also have a 23/24 membership with the Canadian Family Practice Nursing Association (CFPNA) as part of your PCNO membership fees?
Please complete your CFPNA subscription. Only those PCNO nurses who are fully-subscribed CFPNA members can access CFPNA members-only web content. pages. And, CFNPA members are also eligible to participate in the Team Primary Care Nurse Post-Licensure Educational Program
Dear members,
Team Primary Care / Équipe de soins primaires has issued a national call to action - please read below, and consider signing and sharing. For more information, see the Team Primary Care website.
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It’s time to invest in team-based primary care and the training for health professionals who provide it.
The Primary Care Vision for Canada
Hello Members!
We are happy to announce our bi-annual conference this October, at the Doubletree Hilton Toronto Downtown!
See the poster, please share it with your co-workers.
Registration and hotel details to be announced soon.
Hello PCNO members,
Your executive are thrilled about todays announcement from Minister Jones, the start of an investment into primary care. We were very happy to see this announcement took place in a family health team location in Peterborough.
Read the government's full news release.
Your executive will continue to advocate for primary care nurses with our government. Some of us will be at Queen's Park in February.
On Jan. 19, ten provincial community health care associations, spanning 1,300 member agencies, presented a joint submission to the Ministry of Finance as part of the 2024-25 budget consultation.
“The community health workforce remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of Ontarians. However, in light of the rising cost of living, a sustainable approach to addressing the wage gap is critical in ensuring the continued delivery of safe and high-quality community health services.”
Attached you will find the full submission.
Hello PCNO members,
You may be eligible for complimentary online person-centered decision-making education or palliative care education offered by Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO).
A limited number of spaces are available for Ontario-based providers or administrators to complete training by March 31, 2024. See the attachment for more details.
Hello PCNO members,
Please see attached for a January education session.
Hello PCNO members,
Welcome to those new members and welcome back to those who have been with us! Read on for some some important news and updates.
Call-out for volunteers
Your executive team has shrunk, so we are looking for those who would like to join in any capacity. Help out with events or newsletters, write advocacy pieces – the options are unlimited. Please reach out (info@pcno.ca).
2024 bi-annual conference planning