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Clint Blok, a registered nurse who has been with Interior Health for 11 years, enjoys making connections with both his patients and fellow health-care workers.
… with the entire team, leading meetings and preparing for accreditation. “I take great pride in helping those in … our shift and debriefing, we all felt like we did our best and built strong relationships and confidence in one … interesting," he said. "Plus I couldn’t stand in one spot for hours at a time!” Clint originally hails from Ontario, …
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Learn about our secure messaging and notification system with integrated on-call scheduling.
… reliable and protects patient information, thus allowing for the full disclosure of clinical information amongst … Phone, Tablet, etc.) Uses existing IH Authentication for Access ADT notifications available according to physician … to 0600 Blackout Group Using a Browser to Access MBMD MBMD Best Practice Items MBMD Smartphone User Orientation  (16 …
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Delirium is a sudden onset of confusion and altered behaviour, and is easily confused with dementia. Know the signs and symptoms, and what to do.
… react to the symptoms of delirium, the better the outcomes for the patient. If we let the cause of the delirium go on … Even health-care professionals can mistake delirium for dementia, especially in the older adult population. We … to raise awareness of the latest research, guidelines, and best practices in the field. Mary Kjorven, R,N BsN, MsN, PhD …
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Access applications for the Meditech health information system used by physicians, midwives, nurse practitioners, medical students and dentists.
… or view all document types. PDF Resources Request - Form for Electronic Documentation Access Electronic Incomplete … Direct - General Dictation Habits and Documentation Best Practices Guide - Fluency Direct Documentation Guide – Fluency Direct Installation for macOS Guide – Fluency Direct Installation for Windows …
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Craig Paynton is corporate director, support services, and is based in Kelowna. IH has allowed him to live his values of family, kindness, nature and learning.
… to combine his desire to help others with his passion for business, all while living out his values.  … IH has … my values of family, kindness, nature and learning, and for that I am thankful. What inspires me most are the … self, which for me is kind, caring and supportive. The best thing I can do for myself – and others – is be me.” When …
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Body image is how a person perceives and feels about their appearance. It’s important to embrace our differences to see how uniqueness enhances life experience.
… have, and teach others, about body positivity is important for communities, parents, guardians, and educators alike. T … functionality. Self-compassion is a skill – be your own best friend and champion Self-compassion is self-kindness + … To learn more about Interior Health’s recommendations for nutrition, visit our n utrition and food security page. … …
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Whether representing IH at Kelowna Pride, skiing at Big White, or zooming down mountain bike trails, Isla Coombs is an energetic member of her community.
… Quesnel, B.C., Isla has worked in human resources (HR) for 10 years, primarily in the tourism and hospitality … decided to start working in health care in a critical time for all of us, joining IH as a member of the benefits … our staff is paramount to them being able to provide the best possible patient outcomes,” says Isla. Isla now works in …
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Mar. 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility. We met with Sage Thomas, a youth substance use clinician, to talk about his experience as a trans man.
… in places like the U.S., it’s becoming more important for me to be visible as a trans person in general, and as a … and helped to expand my reality of what was possible for gender-diverse folks. It’s essential to show people in … for their pronouns, please respect their truth and do your best to honour the pronouns they use. And check out Trans …
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Chantal’s path to health care was shaped by a deep desire to help others through some of their hardest moments.
… weeks of owning her mare, she placed first in her class for reining—an achievement made even sweeter when the judge told her it was the best run of the day. Whether she’s helping a patient feel …
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Inspired by her community, and what quality of life can be, Marie began her career in health care to broaden her understanding of what well-being truly means.
… but to explore as many different avenues as she could. For the first five years after graduation, that's exactly … who make things possible, who solve problems, who advocate for patient needs and who shorten the stay of those in our … that are important to her site, Poplar Ridge. “The best part of my day is spending time with those in care at …