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During a pandemic, a number of factors, such as a shortage of staff or hospital resources, may contribute to challenges in applying the College’s practice standards. Proper planning is key to determining how well a facility and its nursing staff will manage these factors.
In the event that a pandemic is declared by the provincial Ministry of Health, the College of Nurses has a number of resources that can help nurses understand their responsibilities during a large-scale health emergency.
These resources will help you learn what the College expects from nurses during a pandemic, as well as the practice standards and guidelines that are particularly relevant to nursing during such an emergency.
For pandemic preparation support specific to your sector, contact an Outreach Consultant.
Nursing During a Pandemic FAQsVolunteering During a Pandemic FAQsPandemic ScenariosFact sheet: Preparing for an Influenza Pandemic Practice Standard: Infection Prevention and ControlPractice Guidelines: Refusing Assignments and Discontinuing Nursing Services
Sign Up to Receive Important Health Notices from MOHLTCImportant Notices – Ministry of Health and Long-Term CareEmergency Planning and PreparednessOntario Ministry of Health Pandemic Resources
Public Health Agency of CanadaCanadian Pandemic Influenza Plan for the Health Sector
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