Did you know nurses make up about half of Canada’s healthcare work force? They are the largest group of regulated health professionals, and in some remote areas, they may be the only healthcare providers around. Nurses have been on the front lines working tirelessly during the COVID-19 crisis, so I decided to poll some of …
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From Graduating to Securing an A-mazing Job in a Pandemic!
Photo by Vlada Karpovich on Pexels.com My name is Sarah and I started at Plan A Kitchener Waterloo & London as a Talent Acquisition Coordinator at the beginning of July. In April, I was a new graduate which was a very exciting time and a moment I had thought about a lot during my schooling. …
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It’s Okay to Cry
Photo by Gustavo Fring on Pexels.com My name is Jackie and I am the proud owner of Plan A Timmins and Peterborough! I am also a wife and the proud mother of 3 beautiful children. Now, I am sure I have captured the attention of all the parents out there and I’m sure you know exactly …
10 Steps to a Successful Digital Declutter
Last weekend when I was busy with my usual household tasks, I finally decided to spend a few hours of my life on decluttering my digital world. Truth is, I have been putting this off for months. I am so meticulous when it comes to organizing and tidying all other aspects of my life, but …
From Childhood to Adulthood: My Life in Long Term Care
My passion for residents in long term care started many years ago while watching my greatest inspiration provide quality care for our aging population. This is my story… I grew up in a small community outside of Bowmanville, Ontario. Both my parents worked full-time—my father as a calm and understanding high school teacher, and my …
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My Anxiety Board: Staying Grounded During Uncertain Times
Today, I wanted to share the anxiety board I made to help me stay grounded during this uncertain time. I reflect upon it daily as a reminder that this will pass. Some of the items I included on my board were positive quotes, daily reminders of things I need to do to stay in a …
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Self-Care Tips for Social Distancing
While we all work to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by practicing social distancing, we recognize the importance of self-care during this time. Make your mental health a priority by implementing these tips into your daily life: 1. Stay informed by gathering information only from credible sources such as local and provincial health agencies and …
Reduce the Risk of COVID-19 as a Health Care Professional
At Plan A, we see and appreciate all health care professionals working on the frontlines and helping to fight the battle against COVID-19. We thank you for your effort and dedication during this difficult time. We want each of you to stay safe and healthy while you continue to deliver quality care to those who …
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Ask An A Teamer: Kelly Kim, Kelechi & Jocelyn
At Plan A, we're always striving to do whatever we can to ensure that we're providing the #BestJobEver for our PSWs and Nurses. Check out our “Ask an A Teamer” series where we asked our pool of health care professionals a few questions to learn more about them personally and their thoughts on being a …
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Ask An A Teamer: Lisa, Shannon & Roxanne
At Plan A, we're always striving to do whatever we can to ensure that we're providing the #BestJobEver for our PSWs and Nurses. Check out our “Ask an A Teamer” series where we asked our pool of health care professionals a few questions to learn more about them personally and their thoughts on being a …
