Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen has issued an order that will allow former registered nurses to apply to return to work with a temporary registration during the pandemic.
“We know many former registered nurses have already contacted us offering support to their colleagues during this very difficult time,” said Friesen. “By coming together and taking the right steps, we can make a real difference and help the health-care system be prepared for the hard work ahead.”
The order will remain in place until there in no longer a serious and immediate threat to public health.
Registration fees will be waived for former registrants of the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba who apply for temporary registration.
“We know the pandemic will place additional strain on the health-care system, and we’re making this regulatory change to ensure former nurses can be called upon to bolster the number of nurses in our hospitals, personal care homes and clinics to provide services to patients,” said Friesen. “I want to thank the College of Registered Nurses and their registrants for working with us to make sure we can prepare for the challenges we face and ensure the safe care of Manitoba patients.”
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