B6: Redesigning Home Care Nursing Orientation: A Sustainable, Personable, and Nurse-Focused Approach to Learning in a Practice Area Without Walls

A less experienced and highly diverse workforce caring for complex patients in the community has inspired us to push the reset button on our long-standing accelerated nursing orientation program and design a 12-month, welcoming and inclusive environment that enhances employee engagement, retention, and performance.

Tammy Rooke, RN, BScN, MN, CarePartners
Tammy Rooke, RN BScN MN CCHN(c) is the Director of Learning and Education at CarePartners, a home care service provider organization offering nursing, personal support, and allied health services across Ontario. In her role, Tammy leads a team in the development and execution of various learning programs aimed at enhancing talent development within the organization. She is known for designing training programs grounded in adult learning principles and aligned with organizational objectives while leveraging best practices and innovative methodologies to create engaging and impactful learning experiences.

Tammy is a Registered Nurse with a Masters in Nursing from Western University and an active member of various professional groups. Her diverse background includes experience in acute care and clinical research. In addition to her role at CarePartners, Tammy is also a Professor of Nursing in the academic setting. Passionate about lifelong learning, she is dedicated to empowering nurses through education and mentorship.