In this presentation, you will learn about a novel strategy to promote engagement and retention. “Stay interviews” are structured discussions to understand why staff stay at organizations, and what leaders can do to strengthen their engagement and retention. Join to learn more about this strategy to address current staffing challenges.
Angel Wang, RN, BScN, MN, Corporate Professional Practice Leader; Manager, Nursing Innovation and Academic Affairs, Michael Garron Hospital
Angel Wang received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master’s degree in Nursing (thesis stream) at Toronto Metropolitan University, and is currently enrolled in the PhD in Nursing program at Queen’s University. Angel has experience in various roles across the nursing continuum, spanning research, education, administration, and clinical practice. Angel is deeply passionate about elevating nurses, nursing professional practice, and nursing scholarship to further benefit patient care as well as to enhance outcomes for nurses, organizations, and the healthcare system as a whole.
Christine Devine, BA, Senior Wellness and Retention Specialist, Michael Garron Hospital
Christine is a 23 year veteran of the fitness industry. She has worked extensively with the Mental Health Commission of Canada building psychological health and safety into Wellness programming at Michael Garron Hospital. She co-chairs the Workplace Mental Health and Clinician Wellness Committees and is the chair/lead facilitator for MGH’s Schwartz Rounds™. Christine is an accredited instructor in Emotional Intelligence, Workplace Violence Prevention, Compassion Fatigue and holds a certification in High Performance Coaching from Smith School of Business.
Co-Authors
Angel Wang, RN, BScN, MN, Corporate Professional Practice Leader and Manager, Nursing Innovation and Academic Affairs, Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto
Christine Devine, BA, Senior Wellness and Retention Specialist, Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto
Lorrie Hamilton, RN, BScN, MHSc (bioethics), Director of Patient Experience, Ethics, Nursing Practice and Education, Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto
Mikki Layton, MN, NP-Adult, CON(C), CHPCN(C), Chief Nurse Executive, Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto
Igor Feigin RN, BA, Manager, Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto