Shared on behalf of Dawna Perry, Director Nursing Practice
As part of our organizations realignment of portfolios and positions to support the directions identified in TBRHSC’s Strategic Plan 2026, we are pleased to share the following changes to the NRT and Staffing Office portfolios.
As of August 15, 2022 the leadership for the Staffing Office and NRT will be realigned to be led by separate managers.
Rita Grenier-Buchan has accepted the role of Manager, Staffing Office. Rita is well known to the organization holding various roles throughout her career. In 2012, she led the development of the Virtual Nursing Unit which over the years developed into the NRT. For the past seven years Rita has provided management to both the NRT and the Staffing Office. As the Manager of the Staffing Office, Rita will focus on staffing projects that support efficiencies, scheduling and improving staff experience such as bringing our new scheduling and call out software to fruition.
Jordan Stokes has accepted the position Manager, Nursing Resource Team. Jordan joined the NRT team in 2018 as the Practice Coordinator. As the Practice Coordinator, Jordan was responsible for overseeing the clinical practice and development of the NRT staff in conjunction with the NRT manager. In the last year Jordan has taken on addition responsibilities, such as overseeing the expansion of the Unit Care Aide role through the Ontario Ministry of Health Extern Program. In addition to the day-to-day operational activities of the NRT, Jordan’s focus will be on advancing our ongoing Staffing Projects improving the NRT’s organizational support.
Please take a moment to help our team congratulate Rita and Jordan on their changing roles.