Question: In my practice, I may be asked to provide care to patients who are non-residents1 of Canada and do not have access to public health insurance. Am I eligible for CNPS protection? Answer: Nurses providing care to non-residents of Canada remain eligible for CNPS protection, provided that a legal or regulatory proceeding arises from…
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Question: I am a Canadian nurse currently working outside of Canada. Am I eligible for CNPS protection? Answer: CNPS beneficiaries working outside of Canada remain eligible for assistance, provided that the claim was commenced in Canada, they were a CNPS beneficiary at the time of the events giving rise to the proceedings and they were…
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This article was published in May 2020 and reflects information current at the time of publication. Nurses are a key asset during a pandemic Prior to becoming licensed in any registration category, nurses complete years of education, pass exams, and then undertake continuing professional development throughout their professional careers. Nursing knowledge and skills are accompanied…
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