A unique career opportunity
Expanded role training
Remote nursing practice in northern regions and aboriginal communities is a demanding and challenging field. Nurses working in these regions must be self-sufficient, competent and versatile, capable of providing advanced nursing care and making critical decisions in the absence of on-site physicians. If you're a passionate nurse ready to take on new challenges, Omicron's expanded role training can help you realize your full potential.
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Answer the call from the North!
Discover a rewarding nursing career in Northern Quebec with Clinique Omicron. Our training, recognized by theAssociation des infirmières et infirmiers en rôle élargi du Québec (AIIREQ) prepares nurses to serve effectively in remote communities. This comprehensive program includes hands-on training tailored to the needs of these communities. Answer the call of the North today.
Training objectives
Our expanded role training for nurses is a unique opportunity to acquire the skills needed to practice nursing in remote areas. It enables nurses to develop professionally and become autonomous and competent in their practice. The training is recognized byAssociation des Infirmières et Infirmiers en Rôle Élargi du Québec (AIIREQ) and meets the standards and requirements of nursing practice in remote areas of Northern Quebec and Aboriginal communities.
Training autonomous, competent and versatile nurses for remote regions of Quebec
Training recognized by the Association des Infirmières et Infirmiers en Rôle Élargi du Québec (AIIREQ)
Develop skills in health care assessment, diagnosis, planning and follow-up
Offer practical and theoretical training focused on the needs of Aboriginal communities
Provide skills specific to nursing practice in remote settings, such as the use of treatment guides and autonomous decision-making.
Expanded role
Training program
Our expanded role training program for nurses includes 160 hours of training designed to prepare nurses for expanded role practice, enabling them to provide advanced nursing care in remote areas and in aboriginal communities. The training is regularly updated to reflect new practices in the profession.
Frequently asked questions
Clinique Omicron offers specialized training for nurses wishing to practice in remote areas. Acquire advanced skills in care, autonomous decision-making and emergency management.
Expanded role training prepares nurses to work in remote regions, particularly in Northern Quebec and Aboriginal communities. It provides advanced skills in clinical assessment, autonomous decision-making, acute care and emergency management, often in the absence of physicians.
This course is designed for registered nurses (RNs) and registered practical nurses (RPNs) who wish to practice in a broader care setting. It is ideal for those seeking to develop their autonomy and practice in isolated environments with increased responsibilities.
Candidates must be members in good standing of the Ordre des Infirmières et Infirmiers du Québec (OIIQ) and have relevant clinical experience. Additional training, such as ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), may be an asset.
- Access to unique nursing job opportunities in the Far North.
- Greater professional autonomy with expanded responsibilities.
- Training recognized by the Association des Infirmières et Infirmiers en Rôle Élargi du Québec (AIIREQ).
- Development of advanced skills in emergency management, pharmacology and community health.
- Opportunity to work with Aboriginal communities and contribute to public health in remote areas.
The course comprises 160 hours of instruction, including :
- Advanced clinical assessment
- Medical emergency management
- Outpatient consultations
- Community health and prevention
- Pharmacology and therapeutic protocols
- Remote intervention and medical teleconsultation
Training lasts 4 to 5 weeks and alternates between theoretical and practical courses, including real-life situations.
You can register directly with Clinique Omicron by filling in the form on our website or by contacting our team at formation@cliniqueomicron.ca
Yes, the training is recognized by AIIREQ and is designed according to the standards and requirements of Nordic health organizations.
Graduates can work in :
- Dispensaries in native communities.
- Hospitals and clinics in remote areas.
- Expanded role nursing positions in Quebec and elsewhere in Canada.
- Recognized expertise in training nurses for expanded roles.
- Supervision by experienced professionals, including doctors and specialist nurses.
- Immersive, hands-on training adapted to the realities of the North.
- Access to advanced pedagogical tools to ensure optimum preparation.
Training benefits
Expanded role training for nurses in the Far North offers a unique opportunity to advance in the profession and make full use of their skills by providing advanced nursing care in remote areas. The skills acquired during training enable nurses to work independently in difficult environments and make important decisions in the absence of physicians. The training is also recognized by l'Association des Infirmières et Infirmiers en Rôle Élargi du Québec (AIIREQ), which guarantees a high quality and standard of nursing practice in remote areas of Nord-du-Québec and aboriginal communities. By completing this training, nurses will be able to contribute to the evolution of their profession while working with Aboriginal communities and providing accessible, quality health care.
