BNO is here to improve patient care through supporting both individuals and organizations to advance the nursing profession.
Black Nurses Ottawa is organized to encourage communication and dialogue among Black nurses in Ottawa and to address promoting the health care needs of our community. BNO was originally formed in Ottawa, Canada. A group started in Ottawa and now has a growing membership. BNO offers educational and community based programs ranging from clinical counselling to professional development.
Community Focused
BNO contributes towards the health and wellbeing of people of African descent in Ottawa.
Support
The BNO provides a structure and forum through which Black Nurses in related fields can exchange ideas, offer services and develop programs in the interest of the Black Community and the community at large
Awareness
BNO conducts awareness sessions on Medical issues such as: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Gambling, Parenting Bi-racial/Black Children, Palliative Care etc.
Education
BNO offers educational opportunties or resources for our members and the community.
The mission of the BNO is to address the health disparities of the African American Community (and other minorities) through ongoing education and awareness, mentoring of current and future minority healthcare professionals, and offering networking opportunities through partnerships and collaboration.
•To foster an atmosphere of communication through effective dialogue and support among nurses
•To participate in health promotions to encourage healthy lifestyles
•To mentor and encourage student nurses
•To increase access to health care through participating in the legislative process to ensure health polices are representative of those impacting the Black community
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