SRNA Firm In Their Position: Cannot Support SALPN Bylaws
Without a clear decision making framework in place, SRNA will not support proposed changes.

By now, many of you will have received the recent communication from the SRNA [November 26, 2015] regarding the SALPN’s re-submission of their proposed bylaws for review by the Ministry of Health. (Click here to view a copy of f the SRNA's message)

In yesterday’s, message the SRNA noted that the re-submitted bylaws do not address the concerns the SRNA has consistently brought forward concerning the proposed bylaws and was once again firm in their position that they will not support the bylaws in their current form.  The SRNA also outlined their position on the matter to the Minister of Health, stating it is their position that:

  1. There must be a common collaborative decision-making framework document in place; and
  2. The practice guidelines for the three specialty areas (hemodialysis care, peri-operative care, and advanced orthopedics) must be incorporated into the bylaws as standards of practice for LPNs, and reflect the decision-making framework as set out in the collaborative document.”

SUN wholeheartedly supports the SRNA in their position on this matter and the need for a clear decision-making framework based in best practices, evidence based decisions and focuses on positive patient outcomes.

Yesterday’s message from the SRNA reinforced the same message so many registered nurses have already expressed, that “without the [decision-making framework] agreement amongst nursing teams, there will be further role confusion that can ultimately lead to patient safety issues”.

SUN encourages our members to continue to contact the SRNA with questions and/or concerns regarding role clarity or your legislated responsibilities. In addition, SUN encourages members to show your support for the SRNA and their position in advocating for patient safety and role clarity among the nursing team.

Ways to show your support for the SRNA:

  1. Phone the SRNA and the Minister of Health and let them know the SRNA has your support for a clear decision-making framework and practice guidelines for the nursing team.
  2. Send the SRNA and Minister a Letter: Put your thoughts in writing and let the SRNA and Minister of Health know how a decision-making framework will have a positive impact on your patients, your practice environment and role clarity.
  3. Use your voice on social media: Share the SRNA’s commitment to role clarity and patient with your friends and family. Tweet about the need for role clarity and a decision-making framework and what they mean to you personally as a frontline RN or Educator, or what they mean for your profession as a whole.


Three important tips for Twitter:

  • Make sure the SRNA knows they have your support by tweeting them directly at:@SRNAdialogue
  • Make sure the government, public and media hear your voice by using the hashtag: #skpoli
  • Follow SUN at @SUNnurses and be sure to Re-Tweet wherever you can to keep the conversation going. 

Finally, SUN would like to express our appreciation to Shirley McKay RN, Interim Executive Director, and the SRNA Council for their strength and commitment in advancing and protecting the registered nursing profession in Saskatchewan.  Their commitment and leadership has been a true asset to the registered nursing profession and the public we serve.  

In addition, SUN looks forward to continuing our collaborative relationship with the SRNA and working with the new SRNA Executive Director, Carolyn Hoffman RN, SRNA Executive Director.