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November 04, 2026

Building Leadership in Home Health Nursing Practice in Canada: Updating the Home Health Nursing Competencies

Canada’s Home Health Nursing Competencies were revised through a collaborative process. This commentary by Karen Curry et. al. highlights the use of research and project workstreams, supported by a dissemination package, and emphasizes ongoing leadership engagement to ensure relevance, uptake and improved quality of care in home health settings. Brought to you by Nursing Leadership.

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