A Nova Scotia research team is looking for two Patient/Public Partners, preferably from diverse backgrounds with lived experience of interfacility transfers (IFTs) within Nova Scotia’s emergency health services. Interfacility transfers are when a patient is moved from one healthcare facility to another or brought somewhere else for the care they need.
Patient/Public Partners, including those from Indigenous communities, will contribute their perspectives and experiences to shape the research process and outcomes. The goal is to ensure that the evaluation reflects diverse viewpoints and effectively addresses healthcare disparities, including specific considerations for Indigenous communities.
Partners, including individuals with firsthand experiences of interfacility transfers as patients, caregivers, or family members, will engage in collaborative efforts throughout the research. They will participate in discussions and consultations to share insights, provide feedback, and co-create solutions. Their involvement will help identify key areas for improvement in healthcare delivery, especially in relation to non-acute IFTs. Additionally, the evaluation will respect and integrate Indigenous Knowledge and cultural perspectives. Collaborating with Indigenous organizations and individuals with lived experiences, we aim to ensure the research reflects and addresses the specific needs and challenges faced by Indigenous communities in Nova Scotia.
Eligibility:
- Lived experience with interfacility transfers during the past three years
- Live in Nova Scotia
- As a partner in the research, a personal resume is required.
Time commitment:
You would meet virtually to participate in research bi-monthly reports and qualitative data analysis. This involves a more comprehensive time commitment and responsibilities. Patient/Public Partners will be compensated for their involvement.
The engagement in proposal development phase includes participation in a two-hour online meeting in August or September 2024 to set the priorities, and a two-hour online meeting to reflect on proposal.
After the start of the project (upon acceptance of the proposal) it is expected to last for approximately one year, starting from January 2025 until January 2026. The total monthly commitment is about 12 hours per month. This includes four bi-monthly meetings and offline preparation.