Jaime Gallaher is a dedicated simulation educator with a strong background in emergency nursing and education. Since 2016, she has been instrumental in introducing clinical event debriefing at various institutions across BC. Currently serving as instructional support for simulation at Thompson Rivers University, Jaime has also held educator roles in multiple health authorities in both simulation, and emergency departments since 2016.
From 2009 to 2014, she taught in both BSN and emergency nursing specialty programs at BCIT and UBC. Her passion for debriefing developed through transformative reflective conversations with peers following clinical events, leading her to advocate for all nurses to embrace debriefing skills for enhanced teamwork, communication, self-reflection and patient safety.
Jaime is currently engaged in writing a publication aimed at clinical nurse educators, focusing on utilizing the “PEARLS debriefing framework” for clinical debriefings across diverse clinical settings.
When she is not working, she is using her skills of emotional debriefing and promoting self-reflection, on her 2 little girls and husband at home in Kamloops, BC.
After more than twenty years of national leadership in supporting nursing students and newly graduated nurses through professional role transition, Nursing the Future (NTF) is concluding its current operational chapter.
Since 2004, NTF has served as a vital bridge for new nurses, educators, and leaders navigating the vulnerable early months of practice. Through evidence-based programming, national partnerships, and a commitment to building a safe “cul-de-sac” for early-career nurses, NTF has supported thousands across Canada in cultivating connection, confidence, and professional identity.
We extend deep gratitude to our partners, including the Canadian Nurses Foundation, the Canadian Nurses Association, the Canadian Nursing Students Association, provincial ministries, healthcare institutions, and countless contributors whose belief in transition-to-practice support made this work possible.
While formal operations conclude, the scholarship, curriculum, intellectual property, and program infrastructure developed over two decades remain intact and available for strategic partnership and collaboration. For further dialogue on potential collaborations, please contact Dr. Duchscher directly: newgraduates@nursingthefuture.ca
We welcome conversations with ministries, health regions, academic institutions, and professional associations interested in advancing initiatives such as:
The mission of healthy and supported professional role transition remains urgent. The work continues, sustained through scholarship, partnership, and shared commitment to the future of Canadian nursing.
With enduring gratitude,
Dr. Judy Duchscher - Founder & CEO, Nursing the Future
Kathryn Corneau - Program Director, Nursing the Future
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