This presentation will highlight the role of the champion as it relates to supporting practice change through all levels of the knowledge-to-action framework.

Strategies used by champions at Perley Rideau will be discussed including: applying knowledge from champions training, advocating for best practices, and being a leader in practice change.

The presenter will also discuss some case studies from the perspective of a RPN and PSW champion at Perley Rideau.

During this session, the participants will learn how to:

• engage champions: pre- and post-training
• identify your role as a champion and how you can get involved
• use best practice guidelines and knowledge learned from training to support practice change
• utilize internal and external supports
• promote best practice in your facility and advocate for an evidence-informed culture