Turks & Caicos Hospital Adopts Evidence-Based Care, Expanding RNAO's Global Reach

Event summary

  • Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital (TCIH) has graduated from the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario's (RNAO) Best Practice Spotlight Organization® (BPSO®) program.
  • TCIH implemented three RNAO Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) over a three-year period, beginning in 2021.
  • The implemented BPGs focused on People-Centred Care, fall prevention, and pressure injury management.
  • RNAO conducted site visits and training sessions to support TCIH's implementation and champion network.

The big picture

This recognition highlights the growing importance of evidence-based practices in global healthcare, particularly in resource-constrained settings. RNAO's BPSO program represents a scalable model for quality improvement, demonstrating that even smaller hospitals can benefit from structured, research-driven care protocols. The program's international expansion suggests a broader trend toward standardized healthcare practices and a potential shift in how nursing associations influence clinical standards.

What we're watching

Implementation Pace
The hospital's ability to successfully implement the next two BPGs—Transitions in Care and Services and Pain Management—will be a key indicator of the program's long-term sustainability and scalability.
Geographic Expansion
RNAO’s BPSO program has over 1,500 participants internationally, and TCIH’s success may accelerate adoption in other Caribbean nations and beyond.
Funding Stability
The BPG Program's reliance on Ontario's Ministry of Health funding creates a potential vulnerability; shifts in provincial priorities could impact program scope and availability.