On March 9, 2022 a panel of the Inquiry Committee approved a Consent Agreement between BCCNM and Ellen Johnston of Trail, B.C. to address practice issues that occurred in January of 2021. Specifically, as the residential care coordinator in a leadership role at the facility, the Registrant did not ensure an up-to-date care plan was in place for a resident at end of life with complex symptom management requirements, and did not conduct themselves in a culturally competent manner by not supporting the resident and their family's wishes to conduct smudging ceremonies. The door to the resident's room was closed and had a sign that said “ceremony in progress, please do not disturb." The Registrant entered the room. The Registrant has voluntarily agreed to terms equivalent to a limit and/or condition on their practice, including:
- A reprimand for the conduct; and
- Remedial education related to cultural safety and humility, ethics, sensitivity training, communication and the professional standards.
The Inquiry Committee is satisfied that the terms will protect the public.