About Us

Jeffrey Lee, MAS(L)

Manager

Jeff is a seasoned career development professional with over 14 years of experience in career coaching and counseling.

He has worked at esteemed institutions such as UBC, SFU, FDU, and WorkBC, where he gained expertise in career counselling, professional development, career transitioning, job search strategies, workshop development, and industry networking.

Jeff has successfully helped a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from entry-level first-year students to professional job seekers with over 15 years of experience, achieve their career goals. He has also worked extensively with foreign-trained professionals, connecting them to resources and employers in fields such as Health Services, Management, Accounting, Finance, Applied Sciences, IT, and Hospitality.

He is dedicated to helping IENs and healthcare professionals at ien2RN achieve their employment goals and overcome barriers by connecting them to essential resources and programs.

Additionally, Jeff engages with healthcare organizations to match employers with qualified and mentored IEN job seekers, addressing various health service talent needs.

Pola

IEN Engagement

Pola focuses on the timely communication with IENs. Her professional journey began as an Assistant Operations Manager in the BPO industry. Driven by a desire to expand her expertise, Pola transitioned to become a Quality Assurance Analyst. In this role, she ensured that timely assurance and excellent quality is at the heart of every processes and interactions her team immersed in.

As someone passionate about supporting others, she is now focused on helping Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) navigate their career transitions in order to successfully live, work and thrive in their new professional environments.

If you are interested in learning more about our mentorship, monthly upskilling webinars and exclusive ien2RN resources, Pola is ready to support you. She is also the primary point of contact of IEN Nurses looking for permanent job placements in Canada.

John, RPN

Mentor

John graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Santo Tomas – Legazpi. Following his graduation, he gained experience working in various nursing areas in the Philippines, including the Emergency Department, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical-Surgical, and Pediatric Wards. Additionally, he worked as a Jail Nurse, providing care to high-profile populations or Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL).

In 2016, he made the courageous decision to immigrate to Canada to join his wife and pursue further professional growth and development. Determined to excel in his chosen field, he enrolled in a Health Care Assistant Diploma program to acclimate himself to the Canadian healthcare system. During this time, he worked for 7 years as a Tertiary Mental Health Worker, gaining valuable experience in the care of patients facing mental health issues.

Eager to expand his expertise, he later pursued a degree in Psychiatric Nursing. Throughout this transformative journey, he immersed himself in diverse clinical placements ranging from General Medical Nursing Clinical Practice, Rehabilitation Medical Nursing Clinical Practice, Acute Mental Health Nursing Clinical Practice, Psychosocial Rehabilitation Mental Health Nursing Practicum, Advanced Mental Health Nursing Clinical Practice, to St. Paul’s Hospital Mental Health – Inpatient 2 North-Psych Unit, in Downtown Vancouver.

Each of these experiences deepened his understanding of mental health issues and honed his skills in providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals facing complex challenges. In parallel with his studies, he engaged in continuous learning, completing a course on Professional Communication for IENs at KPU. This not only enhanced his communication skills but also facilitated his integration into the Canadian healthcare workforce.

Today, as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) in the Acute Tertiary Mental Health Unit at Providence Health Care, he is privileged to work alongside a dedicated team of professionals at the forefront of psychiatric care. His role involves providing comprehensive nursing care, implementing therapeutic interventions, and advocating for the holistic well-being of his patients.

With a commitment to lifelong learning and a passion for promoting mental health awareness, he aspires to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those entrusted to his care. His journey from the Philippines to Canada has not only shaped him professionally but has also enriched his perspective and reinforced his dedication to serving others with empathy, integrity, and resilience.

Kammy, LPN(c)

Mentor (no photo)

Kammy holds a higher diploma in Nursing from a tertiary institution in Hong Kong and a valid Enrolled Nurse licensure. Additionally, she has completed a Bachelor’s degree in Health Education.

With over 10 years of experience in nursing and social welfare sectors, Kammy has worked in various capacities, including in a neurosurgical ward. Her primary focus has been providing long-term care, home health care and health education to the older adults and individuals with special needs as well as school-age children within the community.

In 2022, Kammy relocated to Vancouver and began the nursing application process as an Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN). Acknowledging the complexity, challenges, and difficulties encountered during this transition, she is dedicated to sharing her experiences and best practices to other IENs going through similar processes.

Kammy likes to assist fellow IEN professionals who aspire to move and live in British Columbia, Canada, by offering her lessons learned and industry insights to support them throughout their nursing journeys in Canada.

Ron, LPN

Mentor

Ron immigrated to Canada and became an LPN. With 26+ years of Canadian healthcare service, she continuously makes a difference in her workplace and communities. Receiving appreciation for the care she gives and best nursing practices she shares validates that being a nurse by serving others is her calling.

Ron has looked after older adults, people recovering from surgeries, those with Multiple Sclerosis, Quadra/Paraplegia, Mental Health concerns, Pregnant women before, during and after deliveries, and individuals needing End-of-Life comfort. She is currently caring for people undergoing Cancer treatments.

She is involved in supportive partnerships with individuals and their families, tailoring the care they receive in honour of their preferences. She believes in advocating for nursing peers and guiding service users for them not to be lost in and not to be treated as just a number in BC’s complex healthcare system.

Ron’s day brightens when people remember her as a nurse and colleague whom they can count on. She has consistently been commended for her care of persons with Cancer and Dementia/Alzheimer’s.