Dr. Heather Wolch

Instructor

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Biography

Heather Wolch is an instructor at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Nursing, holding a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and a Master's degree in Nursing. Since completing her undergraduate degree in 2002 and her graduate education in 2011 at USask, Heather has developed a diverse nursing career within various adult acute care environments, including critical care and the post-anesthetic care unit. As a Clinical Nurse Educator at the Saskatchewan Health Authority, she champions the management of acute and chronic pain, working to ensure that current practices are embedded in standards, policies, and guidelines. Heather is committed to fostering strong relationships with her students, aiding them during their clinical practices, labs, and through simulations within the classroom. The joy she experiences as an instructor derives from witnessing her students reaching key milestones in their nursing journeys, particularly as they transition from students to registered nurses. She teaches a range of courses in the nursing program, focusing on assessment, patient-centered care, and competencies for managing complex patient care. Her engagement in educational processes empowers learners and reinforces the importance of communication in nursing education.

Research Interests

Courses

NURS 202: Assessment Components Care NURS 203: Assessment Components Care II NURS 220: Concepts Patient Family Centered Care NURS 221: Patient Family Centered Care Clinical Practice NURS 305: Core Competencies Management Complex Patient Care NURS 311: Core Competencies Management Complex Patient Care NURS 312: Core Competencies Management Complex Patient Care II NURS 333: Complex Nursing Care Practice NURS 450: Practice Integration

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.