We are pleased to announce that Rupinder Deol has been selected to take on the role of Palliative Care Clinical Coach with the Central West Ontario Health Team (CW OHT).
Deol is a Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) with over 25 years of experience in acute, chronic, palliative, and complex medical care. She holds a Master’s in Nursing Education (Walden University), a Bachelor of Nursing (Athabasca University), and certifications in palliative care, geriatrics, wound care, dementia care, diabetes education, infection control, and pain management.
Deol has an extensive background of working within the region in diverse healthcare environments, including:
William Osler Health System: Wound Care Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Long-Term Care roles: Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Practice Leader.
“Above all, I am passionate about palliative care and committed to embodying the values of respect, compassion, innovation, and service in every role I undertake. Nursing allows me to make a profound impact on people’s lives, and that remains my greatest motivation.”
Rupinder Deol, Palliative Care Clinical Coach, CW OHT
She is fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, which allows her to connect with a diverse patient population and offer culturally sensitive care.
“I take immense pride in supporting and educating both patients and healthcare teams, consistently enhancing care delivery through mentorship, clinical teaching, and collaborative practice.” said Deol.
About the Role
CW OHT is historically under resourced and serves a rapidly growing and highly diverse population, including many seniors, newcomers, and individuals with complex health and social needs—making the demand for accessible, community-based palliative care particularly urgent within this region.
The Clinical Coach will provide education, mentoring, and support to health care providers, helping to integrate palliative care earlier and more consistently within the community. They will guide the implementation of the Palliative Care Health Services Delivery Framework in the Community and the Ontario Palliative Care Competency Framework.
By fostering greater collaboration between community organizations and specialist providers, this initiative will also contribute to smoother transitions, more coordinated care, and improved outcomes for patients and caregivers alike.
For more information and key statistics regarding the CW OHT’s population, see the link below.
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