Clinical Nurse Educator (RFT 1.0 FTE)

Duties

Accountability #1 : Education

Evaluates learning needs and professional standards within clinical nursing practice to guarantee that patient care is evidence-based and current.

This would include identifying / addressing performance gaps, meeting individual / organizational objectives, and staying informed of developments in evidence-based practice

• Formulates educational programs to meet identified learning needs
• Designs educational programs and materials rooted in nursing or related science
• Encourages accountability and opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth
• Assesses the framework, execution and achievements of learning activities
• Evaluate the impact of educational activities on patient care
• Delivers education and resources to employees at every level across all units within the facility
• Collaborates with APN’s on educational programs and initiatives
• Guarantees that staff members are trained adequately in patient care, equipment usage, and procedural tasks within units
• Manages all education- related records and databases within assigned units and produces necessary reports when needed
• Offers nurses clear and constructive feedback, along with necessary guidance and remediation to enhance their performance
• Evaluates the necessity for continual staff education in accordance with new findings in treatments and practices
• Act as a clinical resource by providing consultation and clinical support to the interdisciplinary care team
• Participates in continued educational activities
• Selects appropriate teaching methodologies to deliver material
• Educates and supports front line staff with documentation on Meditech and WebAmb

Accountability #2 : Practice

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge, skill and judgement in educational and clinical areas of expertise
• Represents the Professional Practice Team and models exemplary practice
• Will show proficiency in clinical , teaching and leadership abilities
• Supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards, policies and procedures
• Promote excellence in client centered care
• Advocates for patient safety by ensuring a secure environment and conditions

Accountability #3 : Research

• Nurtures an environment that supports knowledge translation
• Develops / supplies materials and structures teaching around best practices or evidence-based practice and relevant scientific findings
• Participates in continuous quality improvements

Accountability #4 : Leadership

• Guides and assists staff members in cultivating their professional roles and honing their skills
• Refers staff performance concerns to the managers of the units
• Serves as an exemplary role model maintainingelevated standards of professional conduct with patients and other members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Fosters a positive environment that enables all staff to work effectively
• Supports in staff retention by motivating and empowering others to reach their full potential
• Offer leadership and employ specialized theory and knowledgerelevant to designated patient populations to enhance the provision of safe, ethical and high quality care
• Promotes the exploration of knowledge and fosters professional integration by offering guidance, mentorship, serving as a role model, and encouraging learners to cultivate self-direction and creativity in their learning endeavors
• Works in a manner that is in compliance with staff and client safety practices, policies and procedures of the Royal.
• Ensures a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Harassment & Discrimination Free Workplace Policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Four year degree in Nursing
• Masters degree in Nursing or Health related discipline
• Registration with RNAO preferred
• CPR training or re-certification within the last 12 months.
• Three to Five years experience required
• Proven capability to guide change and assist staff during periods of transition both on the unit and off
• Previous experience in a teaching or managerial position
• Proven understanding of the principles , theories and practices of conceptual models of psychiatric care, encompassing person- and family centered care, trauma- informed care and the recovery model in mental illness
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of the patients and staff
• Requires the capability to lead, supervise, educate and counselnursing staff in nursing practice and skill enhancement both individually and group basis
• Has proven to show proficiency in effectively leading a project or initiative
• Demonstrates effective presentation skills for all learning needs
• Familiarity with an adeptness in employing adult teaching and learning strategies, integrating educational theories and practice standards efficiently
• Essential to have knowledge of the current nursing theories, research and practice standards
• Essential to have thorough knowledge of current and future trends in mental health care
• Proven capability to handle and or guide others in resolving conflict issues
• Knowledge of Meditech and WebAmb and able to translate knowledge of these applications
• Ability to use the available audiovisual equipment
• Use of computers to perform a variety of tasks . Power point, Excel, Word processing, and outlook
• Ability to use all clinical equipment available within the units
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally on one to one or within a group setting
• Proven capacity to efficiently plan, organize and prioritize tasks
• Positive interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across inter-professional groups and with peers across the organization
• Demonstrate leadership ability
• Ability to work in a self directed manner with minimal supervision
• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading and writing.Bilingual (French / English) is considered an asset.

Salary Range : 41.14 to 58.83 per hour