Clinical Educator, Full-time (Professional Practice - Medicine)
- Employer
- Headwaters Health Care Centre
- Location
- Orangeville, Ontario
- Closing date
- Dec 10, 2022
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- Discipline
- Clinical Nurse Specialist, Registered Nurse
- Work Setting
- Hospital / Health Centre
- Hours
- Full-time
Job Details
The Clinical Educator leads and supports quality care outcomes through educational program planning, collaboration with members of the interprofessional team, to enhance knowledge, skills, and professionalism of clinical staff. The primary role of the Clinical Educator is to facilitate a learning environment where evidence-based knowledge is translated via education to optimize the patient’s outcomes and experiences.
The Clinical Educator practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. This role may be subject to changes as priorities in the organization shift.
Education:
- Baccalaureate degree in Nursing required
- Master’s degree in Nursing from a recognized university required
- Post graduate education in Wound Care preferred
- Certification in Med/Surg Nursing required
- Preparation in Adult Education/Teaching and Training Adults preferred
- Current BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- CC1 & CC2 required
- Successful completion of a recognized leadership certificate or equivalent an asset
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years recent clinical practice experience in acute care setting required
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as clinical educator in an acute care setting preferred
- Minimum of 2 years Team Leader/Resource nurse/ Charge nurse experience required
- Current or recent experience related to mentorship or education of novice staff in acute care settings required
Competencies:
- Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Other:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage change and to foster an environment that promotes professional development
- Computer literacy
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects at one time
- Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Familiarity with pertinent legislation related to health care providers and institutions
- Demonstrated ability to energize, coach, and support
- Available to work all shifts
Extra Information:
- All job offers will require compliance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for proof of full vaccination unless provided with a medical exemption or an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Company
Headwaters Health Care Centre is at the heart of medical services for the Greater Dufferin area and a major employer in the region.
Located in Orangeville, Headwaters operates as an acute and complex continuing care facility, offering both inpatient and outpatient services, as well as an Emergency Department with 24/7 coverage. With over 700 staff and over 160 physicians, the hospital is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada.
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