Clinical Educator - Full Time (Professional Practice – Obstetrics & Peadiatrics)

Headwaters Health Care Centre; Orangeville; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Educator for Obstetrics & Pediatrics to enhance the knowledge and skills of clinical staff. This role focuses on quality care outcomes through educational program planning and mentorship, requiring strong clinical experience and specific certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years recent clinical practice experience in obstetrical and pediatric settings required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as clinical educator in acute care preferred.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a learning environment where evidence-based knowledge is translated via education.
• Lead and support quality care outcomes through educational program planning.
• Mentor and support clinical staff in decision making and education.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in nursing

Post degree education in obstetrics and pediatrics

Certification in Perinatal nursing

Current BCLS certification

ACLS and PALS certification

NRP and instructor

Fetal health surveillance instructor certification

Current BFI breast feeding course

Coronary care Level 1

Preparation in Adult Education/Teaching and Training Adults

Leadership certificate or equivalent

Job description

Competition:

131-25

Department / Unit:

Professional Practice - Obstetrics & Peadiatrics

Position Type:

Full Time

Bargaining Unit:

ONA

Posting Date:

2025-05-28 12:00

Headwaters Health Care Centre. One Community, Caring Together.

We are a dedicated team of professionals focused on providing the best care possible for our patients, families, and caregivers. We work together to care for the whole person from hospital to home.

We are looking for a Clinical Educator, Obstetrics & Peadiatrics to work with our Interprofessional Practice Department to help us continue in our mission to serve our community with Kindness, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

Position Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will perform the duties expected of a Clinical Educator, Obstetrics & Peadiatrics within Interprofessional Practice Department

The Clinical Nurse 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 Nurse 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 Nurse 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.

• Act as a mentor in clinical decision making.
• Lead and facilitate clinical questioning, decision making, and critical thinking among staff.
• Role model positive attitudes and good work values.
• Facilitate staff participation in initiatives which promote the profession.
• Encourage, promote, and facilitate continuous learning to constantly improve clinical practice.
• Create an environment that encourages professional development while incorporating a novice to expert approach.
• Promote maintenance of confidentiality.
• Support ongoing development of professional and educational institution skills through reflective practice
• Liaise with external professional organizations as necessary
• Promote a positive environment for learning and professional development.
• Provide education opportunities on clinical practice and skills for staff.
• Act as an education consultant for clinical staff.
• Address unit specific education issues and provide educational needs assessment and analysis.
• Incorporate adult learning principles in the planning, design, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs using multiple methodologies.
• Research and prepare education materials using a variety of different media.
• Facilitate learning transfer to the practice setting.
• Act as a mentor and facilitate staff involvement in unit presentations, research projects, etc.
• Provide leadership in facilitating clinical practice changes at the unit, hospital, and corporate level, in collaboration with members of the interprofessional team.
• Liaise with community agencies regarding clinical practices.
• Consult with clinical staff and interprofessional teams on complex education or patient care needs.
• Consult with managers/directors regarding practice issues and education needs of clinical staff.
• Consult and participate on a variety of interprofessional hospital committees.
• Consult and participate in corporate initiatives.

Education:

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing required
• Master’s degree in nursing from a recognized university required
• Post degree education in obstetrics and pediatrics required
• Certification in Perinatal nursing required
• Current BCLS certification required
• ACLS and PALS certification required
• NRP and instructor required
• Fetal health surveillance instructor certification required
• Current BFI breast feeding course required
• Coronary care Level 1 or equivalent required
• Preparation in Adult Education/Teaching and Training Adults preferred
• Successful completion of a recognized leadership certificate or equivalent an asset

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years recent clinical practice experience in the obstetrical and pediatric settings 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 obstetrics and pediatrics 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

Hiring Salary Range: $54.08-$61.60

Why Headwaters?

Our values are more than words, they are what define and connect us. They determine how we work, how we behave, and how we relate to our patients, their families, and caregivers as well as to everyone who is part of the Headwaters community

We offer a wide range of employee perks, for information on our comprehensive benefits package, please visit Headwaters Health Care Centre - Careers at Headwaters

Extra Information

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Headwaters Health Care Centre is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and supports the compliance of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact Human Resources so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Headwaters Health Care Centre is a smoke free facility. Smoking is not permitted on hospital properties. We thank everyone who works at or visits our hospitals for respecting this healthy initiative. We are also a scent-free environment for all employees and visitors.

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.