Clinical Educator Lead

Perley Health; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization seeks an experienced Clinical Educator to lead its Clinical Education team in Ontario. The role involves developing and managing educational programs to improve staff competency and patient care. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in Nursing, significant clinical experience, and expertise in adult learning principles. Leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Minimum of 3 years' clinical experience in acute/LTC care setting.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Clinical Education team.
• Develop, implement and evaluate education programs.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts for educational content development.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master's degree in nursing, education, or a related field

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

MS Windows

Job description

• Lead and oversee the Clinical Education team
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, including the Knowledge Translation team and Center of Excellence (CoE), for educational content development, implementation and dissemination.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts, to create the organization's annual education plan to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
• Monitor and prepare quarterly/semi-annual reports on the progress of the education plan and realign priorities as required.
• Responsible for education and orientation compliance with MLTC legislation, Accreditation Canada requirements, industry standards and best practices.
• Lead annual and ongoing learning needs assessments of the organizational environment to guide program evolution (including orientation).
• Collaborate with content experts and internal/external talent to promote new educational content
• Lead the expansion of the education program by seeking new learning initiatives and specific opportunities that arise.
• Developing structures and processes which integrate evidence-informed practice in policies, procedures, practice guidelines, and standards.
• Act as a resource, advocate, facilitator, and coordinator in all matters which impact practice, and is responsible for building and maintaining effective relationships with clinical and other leaders, and members of the interprofessional team.
• Collaborate with department leaders to develop employee learning plans as required.
• Develop, implement and evaluate a mentorship program for the interdisciplinary clinical team.
• Implement practice, process and system changes to meet key performance indicators, enhance learner engagement, knowledge retention and behavior change.
• Participate in Quality Improvement Teams as required.
• Seek out and leverage external funding opportunities to maximize educational capacity within the organization.
• Support the ongoing professional development of staff.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to secure funding for educational support (i.e. Perley Health Foundation), ensure agreed upon processes and application processes are followed correctly to access funds in a timely manner.
• Lead the expansion of the educational program by seeking new learning initiatives and specific opportunities that arise.
• Manage and oversee the Learning Management System (LMS).
• In collaboration with the Perley Health Foundation, develop, implement and support the administration of nursing and interprofessional scholarships/bursaries.
• Develop, implement and support the education needs during annual Nursing Week.
• Monitor education and professional development budgets
• Provide subject matter expertise on diverse educational modalities, behavioral science, active learning strategies, adult learning styles, and learner engagement.
• Develop and deliver a supporting infrastructure for a culture of learning and improvement (tools, systems, training)
• Other duties as assigned
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Master's degree in nursing, education, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' clinical experience in acute/LTC care setting.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience in providing education to interdisciplinary staff Or Minimum of 3 years experience as a Clinical Educator
• Demonstrated experience in developing, delivering and managing educational programs
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional strategies.
• Good working knowledge of Quality Improvement principles and methodologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Regulated Health Professions Act and practice standards in Ontario.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation impacting practice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, facilitation, coaching, presentation, consultation and negotiating skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to meet multiple deadlines
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in resident and family centered care
• Clinical competency in the management and care of patients/residents
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism as a regulated health professional, recognized role model for professionalism.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• Knowledge and understanding of simulation-based learning.
• Knowledge and understanding of learning management systems.
• Research skills.
• Comfortable with change and coaching others through the processes of change.
• Proficient in MS Windows