Clinical Educator - Temporary Full-time (2025-164)

Collingwood General and Marine Hospital; Collingwood; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join Collingwood General and Marine Hospital as a Clinical Educator, where you will enhance clinical performance through education, mentorship, and role modeling. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals and play a key role in improving patient care standards while enjoying a dynamic work environment in a community-focused hospital.

Benefits

6% vacation pay

14% pay in lieu of benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Access to Perkopolis discounts

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in a clinical setting.
• Current Certificate of Competence from Ontario.
• Experience as a Clinical Educator preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads development of evidence-based education programs.
• Models core values and promotes excellence in clinical practice.
• Mentors staff and supports student clinical placements.

Skills

Effective Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Masters in Nursing and/or Education (preferred)

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Detailed Job Description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Clinical Educator

2025-164

Choose Collingwood General & Marine Hospital

Explore a role with Collingwood General & Marine Hospital (CGMH) and live your ideal lifestyle. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, you have the opportunity to enjoy the 4-season recreational community.

CGMH is an 82-bed facility serving more than 60,000 permanent residents and 3.5 million annual visitors to the communities of Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Clearview and the Blue Mountains. CGMH is an acute care hospital providing emergency care, diagnostic services including lab, imaging and cardio respiratory therapy, as well as two inpatient units (medicine and surgery). In addition, CGMH provides care in specialty areas including obstetrics, orthopaedics, intensive care and surgery. The Hospital also provides outpatient care including dialysis and a wide range of clinics including mental health and rehabilitation services. There are endless opportunities for families, adventure seekers, boaters, foodies and so much more.

Corporate Culture

At Collingwood General & Marine Hospital, we are anchored by our vision, mission and values and guided by our strategic directions. If you exhibit the core values of CGMH; Inclusive, Caring, Accountable, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, Adaptable, we want you to join us in providing exceptional services to our patient and their families.

Benefits

This position also includes 6% vacation pay and 14% pay in lieu of benefits (or HOOPP +10%) as well as access to the Employee & Family Assistance Program and access to CGMH Perkopolis discounts. CGMH endorses the Health Care Providers Group Insurance Plan which provides Group Benefits for you and your eligible dependents by enrollment only

The Opportunity

The Clinical Educator works in collaboration with all members of management, physicians and point of care staff. The Clinical Education is responsible for providing leadership to staff in advancing clinical performance through clinical consultation, role modeling, education, coaching and mentoring consistent with the corporate vision, mission and values.

The Clinical Educator leads the development, implementation and evaluation of innovative, evidence-based clinical improvement and education activities supporting collaborative quality and patient-focused care.

The Clinical Educator is responsible for maintaining current knowledge and competency in his/her clinical practice and role models continuous life-long learning through professional development. The Clinical Educator engages in ethical conduct and demonstrates appreciation of a diverse patient population and workforce.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Masters preparation in Nursing and/or Education preferred.
• Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience and expertise in a variety of settings that involve patient care across the lifespan continuum.
• Experience within a variety of healthcare settings with staff education training and mentoring.
• Excellent references from direct supervisor/manager related to the ability to provide learner centered education, provide leadership and be a role model.
• 5 years’ experience
• Must strive to continuously provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, staff, physicians, and volunteers
• Must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Must have an ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) in the English language in order to provide excellent communication with team members, patients and families. Ability to communicate in additional language(s) is considered an asset.
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be dedicated to professional growth & development
• Must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position, which may include physical demands such as moving/transferring patients, pushing, pulling, bending, etc.
• Must have demonstrated excellent attendance/performance record
• Excellent organization and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with other members of the health care team
• Experience as a Clinical Educator preferred.
• BCLS preferred
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

• Models the core values of the organization.
• Promotes excellence in clinical practice through the development of evidence based staff education programs and services, staff education, and facilitation of critical thinking, inquiry and analysis.
• Supports and actively participates with clinical teams in implementing evidence-based practice to achieve program and corporate outcomes.
• Effectively apply organizational and time management skills to prioritize workload, to problem solve, and to adapt to frequent interruptions and change.
• Represents the hospital internally and externally with respect as required.
• Collaboratively leads development, implementation and evaluation of associated evidence-based policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care.
• Supports clinical staff in the interpretation and implementation of clinical policies and procedures.
• Provides consultation and collaborative care planning expertise to clinical teams, patients and families with a focus on building capacity with individuals and teams.
• Models and support inter-professional collaborative practice and patient focused care.
• Mentors staff and provides training during routine and flexible work schedules.
• Provides feedback to managers regarding performance/competency assessments and assists staff with learning plans to address clinical practice concerns.
• Responds to the immediate and long-term learning needs of staff and facilitates problem-solving techniques based on priority of needs.
• Promotes a creative approach to knowledge and skill development through available resources and the use of various teaching strategies (e.g. lectures, demonstrations, information/learning packages, etc.).
• Supports student clinical placements, preceptors and educators in conjunction with Human Resources, Department Managers and Applications to provide orientation, instruction and educational experiences for students in the clinical area.
• Supports staff and acts as a resource in identifying and meeting their own learning needs.
• Supports nurses in meeting the College of Nurses of Ontario and the organization's competency requirements as well as accreditation standards in a manner that promotes an environment of quality care for patients.
• Supports nurses in meeting the College of Nurses of Ontario and the organization’s competency requirements as well as accreditation standards in a manner that promotes an environment of quality of care for patients.
• Participates in and complies with hospital safety and infection control programs
• Other duties as may be assigned
  
  

More Information

Location: Nursing

Employment Type: Temporary Full-time (approximately 6 months)

Employment Group: ONA

Start Date: In line with next Hospital Orientation intake.

Hours of Work: Days, Monday to Friday. Please be reminded that as a Hospital, in order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7. Therefore, depending on the program for which you are applying, it may be an expectation that you are available to work week days and weekends, as well as all shifts - days, evenings, and nights.

Wage: $39.07 - $56.00

How To Apply

If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply online before 11:59pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format.

Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised that as part of the mandatory screening process CGMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation, plus a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check.

Collingwood General and Marine Hospital is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We encourage all qualified individuals who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace to apply. If contacted regarding a competition, please advise Human Resources of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.