Clinical Nurse Educator

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Sydney; Sur place; CAD 70 000 - 84 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits package

Dental coverage

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Pension plan

Résumé du poste

Nova Scotia Health invites applications for a Clinical Nurse Educator in Women and Children's Health at Cape Breton Regional Hospital. The role focuses on translating knowledge into practice, leading education programs, and supporting interprofessional learning within NSH.

The CNE will work with the Interprofessional Practice and Learning team, requiring a nursing license, relevant experience in Women and Children's Nursing, and commitment to adult education principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
• Master of Nursing, Health or Education preferred.
• Active practicing license with Nova Scotia Nursing & Midwifery Regulator (NSNMR) required.
• Minimum three years full-time clinical nursing experience within last five years in Women and Children's Nursing required.
• CNA Certification/other specialty certification required or willing to complete.
• BLS-C (HCP) or RQI BLS certification required.
• Recent experience as a Clinical Nurse Educator/Nursing Instructor preferred.
• Previous experience in education support, onboarding new staff, and transition to practice an asset.
• Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assess, implement, plan evaluation and supportive application of knowledge to practice.
• Lead education programs and orientation for staff and learners.
• Provide advice, consultation, and support to advance practice and standards of care.
• Travel within the Eastern Zone as required.

Connaissances

Nursing licensure

Interprofessional collaboration

Clinical nursing experience

Adult education & teaching

BLS certification

French language (asset)

Formation

Bachelor of Nursing

Master of Nursing

Description du poste

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Clinical Nurse Educator - Women and Children's Health

Req ID: 228301
Location: EasternZone,Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: IPPL Professional Practice Support
Type of Employment: TemporaryHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Union: NSNUNursingPosition
Posting Closing Date: 8-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Interprofessional Practice and Learning, Eastern Zone, the Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) is responsible (in collaboration with key stakeholders) for the assessment, implementation, planning evaluation and supportive application of existing and new clinical knowledge to support the translation of knowledge to practice. The Clinical Nurse Educator demonstrates competency in practice, program design and implementation, monitoring and evaluation of education, leadership and professional practice. The Clinical Nurse Educator exhibits the knowledge, attitudes and behaviors that aligns with the Interprofessional Practice and Learning Framework that supports collaborative person centered care within Nova Scotia Health (NSH).
The Interprofessional Practice and Learning team uses a framework that is grounded in the theories of adult and concept-based learning, practice development, fundamentals of care and collaborative learning and practice. Utilizing professional standards, current evidence, and best practice guidelines, the CNE fosters a culture of learning to build capacity and support the advancement of professional practice through the implementation of orientation and ongoing education programs that integrate a learner centered approach. The CNE provides advice, consultation, and support to advance practice, and to maintain and develop evidence based standards of care, to optimize patient outcomes within the interprofessional care team.
Please note this position requires periodic travel to facilities within the Eastern Zone. Access to reliable transportation is required.

About You

• Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Science in Nursing required
• Master of Nursing, Health or Education preferred
• Active practicing license in good standing with Nova Scotia Nursing & Midwifery Regulator (NSNMR) required
• Minimum three years full-time clinical nursing experience within last five years in Women and Children's Nursing required
• CNA Certification/other specialty certification required or willing to complete
• BLS-C (HCP) or RQI BLS certification required
• Recent experience as a Clinical Nurse Educator/Nursing Instructor preferred
• Previous experience in education support, onboarding new staff, and transition to practice an asset
• Adult Education Program an asset or willing to complete
• Previous teaching experience which involves designing, implementing and evaluating traditional & non-traditional methods of instruction preferred
• Evidence of adult education theory & application and leadership development and/or experience in the last year
• Skilled in the facilitation of concept-based learning, collaborative learning & practice development
• Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Approximately 12 months
• Travel within the zone required

Compensation and Benefits

$50.80 - $60.63 hourly

$62.75 hourly with 25 years' nursing experience

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

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