Clinical Practice Educator | Registered Nurse

Interior Health; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A provincial health authority is seeking a Clinical Practice Educator in Kelowna, BC. The role involves supporting nursing staff through education and mentoring to enhance clinical practice. Candidates must have graduation from an approved nursing school and three years of specialty nursing experience. The position offers competitive wages, training, and opportunities for advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Employer-paid training

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Three years recent related nursing experience in the designated clinical area.
• Two years formal experience in clinical mentoring or preceptoring.
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required.

Responsibilities

• Act as an education resource for clinical staff.
• Develop and evaluate educational programs for nursing staff.
• Promote a quality practice and learning environment.

Skills

Specialty nursing experience

Clinical mentoring

Adult teaching and learning

Education

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing

Current practicing registration with BCCNM

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have more than three years of experience in specialty nursing? Looking for an opportunity to grow your skills and knowledge and join a cohesive team? Then look no further!

Kelowna General Hospital is seeking to hire a Casual Clinical Practice Educator, located in Kelowna, BC. This position will support All KGH non-speciality medical and surgical inpatient units.

Shift Times: Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:00

How will we help you grow?

Join our team as a casual employee, where you’ll enjoy variety, gain valuable experience, and have the chance to grow your career. Work hours range from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shifts available on short notice or pre-scheduled to cover leaves. Many of our team members start in casual roles and transition into permanent positions. Plus, we offer competitive wages, shift premiums, employer-paid training, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program to support you every step of the way.

What will you work on?

The Clinical Practice Educator (CPE) incorporates the core concepts of person and family-centered care (respect, dignity, information sharing, participation, and collaboration) and provides visible, accessible clinical support by acting as an education resource for staff in the clinical area(s). Using nursing & specialized theory and knowledge, develops, implements, and evaluates a range of formal/ informal educational programs and learning plans for direct care nursing staff, including individual and group learning assessments and opportunities. Consults, confers, and collaborates with others in the promotion of a quality practice & learning environment, continuous quality improvement, resolution of clinical education issues, and coordination of activities required for progressive educational and clinical practice programs. Takes supportive action with respect to individual and group learning needs as required. Integrates the nursing designation (RN, RPN, LPN) and area specific competencies into professional practice and education.

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Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).


• Three years recent related nursing experience in the designated clinical area of focus/specialty, including two years formal experience in areas such as adult teaching and learning, clinical mentoring and preceptoring, clinical instruction, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.


• Valid BC Driver’s License as required.