Clinical Resource Leader (Clinical Educator) - Maternal, Newborn & Child Services

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Toronto is seeking a Clinical Resource Leader (Educator) to enhance patient-centered care in the Family Birthing Centre. This role involves developing educational programs for nursing staff and promoting evidence-based practices. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Nursing or Education and have 3-5 years of leadership experience in maternal newborn care. Strong communication and coaching skills are essential, along with a commitment to fostering a healthy workplace environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years recent clinical and leadership experience in maternal newborn care.
• Sound change leadership and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a healthy workplace.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs.
• Advance professional practice through evidence-informed guidelines.
• Support staff in managing complex clinical scenarios.

Skills

Adult education theory and practice

Facilitation skills

Coaching skills

Change leadership

Critical thinking

Project management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing or Education

CNA certification

BLS certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

OVERVIEW

Michael Garron Hospital (Toronto East Health Network) is seeking Clinical Resource Leader (Educator) to join our interprofessional leadership team in the Family Birthing Centre. This role combines clinical leadership, staff education, and professional practice support to enhance safe, evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care.

As a key member of the leadership team, the Nurse Educator/Clinical Resource Leader will:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs for nursing and interprofessional staff.
• Advance professional practice through evidence-informed guidelines, coaching, and mentorship.
• Review, develop, and update clinical practice policies and procedures to ensure alignment with current evidence-informed standards.
• Partner with managers and teams to foster innovation, continuous quality improvement, and a culture of safety.
• Support staff in managing complex clinical scenarios and contribute to organizational change initiatives.

EDUCATION

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (General Class).
• Master’s degree in Nursing or Education required
• CNA certification reflective of the patient population an asset.
• BLS certification required

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years recent clinical and leadership experience in maternal newborn care.
• Demonstrated expertise in adult education theory and practice (needs assessment, curriculum design, simulation, eLearning).
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.
• Use of innovative educational modalities, such as simulation and eLearning is an asset.
• A team player with the ability to develop and maintain partnerships with multiple, diverse stakeholders.
• Sound change leadership and project management skills including identifying and tracking statistical outcome measures.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and troubleshoot with critical and creative thinking ability.
• Flexible, organized, and self-directed within scope of responsibility; has initiative and independent judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a healthy workplace including fair and equitable work practices.
• Working knowledge of clinical/administrative computer software, including MS office.
• Membership and active involvement in related professional organizations.
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co‑workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.