Clinical Resource Leader (Educator), Paediatrics & NICU

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Garron Hospital cherche un Clinical Resource Leader pour garantir des soins de qualité aux néonates et enfants. Le candidat idéal possédera un diplôme en soins infirmiers, une expérience en leadership clinique et d'excellentes compétences en communication. Ce poste implique l'éducation du personnel et la promotion d'un environnement de soins axé sur le patient.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 ans d'expérience clinique et en leadership en pédiatrie et soins néonatals.
• Expertise en conception et évaluation de programmes éducatifs.
• Capacité à enseigner en classe et en milieu clinique.

Responsibilities

• Assurer la qualité des soins et services aux patients néonates et enfants.
• Diriger la mise en œuvre des programmes éducatifs et des processus cliniques.
• Collaborer avec le manager pour les initiatives de changement au sein de l'unité.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Facilitation

Critical Thinking

Project Management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Nursing

Masters in Nursing

RN Certificate of Competence

NRP Provider Certificate

PALS Provider Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Clinical Resource Leader (CRL) is responsible for ensuring that patient care and services for neonates and children are delivered in accordance with the Hospital’s vision and strategic goals and quality outcomes. The CRL advances professional practice and clinical care excellence through the design and implementation of educational programs and clinical processes that enable staff to deliver safe, excellent patient and family centered care. The CRL provides leadership with the Manager to ensure patient and staff safety practices are maintained, engages staff in the use of evidence-based best practice, and promotes a culture of continuous practice improvement. The role assures the development and maintenance of clinical competency through the identification of learning and practice development needs for direct care providers (RN, RPN, and PSW). The CRL shares responsibility with the Manager for ensuring mandatory education is provided and staff performance is evaluated. The CRL also promotes the professional growth of staff, encourages innovative contributions, and coaches team members in critical thinking and the management of complex clinical scenarios. The role collaborates closely with the Manager for corporate change initiatives; realizing the goals of the unit and review of staff clinical performance.

EDUCATION

- Undergraduate degree in Nursing.
- Masters in Nursing.
- RN with current Certificate of Competence issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- NRP Provider Certificate.
- NRP Instructor Certificate required or willingness to obtain one within6 months of hire.
- PALS Provider Certificate.
- PALS Instructor Certificate or willingness to obtain one within 1 year of hire.
- George Brown College NICU course (or equivalent) required.
- Adult Education Certification an asset.
- Breastfeeding Course.
- BLS Provider Certificate.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Minimum 5 years current clinical and leadership experience in acute care paediatrics and Level IIor Level III neonatal nursery required.
- Sound knowledge of adult education theory and experience in designing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs.
- Excellent communication, coaching, facilitation, and presentation skills combined with the ability to teach in a classroom and clinical setting.
- 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.