Clinical Scholar (TFT 1.0 FTE)

The Royal; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health care center is seeking an experienced Clinical Scholar to mentor and support nursing staff in enhancing care delivery. This temporary full-time position involves coaching, facilitating skill development, and ensuring adherence to best practices in a collaborative environment. The role requires strong leadership skills and a thorough understanding of nursing standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of nursing experience with recent hospital clinical experience in mental health.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current CPR certificate.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support unit nurses in enhancing care delivery.
• Integrate best practices into daily nursing routines.
• Liaise between program leadership and nursing staff to address program needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: ROM25-213E Title: Clinical Scholar (TFT 1.0 FTE) Position Status: Temporary Full-time Contract End Date: 03/31/2026 FTE: 1.0 Job Schedule: Days Department: Nursing Professional Practice Union: ONA Local 74 (Ottawa) Site: Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre Number of Vacancies: 1

About The Royal

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Nursing, the Clinical Scholar is an experienced RN with frontline hospital practice experience who will support new nurses as well as nurses looking to upskill their nursing knowledge and practice. This position involves on-unit mentoring, coaching and supporting of the unit nurses in order to enhance current program service delivery, care as well as champion patient safety and best practices.

Duties

• Practice in accordance with the standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and the various organizational standards and policies.
• Liaise between program leadership, Professional Practice, and other stakeholders to identify program needs and to implement strategies to meet those needs
• Support existing on-unit orientation processes (including supporting nurses and their buddy nurse) by provision of at elbow support and guidance.
• Create opportunities (formal and informal) for new staff to develop critical thinking skills (ie. On unit huddles, one to one skill building, etc.)
• Work with unit staff to integrate best practice into daily routine such as ie. Medication scanning, use of the Recovery Plan of Care, therapeutic interactions, etc.
• Maintain regular unit presence to mentor and support ongoing educational needs, track skill progression, and provide ongoing feedback to unit nurse
• Be flexible and adaptable in scheduling to meet the needs of unit nurses on various shifts
• Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Harassment and Discrimination-Free Workplace Policy
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. CPMHN(C) certification would be an asset.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) in good standing.
• Currently hold a part time or full time position within the organization.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in nursing with recent hospital clinical experience in mental health and addictions.
• Demonstrated leadership, program development and evaluation and change management skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the practice standards set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario with experience in the interpretation and implementation of College Standards within hospital setting
• Previous experience as a preceptor/mentor/clinical instructor
• Excellent organization, interpersonal, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding communication skills—oral and written
• Proven ability to work effectively with all members of the health care team.
• Demonstrate ability to be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances and situations
• Expert level of clinical proficiency with Meditech functionality
• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) level A- is considered an asset.
  
  

Salary Range: $41.14 to $58.83 per hour

Additional Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
• Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below.
• The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
• The Royal is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.