Nurse Educator - Professional Practice Office

Ocean State Job Lot; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nurse Educator to join their Professional Practice Office. In this full-time role, you will collaborate with clinical leaders to enhance the skills of point-of-care staff, focusing on quality client care and professional development. Your expertise in teaching and clinical practice will be vital in implementing educational initiatives and promoting a diverse, inclusive workplace. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in mental health care while working in a supportive environment committed to equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mental health and addiction nursing.
• Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Educate clinical staff on best practices and patient safety initiatives.
• Support recruitment and staff performance management.

Skills

Clinical Intervention Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching and Learning Expertise

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (BN/BScN)

Master of Nursing (MN/MScN)

Tools

BCLS (CPR) Certification

Job description

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Nurse Educator - Professional Practice Office

The Professional Practice Office is seeking a full-time, permanent Nurse Educator. Reporting to the Manager of Nursing, Interprofessional Practice and Education, you will collaborate with the Clinical Program leadership team to contribute to quality client care at CAMH. Your core responsibilities will focus on educating point-of-care staff and practice development, aiming to advance professional practice within clinical areas, including the inpatient Crisis Critical Care program.

You will assess and develop clinical and leadership skills of staff in collaboration with program leadership, unit managers, and advanced practice clinical leads. Educational focus areas include scope of practice, interprofessional care planning, application of best practices, and team development. You should bring expertise in teaching/learning for clinical staff, education development, and care of adults with complex mental illnesses and concurrent disorders.

Your duties will also involve supporting clinical staff in implementing education initiatives such as patient safety, clinical policies, I-CARE usage, and orientation of new employees. Additional responsibilities include recruitment, staff performance management, monitoring clinical quality improvement measures, program planning, research/evaluation, and academic activities. You will promote a healthy, diverse, and team-oriented workplace environment. The position is based at 1001 Queen Street West and involves days, evenings, and weekend hours.

The ideal candidate must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, hold a current BCLS (CPR) certificate, and have at least five years of experience in mental health. Experience with clients with severe mental health and addiction issues or forensic histories is an asset. A BN/BScN degree and computer literacy are required; an MN/MScN or relevant Master’s degree is preferred. Previous teaching experience and CNA certification in psychiatric/mental health nursing are assets. The candidate should demonstrate effective clinical intervention, decision-making, problem-solving skills, organization, and communication skills. Bilingualism or proficiency in a second language is an asset.

CAMH is affiliated with the University of Toronto, contributing to teaching, research, and clinical care. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment free from discrimination and harassment. We encourage applications from diverse communities, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit Peoples, racialized groups, LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and individuals with disabilities or lived experience of mental health challenges. We welcome all applicants and will provide accommodations during the application process upon request.