Project Manager - OR Education - Temporary Full-Time 2024-11402 (2024-11402)

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare institution is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to enhance the recruitment and retention of OR staff. This role is pivotal in supporting novice nurses and students within the operating room environment. Responsibilities include providing guidance, facilitating learning opportunities, and collaborating with nursing leadership to create a supportive atmosphere for new hires. The ideal candidate will have a strong nursing background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. If you are passionate about nursing education and leadership, this opportunity is designed for you!

Qualifications

• Current RN registration with CNO of Ontario, in good standing.
• Minimum five years operating room RN experience required.

Responsibilities

• Enhance OR recruitment and retention of OR staff.
• Provide guidance and leadership to novice OR nurses and students.
• Collaborate with APN and PCM to support learning objectives.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organization Skills

Time Management Skills

Supervisory Skills

Computer Skills

Educational Technology Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BScN)

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Perioperative Certificate Program

Job description

Classification: Temporary Full-Time (approx. 1 year contract)

Summary of Duties

The role of the Project Manager includes enhancing OR recruitment, increasing retention of OR staff, decreasing staff turnover, and aiding in the support of nursing students in the OR environment.

Responsibilities include:

1. Demonstrates theoretical and practical knowledge as outlined in the Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC) Standards.
2. Work with the Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) to provide initial orientation to the clinical area for novice nurses hired to the OR.
3. Collaborate with the APN, Patient Care Manager (PCM), and Team Leaders in the ORs to create assignments to meet the novice nurses’ learning.
4. Provide support to novice OR nurses and students to identify, support, and meet their learning objectives and navigation of the OR environment and culture.
5. Provide a safe space for novice nurses and students to ask questions and learn.
6. Provide daily guidance and leadership to novice OR nurses and students and support them in the development of their nursing skills in the OR.
7. Consult with buddied OR staff regarding learners’ progress and need for any support.
8. Consult with the faculty course coordinator/instructor regarding the ongoing progress of students.
9. Identify novice nurses and students that are struggling in the clinical area to develop a success plan, in partnership with the APN.
10. Maintain confidentiality and respect during interactions with OR nurses, OR Leadership, and other stakeholders.
11. Lead in the deployment and implementation of recruitment initiatives for OR nursing.
12. Strive to optimize the newly hired OR nurse experience by fostering a welcoming and supportive environment.
13. Provide updates to Nursing Education regarding the number of student learners and progress.
14. Advocate for learning opportunities and supportive learning environments for the novice OR nurse and student by facilitating partnerships with buddied OR staff and interprofessional stakeholders.
15. Facilitate the preceptorship of OR staff to support learners.

Qualifications/Skills

• Current RN registration with College of Nurses (CNO) of Ontario, in good standing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BScN) required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Perioperative Certificate Program Graduate required.
• Minimum five (5) years current operating room RN experience required.
• Canadian Nurses Association Perioperative Certification preferred.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Commit to working with the students in a supervisory role.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Excellent organization/time management skills.
• Previous experience as a preceptor.
• Previous OR leadership experience an asset.
• Strong computer and educational technology skills.