Job Description

Position Details

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Posting #:

31295

Department:

Nursing Education - Acute

Employee Type:

Regular, Full Time

If Temporary, Number of Weeks:

Union:

ONA

Openings Remaining:

1

Schedule

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Work Days:

Monday to Friday

Time of Day:

Days

Shift:

7.5 hour

Shift Start:

Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:

Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), King Campus (Stoney Creek East Hamilton), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)

Application Dates

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Opening Date:

22/05/2025

Closing Date:

29/05/2025 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Corporate Educator provides strategic, operational support and leadership to nursing practice and education initiatives across the organization. The Corporate Nurse Educator provides both clinical and educational expertise within a client-centered, evidence informed focus, to support and advance nursing excellence and quality of care within and across all clinical areas. The Corporate Nurse Educator will develop, implement, coordinate and evaluate education programs that enhance and foster knowledge translation and contribute to high quality patient outcomes among staff at SJH. In addition, the Corporate Nurse Educator will support clinical externs and SPEPs and will promote continuous learning, professional development, continuous quality improvement and service excellence through role modeling, coaching and mentoring, and effectively engage staff to create and support an interprofessional environment that promotes learning, inquiry, innovation, accountability, collaboration, team building and professionalism. The Corporate Nurse Educator will oversee organization-wide intravenous (IV) education, ensuring standardized competency development and adherence to best practices in vascular access and infusion therapy. By integrating IV education into clinical training programs, the Corporate Nurse Educator will enhance skill proficiency, improve patient safety, and support the professional growth of nursing staff across all clinical areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing required Master's Degree in Nursing or Education preferred Certification in adult learning, and leadership preferred

Clinical experience in PICC lines mandatory

Clinical experience in IV education mandatory Membership with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario preferred 5 years evidence of current clinical practice and IV expertise and ongoing professional and leadership development 2 years' experience in a clinical teaching role preferred 2 years' experience within an academic teaching hospital preferred Current BCLS/HCP certification required; Instructor preferred Canadian Nurses Association specialty certification preferred Demonstrated commitment to the organization's values of Service, Responsible Stewardship, Community Responsiveness and Respect Demonstrated leadership ability, with expertise in both clinical practice and education Demonstrated expertise in quality improvement, project and change management Ability to innovate in the delivery of high-quality educational initiatives while using and interpreting quality metrics and effective change management methodologies. Plans, designs, implements, coordinates and evaluates organizational-wide practice and education programs. Works autonomously within a complex and dynamic environment and effectively manages competing priorities and multiple initiatives. Demonstrated scholarly inquiry and effective research skills Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills Ability to work effectively autonomously and to develop and sustain collaborative relationships internally and externally with the community and with academic partners Ability to use information technology and demonstrate working knowledge and proficiency in appropriate computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Learning Management Systems, Electronic Documentation, Digital Order Sets, all Nursing Related or Clinical Software Applications supported by SJHH" Good attendance and work record are essential

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides support and leadership to advance education within nursing practice and education initiatives that will optimize patient outcomes and experiences and improve quality of care. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of clinical and education best practices, collaborating and sharing knowledge, skills and experience with Nurse Educators and point-of-care staff. Ensures educational activities are congruent with SJHH's mission, goals, values, priorities, initiatives and resources. Ensures educational activities are evidence-informed, client-centred, and reflective of established clinical and education best practices. Participates in the implementation of ministry-based nursing initiatives such as NGG, SPEP, IEN, Enhanced Clinical Extern Program. Supports the learning and integration of Clinical Externs, NGGs, SPEP, IEN Innovates in the delivery of high-quality educational initiatives while using and interpreting quality metrics and effective change management methodologies. Works autonomously within a complex and dynamic environment and effectively manages competing priorities and multiple initiatives. Plans, designs, implements, coordinates and evaluates organizational-wide practice and education programs. Develops educational initiatives and goals in consultation and collaboration with stakeholders to meet diverse learning needs of target groups. Effectively plans, manages, and implements complex change initiatives. Acts as formal and informal educational consultant to departments and programs on clinical practice/education issues and their resolution. Prioritizes appropriately in consultation with relevant stakeholders within and external to the SJHH organization. Collaborates with Clinical Managers, Nurse Educators and point-of-care staff to identify knowledge gaps and support ongoing and just-in-time education for staff within clinical area(s). Supports learners and colleagues to identify their own needs as well as the effective learning activities required to meet those needs. Advocates for and develops systems to ensure the consistent application of the College of Nurses of Ontario's Practice Standards and Practice Guidelines as well as standards within applicable nursing specialty (i.e., Provincial Critical Care Standards, Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC) Standards, National Emergency Nursing Association (NEMA) Standards, Canadian Standards for Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, etc.)

HOUR OF WORK:

Monday to Friday, days; occasional weekends or off shift hours conditional on operational demands



St. Joe's fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other.



St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.


We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.