Job Description

Job Category: Nursing
Hospital Location: Newmarket ON
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Number of Positions: 1
Union: ONA RN
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $56.67 - $64.56

Why Join Our Team?

A best-in-class workplace environment that prioritizes a culture of belonging and wellness. Progressive health and dental benefit plans. HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing. Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.
If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!


About the role:




The Nurse Educator provides leadership, education, and clinical expertise in the support, orientation and competency based skills development of hospital staff. The Nurse Educator works collaboratively with the inter-professional program team in implementing evidence-based practices to achieve program objectives, in particular, in the development of clinical pathways or protocols. The Nurse Educator models clinical excellence and all core competencies. They will work to advance professional nursing practice and the practice of other professions as appropriate through leadership, learning and development, integration of research, education and best practice, critical thinking inquiry and analysis.

What you'll be doing:

The Critical Care/Corporate Nurse Educator will provide support and guidance for C ritical C are Education Program course . The Critical Care/Corporate Nurse Educator will liaise with level III Critical Care Nurse Educators (CVICU, CICU, and ICU) as well as level II critical care Nurse Educators (SACU, PCI) to achieve program goals and collaborate on deliverables . There may also be a need to liase with other department or unit Nurse Educators where it relates to critical care standards, updates, etc. Develops, implements and evaluates ongoing educational programs for staff and plans appropriate program delivery Leads the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical pathways and patient care guidelines as it relates to the episodes of care within the clinical area Assesses learning needs of staff and supports them to meet lear ning goals Develops, implements and evaluates evidence based practice activities and educational information for clinical staff . Monitors nursing and health care trends/issues and collaborates to integrate relevant information into education activities an d responsibilities . Plans, implements and evaluates evidence based outcome oriented changes in clinical practices and care delivery processes. These changes will evolve from the continuous improvement and work redesign initiatives and the restructuring of practice and services . Co-ordinates, implements and evaluates content and process of patient teaching programs as they relate to the clinical area Participates with other educators and professional practice facilitators in development and delivery of corporat e clinical educational programs The Critical Care/Corporate Nurse Educator will perform other corporate duties as assigned such as, but not limited to, the following: Supporting the facilitation and instruction of the Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) course, Coronary Care 1 (CC1) and Coronary Care 2 (CC2) courses and refresher courses, initial certification and recertification of critical care competencies, medical directives and delegated acts as well as conducting mock codes and providing additional resources for central venous access devic e (CVAD). Provide oversite of revenue generating opportunities such as registration for a variety of education initiatives including, but not limited to the following: DETECT the Deteriorating Patient Workshop, Critical Care review courses as well as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. Provide leadership and support for the Simulation and ACLS committees Provide a framework to support and advance Inter-professional and Professional Practice.

What you bring:

+ Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario + Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required
+ Minimum 5 years recent and relevant critical care (level 3) experience required .
+ Charge Nurse experience preferred
+ Successful completion of Critical Care certificate required
+ Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification required
+ ACLS Instructors Certification preferred
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required
+ Certificate in Adult Education principles or one to two years adult delivering adult training required
+ Best Practice Spotlight Organization Champion designation or willingness to pursue within one month of hire date required
+ Canadian Nurses Association certification (CNA) in related field or willingness to pursue within one year of hire date required
+ Current/ previous experience as a Clinical Nurse Educator in a health care organization preferred
+ Masters in a healthcare related field preferred
+ Completion of Patient Centered Care course or equivalent preferred
+ Current RNAO membership preferred

Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive.


Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.


We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify the Human Resources Department when contacted for an interview. The People, Culture and Experience team will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably.

Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process.

Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism at Southlake Health

Southlake Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Accommodation & Diversity in the Workplace

At Southlake Health, we are committed to promoting employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment practices is a key aspect of our search process. The current posting is seeking candidates who identify with the following equity-seeking groups: women, racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are of the aforementioned identities and feel comfortable making it known, you may choose to self-identify as a member of a designated group. Any information directly related to you is kept confidential and used safely to inform our recruitment process towards being an equal opportunity employer.


Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your submission. We appreciate your interest in joining Southlake Health!