Job Description

File No: MNU-25-06

Date Posted: September 23, 2025

Closing Date: September 30, 2025

Date of Vacancy: October 6, 2025

Location: Ongwanada Resource Centre

Hours of Work: 40 hours bi-weekly

Wage: Hourly: $50.00

Position:

The Nurse Educator is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating education programs that support the safe delegation and performance of controlled acts, and the attainment and maintenance of staff competency in individualized protocols. All education and competency practices are aligned with the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA), College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards, MCCSS Quality Assurance Measures (QAM), and Ongwanada policy

Duties and Responsibilities

The Nurse Educator will primarily be responsible to:

Coach and mentor staff to foster a culture of learning that supports safe, person-directed support. Observe unregulated care providers in delegated practices and provide education, coaching, and competency validation for staff to support the safe performance of delegated acts, in alignment with clinical directives, licensing standards, and organizational policies. Conduct supervised practice sessions and competency assessments, verifying knowledge, skill, and judgment before staff undertake the delegation or performance of controlled acts. Develop and deliver educational materials and interactive learning activities to illustrate safe delegation and performance of controlled acts. Provide education and evaluate staff competence through one-on-one training, site visits, workshops, technology, and demonstration of nursing/personal support techniques (e.g., bowel care, skin care, tracheostomy, G-tube procedures, insulin administration, seizure management). Oversee and educate staff on infection prevention and outbreak management practices to ensure compliance and organizational readiness. Collect learner feedback and review incident reports to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of educational programs. Coordinate student placements and, where appropriate, serve as placement preceptor for nursing students, offering foundational learning opportunities in developmental services that spark interest, build comfort, and increase confidence in supporting adults with developmental disabilities, dual diagnosis, and associated medical complexities. Promote structured exposure opportunities for nursing students in medically complex homes (e.g., tracheostomy, G-tube care, seizure management), creating safe and meaningful clinical experiences. Provide input and guidance in the development of policies and standards for nursing practice and delegated/controlled acts. Collaborate with interdisciplinary, community, and academic partners to advance best practices in clinical education within developmental services. Adapt education approaches to reflect the changing needs of supported individuals, staff, and programs. Work collaboratively with families and caregivers so education and training reflect the needs and preferences of individuals supported. Educate and coach staff on applying person-directed approaches for individuals with chronic conditions and medical complexities, including strategies to engage families and caregivers in education where appropriate. Identify training needs and anticipate the impact of service changes on staff competence and readiness. Evaluate and recommend external training resources to supplement in-house training, as needed. Maintain current knowledge of regulatory updates related to delegation and controlled acts, integrating these into staff education to support ongoing compliance and organizational readiness.

For the complete position description please contact Human Resources through careers@ongwanada.com

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN or RPN; Current CPR and First Aid certification. Minimum of three (3) years relevant Nursing experience; Previous Nursing experience working with people with developmental disabilities/dual diagnosis, chronic conditions, medical complexities and technologies; Demonstrated experience in adult education or in coaching, mentoring, and training staff. Apply knowledge of delegation and controlled acts under the RHPA, CNO standards, and MCCSS requirements. Deliver effective education, coaching, and competency validation using adult learning methods. Translate clinical directives into accessible training for unregulated care providers and support staff. Lead IPAC and outbreak management education. Demonstrate strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and judgment in assessing competence and training needs. Communicate effectively and collaboratively with staff, clinical consultants, individuals supported, and families/caregivers. Use digital platforms to deliver, monitor, and document training. Adapt to organizational needs and foster a culture of learning that supports safe, person-directed care.
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Please submit a

Cover Letter and Resume

quoting file number to:

Human Resources Generalist,

Ongwanada 191 Portsmouth Avenue

Kingston, ON K7M 8A6

Fax (613) 548-8135 Email: careers@ongwanada.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person