Job Description

About the Organization:Is contributing to a mission driven organization important to you? Do you prefer to be a part of an organization that takes its mission as the basis for all decision making? The mission of Covenant Care and Covenant Living is to xe2x80x9ccontinue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person xe2x80x93 body, mind and soul.xe2x80x9dIn fulfillment of this mission, Covenant Care and Covenant Living actively participate in advancing the Covenant Strategic Plan that aspires to:

• Serve xe2x80x93 we will strengthen our mission and live our values to meet the needs of those we serve through excellence in care, an engaged team, and wise use of our resources;
• Transform and Growxe2x80x93 We will transform the health system and grow through integration, innovation, and shared learnings to respond to the strengths and needs of our communities, especially those most vulnerable;
• And Contributexe2x80x93 we will leverage our legacy to maximize the strategic contribution of Catholic health care.

Covenant Care is an organization that takes its mission to the heart of everything it does.We believe that this is what makes our organization stand out in our approach. Our Employees are the key to how our residents feel about their homexe2x80xa6 you have the ability to be a part of influencing the lives of all those that reside in our environments and create a caring and compassionate environment.Day shift (8am - 4:15pm) with occasional Weekends and EveningsPosition Summary:Covenant Care welcomes all who share a calling to serve those most in need.We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person- body, mind and soul.The position of Registered Nurse Educator will commit to incorporate our mission, vision, and our values, which are Compassion, Collaboration, Respect, Social Justice, Integrity and Stewardship, and uphold our ethical traditions as foundational aspects in all actions and decision-making.At Covenant Care, we believe that our residents deserve exceptional customer service and a compassionate team of employees who will support them to thrive and live their lives to their fullest potential.As a member of the training team, and in accordance with Covenant Carexe2x80x99s Mission, Vision, and Values, the Nurse Educator will support this through the delivery of quality resident care and support services ensuring that members of the care team are educated/trained to ensure current evidence-based best practices. With innovation, resourcefulness and collaboration, this position will support a vision of excellence in nursing practice by enhancing staff development, orientation, education, and performance evaluation through their expertise, support, and direction in clinical practice activities. The successful incumbent will incorporate best practices and evidence-based standards into education, facilitate orientations and learning programs, monitor/provide feedback on staff performance (in conjunction with Supervisor), and evaluate effectiveness of holistic resident care delivered, addressing any issues identified.The Nurse Educator will function independently as a role model for nursing staff, assisting them to grow and make meaningful contributions, helping them to be resourceful and collaborative and fostering an environment of empowerment and trust where we collaborate to improve in all that we do. In addition, commitment to employee development, quality and safety will be demonstrated through your innovative and supportive instructional style and methods of communication.Qualifications:This position requires strong critical thinking skills to ensure care plans are individualized to meet residents specific care needs and are they are being reassessed for ongoing updates as necessary. The ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of all residents, family and staff information is essential to delivering care.The position requires the ability to communicate in all forms (reading, writing, clear verbal articulation and active listening) to implement recommendations and develop plans and procedures in accordance with Covenant Carexe2x80x99s protocol and with applicable legislation. Information shared is highly technical and requires mathematical skills as well as the ability to read and analyze reports and data.

• Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BScN) with three (2) to five (5) years of nursing experience required, preferably in a seniors community care setting
• Experience in program development and instructional design required
• Active College & Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) Registration
• Current CPR / First Aid Certification / Equivalency required
• Current BLS (Level C) Healthcare Provider certification required
• One (1) year of experience in a Hospice / Palliative Care or Continuing Care facility required
• Strong interpersonal relationship and communication skills and able to utilize professional judgment
• Strong assessment skills and computer skills an asset
• Exhibits open and sincere approach to relating to people by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
• Recognizes and responds effectively to verbal and non-verbal cues with exceptional active listening skills
• Ability to cope with moral distress regarding resident/family decisions that involve risk to the client while preserving resident's dignity and self worth during interactions
• Ability to cope with frequent changes such as daily routine, workload, shifts and resident needs
• Dementia education an asset
• Exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills
• Demonstrated leadership and change management skills
• A passion and commitment to seniorxe2x80x99s care through mission fidelity and customer service.
• Experience instructing groups of varying background and size required
• Requires flexible schedule with the ability to work alternate shifts as needed
• Capacity to engage in ethical reflection and values-based decision-making, and apply Catholic social teaching to relevant business and operational matters

PLEASE NOTE:Covenant Care offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package.All employees new to Covenant Care must provide a criminal record check not older than 6 months ahead of your commencement date. Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Person Screening processing is taking much longer than typical (3 to 4 weeks) and that commencing the process in advance is advisable. Not having your CRC will delay your ability to commence employment. Covenant Care is committed to an inclusive work environment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank you in advance for applying with Covenant Care.Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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