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Clinical Nurse Educator - Eagle Ridge Hospital

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Port Moody, +2

AI generated summary

  • You need BCCNM registration, 3 years clinical experience with 1 year in education/leadership, relevant coursework, a valid BC driver’s license, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • You will assess educational needs, develop and deliver programs, evaluate effectiveness, mentor staff, collaborate with stakeholders, and support quality improvement and research initiatives.

Requirements

  • Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
  • Three (3) years of recent related clinical experience in the designated clinical area, including one (1) year of education and/or leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Completion of post graduate course work and/or certification applicable to the designated clinical area.
  • Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for business-related purposes, as required.
  • Clinical proficiency/expertise in the designated clinical area.
  • Ability to apply educational theories and evidence to teaching practices.
  • Ability to establish educational priorities to meet identified program, organization and learner needs.
  • Ability to implement education based on changing practices e.g. legislation and technology.
  • Ability to foster effective teaching and learning relationships.
  • Ability to facilitate learning and create effective learning environments.
  • Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders in preparing appropriate learner environments.
  • Ability to develop and utilize appropriate practice assessment tools.
  • Ability to develop and deliver teaching/learning modalities and education materials that promote best practice.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to provide leadership and work direction in a coaching/mentoring role.
  • Ability to work independently in an organized and self directed manner.
  • Ability to problem-solve and effectively deal with conflict situations.
  • Ability to conceptualize education from a unit to regional focus.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Determines education priorities that meet clinical and learner needs, in collaboration with the Manager/Director; completes learning needs assessments of individuals or groups to assist in the determination of the educational requirements and their objectives.
  • Develops and revises educational programs based on clinical evidence, policy (e.g. clinical decision support tools), literature and resources, and education theory.
  • Creates supportive and interprofessional learning environments; utilizes education theory and builds strong professional relationships with learners in order to facilitate open communication.
  • Delivers learner-centered education to individual or groups of staff and patients/clients/residents/families through methods such as conducting formal presentations, mentoring, coaching, facilitating groups, demonstrating, providing lectures, role modeling, and providing point-of-care education and on-the-spot teaching.
  • Plans and schedules educational activities and maintains a system for tracking attendance; maintains statistics for reporting purposes.
  • Evaluates education program effectiveness by measuring the outcomes, determining whether the clinical objectives have been achieved, and assessing whether learning has occurred that results in the demonstration of best practices.
  • Delivers other educational programs such as staff orientation, equipment/supply in-services, and other related Fraser Health initiatives.
  • Arranges clinical placements for students and mentorship for new staff in consultation with the Manager and in collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders. Supports meaningful partnerships with the educational sector to foster learning.
  • Collaborates with other practice leaders to provide leadership, consultation, and performance support to clinical staff, employed student nurses and students to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
  • Supports staff to plan and carry out patient/client/resident/family education about discharge planning, illness prevention and health maintenance.
  • Participates in quality improvement and risk management activities by methods such as evaluating effect of changes in practice, generating recommendations for alternative approaches to practices, conducting safety audits, and implementing teaching/learning when required.
  • Participates in research and special projects; promotes staff awareness and involvement in research activities.
  • Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, participates on a variety of designated professional or operational committees at the unit, hospital, program and/or regional level.
  • Assists the Manager/Director by attending panel interviews, providing recommendations on the selection of new staff, and providing feedback on optimal use of budgetary resources as requested.
  • Assists the Manager/Director by assessing clinical skill and performance, providing related input, and coaching staff to help them achieve established clinical performance goals.
  • Participates in the review, development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-informed clinical decisions support tools/policies.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Clinical Nurse Educator position?

The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20 - $67.08 per hour.

Is there a signing bonus for this position?

Yes, new Registered Nurses may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $15,000.

What are the educational qualifications required for this role?

Candidates must have current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), three years of recent related clinical experience, including one year of education and/or leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

What benefits does Fraser Health offer to employees?

Employees enjoy comprehensive, 100% employer-paid benefits, generous vacation time, immediate pension enrollment, maternity top-up, flexible scheduling options, and a TransLink Pass subsidy.

Where is Eagle Ridge Hospital located?

Eagle Ridge Hospital is located in Port Moody, British Columbia, serving the communities of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore, and Belcarra.

What types of educational activities will the Clinical Nurse Educator be responsible for?

The Clinical Nurse Educator will develop and deliver formal group or individual educational activities, conduct learning needs assessments, deliver learner-centered education, and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs.

Are there opportunities for career development within this role?

Yes, the position includes participation in research, quality improvement, and risk management activities, as well as opportunities for mentoring and clinical placements for students.

Is a valid driver's license required for this position?

Yes, a valid BC Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes are required.

What is the work schedule like for the Clinical Nurse Educator?

The position allows for a flexible schedule with various scheduling options available for regular status nurses.

What skills are important for a Clinical Nurse Educator?

Important skills include clinical proficiency, the ability to apply educational theories, effective communication, leadership abilities, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with various stakeholders.

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Mission & Purpose

Located in British Columbia, Fraser Health is one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing health authorities that operates 12 hospitals (including Level 1 and 3 Trauma Centres), the province’s first state-of-the-art outpatient centre and other facilities. Serving over two (2) million British Columbians in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, our team of over 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.