Educator (2024-1143)

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Full Time Term Ends: March 31, 2025
Location: Southport, Education Services BW
Hours: 77.50 FTE: 1.00
Shift: Days
Shift Times: 0800-1615
Union: Non Union
Professional Rate of Pay: $45.45 - $60.87
PCN: 10EDURN013

Date Competition Closes: November 19, 2024

The Opportunity

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Senior Manager and working collaboratively with the Site managers, this position provides leadership in the development and delivery of clinical education and instruction based on adult education principles and philosophy, and by incorporating educational approaches as part of the education delivery. Applies nursing theory, advanced knowledge and leadership concepts, educational theories, and adult learning principles in providing clinical guidance and resource support to staff. This position is responsible for promoting best practice through staff development and education thus ensuring optimal client outcomes. Assists the managers in maintaining standards of care and in providing and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Provides guidance and support to staff and students in the application of the nursing process in the provision of client care and promoting culture of evidence-based practice and evidence-informed decision making. The key responsibility of the educator is to meet the educational needs of the clinical staff in the organization. Responsible for other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.
• Master’s Degree in an applicable health related discipline an asset.
• Registration with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta.
• Certificate in Adult Education with adult education experience an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required for travel between sites.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years practice in relevant field.
• Clinical experience as a regulated nurse.
• Specific clinical experience required for certain units/programs/sites.
• Demonstrated clinical teaching and facilitation skills.
• Passion for profession and staff development.
• Effective communication & interpersonal skills.
• Solution-oriented problem solving.
• Proven aptitude to multitask and work in an environment requiring ongoing flexibility.
• High level of computer literacy.