Instructor
Your Opportunity:
Under the general supervision of the Program Manager of Cardiac Sciences, Medical Services and Clinical Neurosciences and Unit Manager of Ambulatory Neurosciences, the Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) is responsible for staff development, program development (including quality improvement) and leadership within Ambulatory Neurosciences and Day Medicine at South Health Campus. This position is responsible for planning and implementing a variety of educational programs necessary to ensure best practice guidelines in the care provided within the Clinical Neurosciences departments and Day Medicine (.84 FTE). Clinical Neurosciences and Day Medicine are part of the largest ambulatory footprint at the South Health Campus, consisting of some of the most complex clinics and procedures with zonal programs. The CNE develops and provides educational supports and programs for patients, families and the entire multidisciplinary team. They also ensure all guidelines, policies and protocols are up to date and current. They work closely with the Management team to addresses obstacles to ensure the safe delivery of care and aligns practices throughout the zone with like clinics. They also ensure pathways to care are followed and staff competencies are up to date within the department. he position will work closely with QI initiatives in Day Medicine as well as in Clinical Neurosciences. There are many efficiencies needed to improve workflow within clinics and decrease wait times with procedures; this would require the help of an educator to work with our Connect Care teams on orders, smart phrases and charting guidelines for best practice in each discipline.
Description:
As an Instructor, you will be an expert practitioner and key educator in support of both nursing staff and the multi-disciplinary clinical team. You will take a leadership role in the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of education for nursing staff including orientation, compulsory and continuing education, and clinical development. You will collaborate with management and internal partners to promote standards of clinical, educational and evidence informed practice. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.
- Classification: Instructor
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: SHC Clinical Neurosciences and Day Medicine
- Primary Location: South Health Campus
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At or Out of (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.84
- Posting End Date: 18-AUG-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 08-SEP-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 16
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $47.34
- Maximum Salary: $64.79
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:Minimum of Baccalaureate degree in nursing with 3 years of relevant experience plus appropriate licenses and designations required Active registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) Must have at minimum 3 years full-time experience in Acute and/or Ambulatory Neurosciences and Medicine. Demonstrated clinical competence and knowledge of a variety of treatment modalities required BCLS-HCP required Evidence of interest in Quality Improvement and Change Management required Demonstrated clear pattern of professional and personal development is evident Family and patient focused orientation with a commitment to continuous quality improvement in service delivery Strong commitment to collaboration and the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve excellence in clinical service delivery Proactive in planning, developing, and implementing effective strategies to resolve issues and problems Demonstrated teaching skills and resource development Effective ability to manage a diverse scope of responsibilities Excellent communication, leadership, interpersonal and public relations skills Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and with team as required
Preferred Qualifications:Masters Preparation preferred Certified Neuroscience Nursing CNN(c) preferred Advanced Neuroscience Nursing Certificates preferred Current membership with the Canadian Association of Neuroscience Nurses (CANN) preferred Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Neurosciences and Day Medicine in the Zone preferred Knowledge with Connect Care workflows in ambulatory preferred
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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