Instructor - Clinical Nurse Educator
Your Opportunity:
The Instructor-Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) influences both practice & professional competence & growth of learners in a variety of settings at Grande Prairie Regional Hospital (GPRH). This role encompasses a broad scope of practice that supports education & continuous professional development activities in the Operating Rooms & across the site. Utilizing informal leadership skills, the CNE plays a crucial role in building a strong, positive culture that is aligned to our values. The CNE coordinates & facilitates orientation and continuing professional development of staff. The CNE ensures that educational initiatives & processes support the standards for evidence based best practice, policies, & regulatory requirements. In collaboration with key stakeholders & leaders, the CNE promotes a culture of continuous learning & identifies the need for new educational initiatives & integrates knowledge of learning theory & curricula design in developing & delivering education that is learner centric. The CNE utilizes assessment tools & strategies to measure the effectiveness of educational programs, making data-driven improvements as needed. The CNE fosters learning & professional growth through innovative, learner-centric approaches & utilizes technology, simulation, gamification, & other modern modalities to create engaging & interactive learning experiences. The CNE fosters a supportive learning environment for staff & acts as a mentor & coach to support career progression. This role participates in hospital, regional & provincial improvement activities & committees. AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable & is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.
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.
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Instructor
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: Operating Rooms
- Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 27-JAN-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 06-FEB-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 19
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $42.91
- Maximum Salary: $57.57
- 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). PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within the unit, program, or office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 MT on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.
Additional Required Qualifications:5+ years of Operating Room experience. Knowledge of adult learning theory, evidence-based practice research, and curriculum design. Excellent written and oral communication including strong presentation/speaking skills. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, planning and problem-solving skills. Critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
Preferred Qualifications:Previous experience as an educator, clinical instructor or preceptor. Experience in designing and delivering evidence based, innovative, learner-centric educational programs. Familiarity with simulation-based learning and other advanced educational technologies. Familiarity with learning management systems, Tableau, and audio-visual equipment.
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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