Nurse B - Clinical Nurse Educator
About The Position
Under the direction of the Primary Health Care Manager, the Program Development Educator (PDE) integrates knowledge and skill reflective of the Health Services models of care and principles of adult learning, in the provision of education, research, and quality client centered care for a defined group of clients. The incumbent will provide visible, proactive leadership and promote the delivery of client centered care through identified education and programming. In collaboration with the Manager, the PDE is responsible for assessing learning needs of staff. The Program Development Educator will use a collaborative and consultative approach in the development of research based guidelines, processes and protocols that meet the needs of care providers and provide support to health care professionals as appropriate. This position will have specific responsibilities related to the specialized needs of clients within Primary Health Care including Palliative Care Services (Palliative Care Inpatient Unit and Palliative Home Care) and Home Care Services. The accountability for achieving the Primary Health Care goals and outcomes is shared by all Primary Health Services departments and therefore this position works within a matrix of relationships.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or graduate from an approved School of Nursing.
- Computer skills.
- Clinical data analysis skills.
- Three (3) years of experience in the specific clinical area.
- Experience in program/resource development related to needs assessment.
- Experience in teaching adults, facilitation skills, and leading group activities.
- Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS).
- Must possess a valid driver's license and have a vehicle available for work.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using EMR and InterRAI assessment tools will be considered an asset.
- Ability to apply and educate research to clinical practice.
- Demonstrates ability to plan & carry out responsibilities w/ minimal supervision.
- Knowledge in principles of adult education.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards and application of such.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
- Articulates theory and knowledge related to client centered care.
- Ability to be self directed and work relatively independently.
- Demonstrates ability in teaching, facilitation and group activities.
- Ability to adapt to and implement change.
- Ability to integrate knowledge and experience to enhance clinical practice.
- Leadership Skills.
- Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development.
Responsibilities
- Integrates knowledge and skill reflective of Health Services models of care and principles of adult learning in the provision of education, research, and quality client-centered care.
- Provides visible, proactive leadership and promotes the delivery of client-centered care through identified education and programming.
- Assesses learning needs of staff in collaboration with the Manager.
- Uses a collaborative and consultative approach in the development of research-based guidelines, processes, and protocols.
- Provides support to health care professionals as appropriate.
- Addresses the specialized needs of clients within Primary Health Care, including Palliative Care Services and Home Care Services.
Benefits
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
- Travel allowance is provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
