Educator - AgeCare West Williams
About The Position
At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us. This Corporate Educator (Registered Nurse) role promotes and supports a positive learning climate modeling AgeCare’s four Guiding Principles, Trust, Respect, Quality and Teamwork. The successful candidate will develop and implement teaching programs using their knowledge as a Registered Nurse and skills of Adult Learning principles to connect with staff, residents and families. The Educator has both corporate and site responsibilities and will collaborate with community supports to ensure education is aligned with best practice standards. Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind.
Requirements
- Be an RN or Registered Psych Nurse, registered with, or eligible for registration with CARNA or CRPNA.
- 3 or more years continuing care/gerontology experience.
- Demonstrated success in mentoring, developing and leading care staff.
Nice To Haves
- Being a CPR instructor would be an asset.
- Previous experience in education and quality management with knowledge regarding RAI and Dementia Strategy preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement teaching programs using knowledge as a Registered Nurse and skills of Adult Learning principles to connect with staff, residents and families.
- Collaborate with community supports to ensure education is aligned with best practice standards.
- Provide education opportunities and in services to staff, residents and families on various topics related to quality resident care and safety.
- Promote best practices in the areas of dementia care, medication management, infection prevention and control, end of life care, fall prevention, etc.
- Provide instruction on a 1:1 basis and in groups at all types of orientation instructional days as well as mandatory education according to standards annually.
- Take an active role in ensuring care standards meet or exceed audit and accreditation standards.
Benefits
- Salary placement based on qualifications and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
