Nurse Educator (N4) - Patient Services - Medicine

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the applicable Director and in collaboration with the Program Teams, the incumbent is responsible for:

• Educational program development for:
  • Nursing staff including R.N.s, L.P.N.s, R.P.N.s. within Medicine/Oncology Program.
  • Support staff including U.A.s, N.A.s, U.C.s and/or applicable technicians within Medicine/Oncology program.
• Teaching and learning activities.
• Nursing practice standards.
• Patient education development.
• Professional and Self Development.

Note: The priority and percentages of each of the above functions will vary throughout the year and possibly from year to year.

Experience

• Must have a minimum of four years recent related nursing experience with demonstrated competency in a defined area of clinical nursing practice.
• Previous experience in teaching, education and program development and evaluation is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing required.
• Master's degree in Nursing is preferred (equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
• Certificate or certification in a related specialty area preferred.
• Note: In certain circumstances, certification as an instructor in a specialty training course (e.g. ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) may be stated as a requirement.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Must be registered or eligible for registration with the College of Nurses of Manitoba (C.R.N.M.).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Current CPR (Targeted Responder) certification required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve in complex situations.
• Evidence of knowledge of the principles of adult learning and teaching strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to function creatively and independently.
• Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.
• Initiates and supports change.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Competency with word processing and presentation programs required.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable