Regional Nurse Educator - Collaborative Practice - Emergency Education

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Director of Collaborative Practice, and in collaboration with the site Emergency/Urgent Care educators within WRHA and Provincially, the incumbent is responsible for:

1. Regional and site educational program development for:
   • Nursing staff including R.N.s, L.P.N.s, R.P.N.s.
2. Regional and site teaching and learning activities.
3. Nursing practice standards.
4. Patient education development.
5. 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. Time spent at individual sites will vary depending on need as assessed from time to time by the Regional Nurse Educator.

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).
• Certified BLS Instructor (must obtain within three months of being hired into the position). 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.).
• Current BLS certification required. 
• Must obtain BLS Instructor certification within three months of being hired into the position.

Qualifications and Skills

• Competency with word processing, presentation programs, and virtual platforms required.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
• 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.

NOTE: Hours of work are flexible and may include evening, night or weekend shifts as 
required.

Physical Requirements

Not applicable