Nurse Educator

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20/Hr.

- CAD $63.47/Hr.

Join the dynamic team on the Kidney Medicine and Transplant Ward l’s Hospital, where we care for patients with chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, and those undergoing kidney transplantation.

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager/Practice Consultant and receiving work direction from the Practice Consultant, Education Strategist, incorporates the core concepts of patient and family‑centred care (respect, dignity, information sharing, participation, and collaboration) and provides visible, accessible clinical support to the nursing staff by acting as an education resource for staff in the clinical areas. Using specialized theory and knowledge, the Nurse Educator:

• Develops, implements, and evaluates a range of formal/ informal educational programs and learning plans for nursing staff, including individual and group learning assessments and opportunities;
• Consults, confers and collaborates with others in the promotion of continuous quality improvement, resolution of clinical education issues, and coordination of activities required for progressive educational and clinical practice programs;
• Takes corrective action with respect to individual and group learning needs as required;
• Integrates the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) Nursing Informatics Entry‑to‑Practice Competencies for RNs into professional practice and education.

Education: Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant, plus three years recent related nursing experience in the designated clinical area of specialty including one year of experience (or training) in areas such as teaching, leadership, mentoring and preceptoring, facilitating group processes, team building, orientation/education program design, development, implementation and evaluation. Educator Pathway education is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to teach, coach, and provide clinical support.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service.
• Ability to identify learning needs and develop educational programs.
• Ability to provide and/or develop resource materials, including educational materials.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of adult education principles.
• Ability to lead a group.
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work independently.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computers.

• A competitive salary: The salary range for this position is $49.20- $63.47 per hour, depending on experience.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families, and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching.
  
  The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
• Meaningful impact: You will have the opportunity to work for an organization that is deeply committed to safeguarding of our surrounding environment by contributing to high quality care while promoting sustainable practices in your everyday work.
• A comprehensive health benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance as well as pension.

Your Day to Day:

• Assesses and validates individual…