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Job Title:

IEN Nurse Educator

Posted Date:

9/18/2023

Closing Date:

9/28/2023

Functional Discipline:

Registered Nurse

Job Description

Temporary Full-time Until 31 March 2024, With Possibility of Extension
Nursing Education Coordinator II, Clinical Educator - Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs)
Western Memorial Regional Hospital, NL

Duties: Located at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook, this position will promote quality evidence-based nursing practice through education and professional development of Internationally Educated Nurses. Reporting to the Director of Professional Practice and Employee Development in consultation with Nurse Managers for Medicine and Surgery, the individual in this position is responsible for the clinical onboarding and orientation of IEN's on the medical and surgical units. The incumbent will mentor IENs with client assessments using Electronic Documentation Systems particularly for assessment and monitoring of acute and chronic disease management e.g., assessment, investigation, follow-up, and evaluation. The incumbent develops, implements, and revises orientation and professional development programs for IENs based on identified learning needs, practice outcomes, education program effectiveness and best practices to ensure effective integration in the clinical environment. The incumbent will provide visible clinical and professional leadership, acting as a role model for staff to support the integration strategy for IENs.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the key skills, behaviours, abilities and knowledge as outlined in the five domains of the LEADS in a Caring Environment framework.
o Leading yourself by having self-awareness, managing your performance and health, developing yourself, and demonstrating character that is in line with Western Health's values of accountability, care, collaboration, excellence, respect and transparency;
o Engaging others through fostering development of others, contributing to the creation of a healthy organization, communicating effectively, and building effective teams;
o Achieving results by setting direction, strategically aligning decisions with vision, values, evidence, taking action to implement decisions, and assessing and evaluating outcomes;
o Developing coalitions through purposefully building partnerships and networks to create results, demonstrating a commitment to customers and service, mobilizing knowledge, and navigating socio-political environments;
o Transforming systems by thinking analytically and critically and questioning and challenging the status quo, encouraging and supporting innovation, orienting oneself strategically to the future, and championing and orchestrating change.

Required Qualifications: A Bachelor of Nursing Degree and current Registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador are required. Courses related to adult or vocational education is an asset, and knowledge of adult learning principles is required. Knowledge of program development and evaluation is also required.

Five years acute care medical and or surgical experience is required. Clinical proficiency with nursing skills and currency in BLS is required. Demonstrated strong collaboration and problem-solving skills are required. Experience in facilitating adult learning is an asset.

This position requires demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communications, teaching, and presentation skills. Successful candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to mentor, educate, coach, and motivate staff in an individual or team setting. Candidates must be self-directed and able to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment. Research skills and the ability to incorporate research and evidence-based practice are required. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to continuous learning. Proficient computer skills are required. The successful candidate must be willing to travel within the region as required.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Consideration will be given to candidates with an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

NOTE: This position may be filled as per Employer/Union obligation under "Duty to Accommodate". Any applicant who requires an accommodation must indicate so clearly through separate correspondence outlining the specifics of the accommodation required. Please note that prior to being considered for any accommodation, employees must meet the qualifications of the position for which they are applying.

Hours of Work: 75 Hours per pay period
0800-1600 Hours; Monday to Friday
Salary Scale: $78,696.38 to $97,958.82 per Annum
Competition Number: WH-2023001211
Competition Closing Date: 28 September 2023
Recruiter Name: Hayley O'Neill

Western Health values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

A resume, proof of qualifications, and the names of two employment references are required. Applicants who do not provide the necessary documentation as outlined on this job posting will not be considered.

To apply, go to https://employment.westernhealth.nl.ca. If you are having issues when using eRecruit, please email erecruit@westernhealth.nl.ca. Note: This email address does not accept applications.

Thank you for your interest with Western Health. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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