May consist of days, evenings and weekends
As per ONA Collective Agreement, plus additional compensation per Article 19.04 (b), the employee shall be paid a premium of four dollars ($4.00) per hour in addition to their regular salary and applicable premium
allowance.
Description
Under the general supervision of the VP - Patient Services and Chief Nursing Officer and in collaboration with the Program Teams, the incumbent is responsible for the following:
- Educational program development for: Nursing staff including RN’s, RPN’s, support staff including PSW’s and/or applicable technicians
- Specialized focus on Internationally Educated Nurses
- Teaching and learning activities
- Patient education development including curriculum development
- Professional and self-development
Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
- Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
- A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
- Access to staff physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!
Qualifications:
Experience
- Must have a minimum of three 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
- Previous experience with working with International Educated Nurses preferred
Education
- 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
Certification/Licensure/Registration
- Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Active participation in professional associations preferred
- Current CPR (Targeted Responder) certification Required
Qualifications and Skills
- Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA)
- Excellent interpersonal, 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 collaboratively and independently
- Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development
- Initiates and supports change
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Competency with word processing and presentation programs required
- Knowledge of First Nations culture an asset
- Knowledge of Internationally Educated Nurse licensing an asset
- Reliable attendance record
Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.
Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.
Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.
LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.
We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.
LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.
For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393
