Clinical Nurse Scholar - Med/Surg/CCC - Permanent Full-Time (SMMH)

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site, and together we provide outstanding, integrated care to support people in living their healthiest lives. ROLE As a Clinical Nurse Scholar working in the Inpatient (Med/Surg) at Muskoka Algonquin Health Care you will; General Responsibilities Design, deliver, and evaluate educational programs, incorporate adult learning principles while providing feedback, coaching and mentoring .

Assess unit-level learning needs and support novice nurses to meet their learning goals . Provide comprehensive education and evaluation to support to newly hired nurses during orientation . Assess clinical and educational needs of nursing staff on an ongoing basis . Participate in the delivery and creation of exceptional and innovative learning experiences that advance nursing practice .

Provide direct and indirect supervision and support of clinical practice for novice nurses . Provide leadership in the delivery of evidence-based nursing care and facilitate the integration of research into meeting established patient care standards/guidelines/protocols . Participate in evaluation of new nursing staff in conjunction with Manager .

Contribute to the evaluation of educational goals and objectives . Foster positive staff interactions and promote a positive culture . Integrated quality indicators, program priorities and MAHC values into frontline education . Facilitate and support nurses through unit-based initiatives and changes . Ensure that patient care complies with standards, legislation and regulations.

Report non-compliance to program manager . Provide support and act as expert role model and resource for the delivery of high-quality care . Create and enable a culture of professional development, incorporating a novice to expert approach . Support with patient care in emergent situations . Performs other duties as may be assigned by the direct manager .

Organize and lead skills drills . Support documentation standards . Assist in processes to identify, assess and engage stakeholders regarding nursing development needs. Principle clinical resource point person when on shift for nursing staff to help ensure competency within scopes of practice and adoption of best practice.

Champion quality and patient safety for clinical practices. Provide guidance to new nursing hires and preceptors. Provide feedback to new nursing hires and nurse manager. Clinical Assessment As per request by Manager for RN and /or RPN assessment, usually as a result of identified concerns and/or practice issues. Provide leadership regarding the creation and implementation of a learning plan.

Provide guidance and feedback to nurse and nurse manager . REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S) Registered Nurse with current College of Nurses of Ontario registration, without restrictions . Current HSFO BLS Provider .

REQUIRED SKILLS

& EXPERIENCE(S) Minimum 5 Years recent and relevant Clinical Experience in area where applying for role . Advanced knowledge and expertise with central venous access devices required . Knowledge and experience in clinical setting . Organization and prioritization skills . Superior leadership and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal .

Excellent computer skills – working knowledge of Cerner and Microsoft Office Word & Excel and Learning Management software. Keen interest in the process of adult education . Evidence of a commitment to continuous learning. Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, and to function in both leadership and collaborative roles.

DESIRED SKILLS , EXPERIENCE(S) & EDUCATION CNA Specialty Certification . Current ACLS Provider . Certificate courses related to Adult Education . Current RNAO membership preferred . ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC) Extended health benefits (permanent full-time) Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Location: South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge.

Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

Responsibility Pay: The Clinical Nurse Scholar will receive a premium of two dollars ($2.00) per hour, in addition to their regular salary and applicable premium allowance. This is considered Mentorship Premium for additional responsibilities. Recruitment Process Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

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ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

Please note, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is not being used to screen, assess, or select applicants in our recruitment process. Conditions of employment for external hires includes; Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department Legal entitlement to work in Canada Satisfactory Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free.

We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled Looking for Housing?

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