Nurse Educator - Professional Practice Office

Reporting to the Manager, Interprofessional Practice and Education, the successful candidate will support the professional development of point-of-care clinicians, with a particular emphasis on physical-health assessment, medical nursing competencies, clinical skills development and interprofessional care.

Recent medical, surgical or acute care nursing experience is required. The successful candidate will bring strong clinical assessment, teaching and collaborative practice skills to support evidence-informed care for patients with complex physical and mental health needs.

The Professional Practice Office is currently seeking a full-time, temporary Nurse Educator to support Integrated Care education and professional practice development across CAMH.

Reporting to the Manager, Interprofessional Practice and Education, and working collaboratively with the Professional Practice Office, you will play a key role in contributing to quality client care by supporting the professional development of clinicians, particularly in strengthening physical-health nursing competencies and addressing clinical program educational needs.

The core functions of the role will be dedicated to the assessment and education of point-of-care clinicians and contributing to the development of high-performing interprofessional clinical teams.

Key areas of educational focus will include comprehensive and focused physical-health assessments; comprehensive psychiatric and mental-health assessments; interprofessional care planning; and the application of evidence-informed practices at the point of care for individual clinicians and clinical teams.

You will bring knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning, clinical education development and delivery, and the care of adults with acute and complex physical and mental illnesses and comorbidities. A strong foundation in medical nursing practice, clinical assessment and the recognition and management of physical-health concerns is essential.

In collaboration with clinical stakeholders, including Hospitalists, Pharmacy, education specialists and other members of the interprofessional team, you will support clinicians in the application of education related to Integrated Care and Professional Practice Office priorities. This includes the interpretation of clinical policies and procedures, use of the I-CARE clinical information system, and promotion of effective interprofessional collaboration.

You will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable professional and regulatory requirements.

This position will be based at 1001 Queen Street West.

The successful candidate must be a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and possess a current BCLS (CPR) certificate.

Five (5) years of nursing experience within the mental health field is essential. Recent, demonstrated medical, surgical or acute care nursing experience, including the assessment and management of patients with complex physical-health needs, is required.

A BN/BScN degree and computer literacy are required. An MN/MScN or other relevant master's degree is preferred. Previous teaching experience is essential. CNA certification in psychiatric/mental-health nursing is considered an asset.

Experience in comprehensive physical-health assessment, peripheral intravenous therapy and the development and delivery of clinical skills education would be considered assets.

Specific experience with clients with severe mental health and addiction issues and/or forensic histories is considered an asset.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to intervene effectively in challenging clinical situations requiring the management of disturbed behaviour, along with strong clinical judgment, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

You will be highly organized and possess excellent communication skills to facilitate working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment. You will demonstrate the ability to foster a positive learning environment, motivate and challenge learners, and work effectively with diverse populations.

This is a full-time, temporary position (1.0 FTE) for a six-month contract, subject to applicable Collective Agreement provisions. Additional hours may be available based on operational needs.

This position is part of the ONA Bargaining Unit.

If you are interested in this position, please ensure that you apply before 5pm EST of the closing date. If your application is received past 5pm EST of the closing date, your application will not be accepted.

Salary Range: $44.57 – $63.85 per hour

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.
CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.
CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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