Instructor

The Instructor / Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) provides leadership in planning, co-ordination, implementation and evaluation of educational activities for all staff, including orientation, compulsory educational programs, clinical development and continuing education. You will also be involved in championing new initiatives. The CNE fulfills a key role within PLC AMH Program as a practitioner, consultant, researcher, educator and a leader. The position works collaboratively with the operational leaders and Assistant Head Nurse to enhance liaison between the MH Short Stay Unit (SSU) and various stakeholders including other units and departments. The CNE is responsible for delivery of programs based on identified needs which includes legislation, continued competencies, quality improvement, strategic plans and objectives and organizational needs. The CNE participates in the development and ongoing maintenance of zonal educational programs and clinical policies, protocols and procedures. The CNE triages the daily educational needs of the SSU team and assigns priorities as needed. The incumbent will work directly with staff to enhance their knowledge base and clinical skills in specific areas. They will assist staff in applying research findings in solving problems of patient care. You will collaborate with management and internal partners to promote standards of clinical, educational and evidence informed practice. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of Recovery Alberta. The role will also support other CNEs at the PLC. This position will also support other CNEs and AMH units are PLC.

As an Instructor, you will be an expert practitioner and key educator in support of both nursing staff and the multi-disciplinary clinical team. You will take a leadership role in the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of education for nursing staff including orientation, compulsory and continuing education, and clinical development. You will collaborate with management and internal partners to promote standards of clinical, educational and evidence informed practice. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.

Minimum of 5 years clinical experience in an acute inpatient A&MH unit is required. Previous experience with a variety of treatment modalities in mental health required. Previous experience championing and or rolling out initiatives required. Understanding of clinical practice guidelines Sound knowledge of AHS/Recovery Alberta policies and critical thinking skills to guide decisions. Knowledge of the Addiction and Mental Health related resources across the Calgary Zone required. Demonstrated leadership, organizational and clinical skills in addition to being self-directed and able to work collaboratively in a team environment required. Computer proficiency and the ability to communicate efficiently (verbal & written) required. Knowledge of verbal de-escalation techniques required. Working Knowledge of Psychotropic medications required Experience in administering and teaching the Mental Status examination and knowledge of the Mental Health Act. Experience in various risk assessment i.e., Suicide risk, Homicidal risk, violent risk, COWs. Knowledge of the addiction and mental health continuum of care. Candidate should be willing to work flexible hours and be prepared to cover charge duties. Additionally, must have familiarity of the expectations of medical capabilities within mental health and be able to provide support to staff for treatment as directed, assess potential difficulties, and respond to medical emergencies.

Previous experience in a teaching or education role preferred. Previous experience with a variety of research methodologies preferred. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.