122924 - Regional Nursing Education Lead

Work Location
Lions Gate Hospital - NS
Home Worksite
00 - Excluded - VCHA
Labour Agreement
Excluded
Union
905 - Mgt/Excluded-VCHA (37.5 Hr)
Position Type
Term Specific
Job Status
Temporary Full-Time
FTE
1.00
Standard Hours / Week
37.50
Job Category
Education & Learning
Salary Grade
09
Min Hourly
CAD $54.19/Hr.
Max Hourly
CAD $77.89/Hr.
Shift Times
0800-1600
Days Off
Saturday, Stats, Sunday
End Date
4/25/2025
Position End Date - Incumbent
Position ends on the listed end date or upon the return of the incumbent.

Come work as a Regional Nursing Education Lead with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Reporting to the Regional Director and in alignment with the department’s vision and philosophy of Leading Learning and Partnering for Potential, the Regional Nursing Education Lead develops an organizational Clinical Education Strategy that promotes and facilitates ongoing development/growth needs of educational leaders and clinical staff. Working with a designated client service/program delivery area, the Regional Nursing Education Lead provides leadership and consultation to senior managers and staff regarding clinical education strategies, and initiatives, and develops innovative educational programming to support organizational initiatives. Apply today to join our team!

As a Regional Nursing Education Lead with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Contribute to the overall leadership in clinical education in accordance with the organization’s mission, vision, values and strategic direction as well as the department’s vision and philosophy and professional practice standards by fostering a climate of continued learning and growth, and encouraging and supporting a variety of educational programs and strategies.
• Identify clinical education goals and objectives, and ensure sound ethical educational practices to advance clinical education practices.
• Contribute to the development of an Educational Strategy to support the clinical transition throughout the course of a career.
• Develop a regional education framework for the organization that is nimble and responsive to changing needs of the designated area and the organization.
• Develop, coordinate and implement multiple education delivery modalities for the organization that are current, easily accessible, and support the educational needs of staff, educators and managers.
• Develop, support and implement education strategies to support Clinical Educators across VCH.
• Develop program evaluation strategies to ensure key educational objectives are met, and appropriate learning has occurred.
• Execute project plans according to project management methodologies by ensuring systems and processes are in place, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring the organization is ready for project implementation. Provide leadership to project teams as appropriate and in accordance with the agreed charter, and ensure the successful and coordinated completion of all tasks, processes, contractual arrangements and material requirements of the project.
• Ensure clinical education decision-making centers around evidence-based and evidence-informed practice.
• Participate in the Regional Clinical Education Services budget processes with the Regional Director, Clinical Education. Develop specific proposals related to Clinical education needs, and explore opportunities for revenue generation with educational programs and materials.
• Have awareness of Clinical Informatics competencies as they relate to clinical practice and education.
• Work within the parameters Regional Clinical Education budget, including human and financial resources, through optimizing efficiencies.
• Participate in the clinical education services budget processes with the Regional Director, Clinical Education including developing specific proposals for educational needs.
• Foster, lead and role model a healthy and safe workplace.
• Participate in communication/committee work. Chair cross-organizational and provincial meetings as required.
• Collaborate and partner within the Regional Clinical Education team and colleagues both internally and externally to the organization.
• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately report unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Current full registration with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC) or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of British Columbia (CRPNBC).
• Master’s Degree in Nursing or Education, or other related field.
• Seven (7) years’ recent, related experience in a complex health environment, including progressive clinical education, and education program planning and delivery experience.
• Valid BC Driver’s License is required as local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle for which mileage reimbursement will be paid in accordance with excluded contract agreement.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Applies comprehensive knowledge and skill in educational theory, research, technology and related best practices as well as an understanding of health care disciplines and networking abilities to support enhanced educational practices.
• Uses superior group facilitation, team building, negotiating, conflict resolution skills and an interactive teaching style to engage learners with a variety of different learning styles and facilitate critical thinking and problem resolution.
• Fosters creativity and innovation in strategic planning involving learning and development and in the development of teaching and learning strategies.
• Applies superior written communication abilities and proficient computer skills in the design and composition of creative high quality, interactive learning materials.
• Advanced computer literacy including the flexibility to work with various work related software programs including Microsoft Office (word processing, databases, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, etc), Outlook, Internet, etc. Familiarity and comfort using social media for educational purposes.
• Superior process design and project management abilities applied in the design and development of learning and development initiatives.
  
  

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.