Fredericton Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1153775

Job summary

Provide bedside and classroom education, mentorship, and competency development for Emergency Department nursing staff, including instruction in clinical procedures, certifications, and annual skills reviews. Develop and evaluate education programs and clinical standards, maintain staff competency records, and collaborate with educators, managers, and other stakeholders.

Job details

Job Purpose This is an advanced practice nursing role in the field of the Emergency Medicine Program. This individual will be required to be a clinical lead utilizing a collaborative nursing model to support the educational needs of the nursing staff within the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital, New Brunswick. Additional liaison work may be required to support the Emergency Medicine Program sites including URVH, OPH and UCC. Qualifications Minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing. Certificate in Adult Education is considered an asset. Nurse with current registration in the province of New Brunswick. Minimum of 5 years current Emergency Department experience with demonstrated clinical leadership ability and competence in professional practice. Successful completion of the New Brunswick Critical Care Nursing Program or equivalent. ACLS and BLS certification, and willingness to obtain instructor certification within first year of employment. TNCC, ENPC, PALS, NRP, CTAS certifications preferred, and a willingness to obtain instructor status. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting. Demonstrates leadership qualities and the ability to be self-directed. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position, including maintaining competency in clinical skills by performing regular nursing practice duties at bedside. Proficient with computer skills, i.e., word, excel and power point. Good work record. A Resume and cover letter are required as part of the application.** Key Responsibilities Provides direct clinical teaching at the bedside in real-time. Provides in class teaching for adult learners, facilitates education of nursing staff in clinical procedures, new equipment, policies and development of skills necessary for safe patient care. Develop individualized nursing education plans and provide mentorship. Develops and maintains standards and procedures for nursing staff. Acts as a resource and develops the competency of the Emergency Department nursing staff. Develop, plan, co-ordinate, schedule and present nursing courses, seminars and workshops to enhance clinical practice. Assists with the delivery and ongoing evaluation of Emergency Department orientation/mentorship programs; including EPICC education. Promotes and demonstrates effective communication, helps relationships and serves as a mentor to nursing staff Participate in organizational committees, work groups and planning teams as required for the Emergency Department. Provides feedback for Emergency Department nursing education programs on an ongoing basis. Maintains a record of all activities (staff competencies, certifications, remediation plans) and provides a monthly written report to the manager. Instructs Advanced Nursing Competencies, ACLS, BLS/RQI, PALS and CTAS and annual skills review. Participates in the development, revision, implementation and evaluation of clinical standards, policies, procedures and quality initiatives for the Emergency Department. Collaborates with facility educators, managers, resource nurses and directors. Assigned duties at the discretion of the manager. COMPETENCIES Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Positive attitude. Provide a supportive learning environment for staff. Foster partnerships and work with internal and external stakeholders. Self-motivated, a self-starter and works effectively as a team member. Solve complex situations using sound judgement and appropriate decision making. Use evidence-based decision making, best practices and empowers others in these competencies. Coaching skills and abilities. High regard for confidentiality for patients and staff associated information, ethical conduct, and the ability to effectively deal with conflict. Must be able to work independently within defined scope of responsibility. Patient/Client Focus If a candidate’s primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, Writing and Oral). Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon’s Terms of Employment Interested? Apply Today! Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications. About Horizon’s Recruitment Process We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes. Diversity Statement Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

What you’ll do

Provide bedside and classroom education, mentorship, and competency development for Emergency Department nursing staff, including instruction in clinical procedures, certifications, and annual skills reviews. Develop and evaluate education programs and clinical standards, maintain staff competency records, and collaborate with educators, managers, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Requires a nursing bachelor’s degree, current New Brunswick nursing registration, at least five years of current Emergency Department experience, and completion of the New Brunswick Critical Care Nursing Program or equivalent. Candidates need clinical leadership and teaching ability, ACLS and BLS certification, strong communication skills, and willingness to obtain instructor certification; several additional emergency and pediatric certifications are preferred.

Listed skills

• Mentorship · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Emergency Nursing
• Clinical Leadership
• Bedside Teaching
• Nursing Education
• Mentorship
• Curriculum Development
• Clinical Competency Assessment
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Basic Life Support
• Trauma Nursing
• Pediatric Emergency Nursing
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Conflict Resolution
• Microsoft Word, Excel, And PowerPoint

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Education
• Management & Leadership

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