NPSP Clinical Placement Specialist

Job summary

The Clinical Placement Specialist facilitates and coordinates clinical placement opportunities for graduate students in the Nurse Practitioner Specialty Practice program. They are responsible for building relationships with healthcare partners and managing the operational planning and documentation for clinical placements.

Job details

This position has an expected end date of March 31, 2031. Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton. The Nurse Practitioner Specialty Practice (NPSP) Clinical Placement Specialist is responsible for facilitating, coordinating, and supporting the development of clinical placement opportunities for graduate students in the Post-Master’s Certificate in NPSP. The Certificate supports licensed Nurse Practitioners to achieve additional knowledge and clinical practice skills within an area of specialization. Reporting to the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies, the position provides leadership in the operational planning, coordination, and administration of clinical placements and is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with healthcare partners, facilitating placement opportunities, supporting placement-related agreements, and developing processes that support the ongoing operation of the graduate clinical placement programs. RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Placement Development and Partnership Management * Develops and maintains productive working relationships with healthcare organizations, health authorities, professional associations, regulatory bodies, and other clinical placement partners provincially. * Identifies, develops, and facilitates new clinical placement opportunities to support the evolving needs of the NPSP certificate program * Collaborates with the Director, NP Programs, and external partners to support development of innovative clinical placement models and learning opportunities. Clinical Placement Coordination and Operations * Coordinates clinical placement activities for NPSP certificate students in collaboration with the Director, NP Programs and other Graduate Office staff. * Facilitates placement planning processes to support alignment between program requirements and available placement opportunities. * Coordinates communication and information sharing between students, faculty members, healthcare partners, and placement agencies. * Supports implementation of approved placement plans and ensures operational requirements are addressed. * Maintains systems and processes to track placements, agreements, placement capacity, partner information, and related documentation. Stakeholder Consultation and Communication * Provides guidance and information regarding placement processes, timelines, documentation requirements, and operational considerations. * Facilitates communication among stakeholders to support successful placement experiences. QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor of Nursing degree required. Master's degree in Nursing or a related field is considered an asset. * Active registration and good standing with the applicable provincial nursing regulatory body (CRNA). * Experience in nursing practice and strong understanding of healthcare systems, clinical practice environments, and the role of Nurse Practitioners within the Canadian healthcare system. * Knowledge of clinical education environments, clinical placement processes, and the operational requirements associated with healthcare student placements. * Demonstrated ability to facilitate partnerships and work effectively with diverse stakeholder groups to achieve shared objectives. * Strong consultation, negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills. * Ability to exercise sound judgment and independently manage complex issues involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and evolving operational requirements. * Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills. * Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify emerging issues, assess risks, and develop practical solutions. * Experience working with databases, tracking systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications. Experience with HSPnet or other placement management systems is considered an asset. * Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigenous engagement, and creating respectful learning and working environments. * Ability to build credibility and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all organizational levels. Application Instructions Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume and cover letter. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, [https://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/benefits-and-pay/benefits-and-pension/benefits-overview/index.html] and an annual salary range of $34,470.00 to $57,471.50 (pro-rated). The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule G [https://www.ualberta.ca/human-resources-health-safety-environment/media-library/my-employment/agreements/universityaasua20182020collectiveagreementschedulegtemporarylibrarianadministrativeprofessionalstaff.pdf] of the collective agreement between the University and the Association of Academic Staff of the University of Alberta. The Faculty of Nursing [https://www.ualberta.ca/en/nursing/index.html] is ranked #1 in Western Canada and #7 globally (QS World Rankings). It offers five CASN-accredited undergraduate programs and multiple graduate programs, including a PhD in Nursing. With over 1,700 students and strong partnerships across Alberta, the faculty leads innovative, high-impact research to meet the health needs of diverse communities and address global health challenges.

What you’ll do

The Clinical Placement Specialist facilitates and coordinates clinical placement opportunities for graduate students in the Nurse Practitioner Specialty Practice program. They are responsible for building relationships with healthcare partners and managing the operational planning and documentation for clinical placements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree and maintain active registration with the applicable provincial nursing regulatory body. Strong understanding of healthcare systems, clinical practice environments, and experience in managing student placements are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

Listed skills

• Project Coordination · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Clinical placement coordination
• Partnership management
• Stakeholder consultation
• Nursing practice
• Conflict resolution
• Negotiation
• Database management
• Reporting tools
• Microsoft Office
• HSPnet
• Project coordination
• Communication
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Leadership
• Student Placements
• Bachelor Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Planning
• Research
• Management
• Clinical Practices
• Conflict Resolution
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• Employment Contracts
• Health Systems
• Innovation
• Information Sharing
• Problem Solving
• Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP)
• Nursing Practices
• Nursing
• Operational Planning
• Operations
• Presentations
• Environment Health And Safety
• Registration
• Coordinating
• Reporting Tools

Job areas

• Education
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Placement Specialist
• Clinical Project Manager
• Research and Development Managers
• Clinical Research Coordinators
• Natural Sciences Managers