APN Educator Cath Lab - University Health Network, Toronto

About this opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Professional Practice, the Advanced Practice Nurse Educator (APNE) is an integral member of the interdisciplinary leadership team and demonstrates a set of core competencies fundamental to developing and maintaining the academic practice environment at uhn. The APNE aligned with the Cardiovascular Investigations Unit (Cath Lab) is a member of the Peter Munk Cardiac Center leadership team and Practice-Based Education team within the Collaborative Academic Practice portfolio. The APNE role involves enhancing patient care by applying evidence-based practices, providing clinical consultation, and addressing gaps in practice.

The Cardiovascular Investigations Unit (Cath Lab) is a state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization facility in the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre (PMCC) at the Toronto General Hospital. The lab uses innovative equipment and digital technology serving patients on a regional, national, and international level performing 7,000 procedures a year, home to world-renowned clinicians who use minimally invasive techniques and innovative procedures to treat a wide range of patients with complex heart disease.

Requirements

• Must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario and able to practice without restrictions
• Current membership in RNAO (Registered Nurses Association of Ontario) is preferred
• Current membership in a related professional interest group or association is preferred
• At a minimum, completion of a graduate degree program in Nursing or Education or recognized equivalent is required
• Theoretical and practical experience in adult education and other relevant educational frameworks, including educational program planning, development, and evaluation, is required
• Completion of specialty-specific certification program(s) relevant to respective clinical areas required
• Completion of a Basic Life Support (BLS) program required upon hire
• Previous experience as an Educator considered an asset
• At least three years of previous nursing experience in a relevant specialty preferred
• Excellent leadership, time management, facilitation skills
• Interprets, communicates and disseminates research findings to support patient care and recommends evidence-based policy and practice change
• Ability to be adaptable, build trust, provide coaching and collaboration, facilitate change and promote continuous improvement
• Demonstrate ability to motivate staff and create an environment conducive to learning and team building
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work effectively as a member of and/or lead an interprofessional team
• Able to effectively use information technology
• Ability to meet multiple and competing deadlines

Your impact

• Design and deliver tailored staff education
• Promote professional development, and mentors nurses for career growth
• Collaborate with teams across uhn and the academic community on clinical and educational initiatives
• Participate in committees, and share best practices
• Lead program evaluation, implement innovative education strategies, and support and lead quality improvement initiatives
• Drive nursing visibility and change management efforts, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations

About the employer

Working at uhn provides an opportunity to work alongside talented and inspiring healthcare professionals. uhn offers a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks designed to help you find value throughout your career.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and uhn shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks including multiple corporate discounts such as travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, and on-site gyms