Clinical Nurse Educator - Saskatchewan Health Authority, Herbert

Responsibilities

As a Program Development Educator (PDE) within the Saskatchewan Health Authority jobs network, you will be assigned responsibilities for particular rural facilities and community-based services within a specific geographic area. You will work collaboratively with leaders and educators to provide education services consistent with overall program direction, including long-term care, acute care, and community-based services such as home care.

• Integrate knowledge and skills reflective of models of care and adult learning principles to provide education, research, and quality client-centered care under the direction of the Primary Health Care (PHC) Manager.
• Provide visible, proactive leadership and promote client-centered care through identified education programming.
• Assess learning needs, plan, implement, and evaluate education activities and programs using a consultative approach and research findings to support care staff and managers in collaboration with the PHC Director and Managers.
• Handle responsibilities related to electronic health record systems including MDS and Care Management, specialized client needs, and clinical knowledge needs.

What you'll bring

Candidates pursuing these education jobs in Herbert must meet specific educational, competency, and experiential requirements to qualify for this healthcare career.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
• Registered or eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• Two years health care service delivery, education, or program development and evaluation experience
• Experience in teaching adults, facilitation skills, and leading group activities
• Three years of experience in a clinical area within the past five years
• Clinical data analysis skills, intermediate computer skills, problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and demonstrated leadership skills
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards and the application of such
• Ability to integrate clinical knowledge to group activities, plan and carry out responsibilities with minimal supervision, be self-directed, and participate in the development of programs and resources
• Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and consultative relationships, adapt to and implement change, apply research to clinical practice, and articulate theory and knowledge related to the principles of adult education
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development alongside effective verbal and written communication skills

About the employer

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. Committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe, and patient-centred, the organization works together to improve health and well-being every day for everyone.

The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce, as well as advancing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action. Operations are conducted in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Perks and benefits

This full-time regular position operates under the SUN union framework, providing structured field hours, day shifts scheduled at 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks, and a comprehensive Pay Band Nurse B salary range from $42.040 to $52.440.