Baycrest, a world-class leader in innovation in aging, provides care through a unique continuum of care system ranging from wellness programs, residential housing and outpatient clinics to a 472-bed nursing home, and a 300- bed hospital that includes both Acute and Complex Continuing Care.
Interprofessional Educators (2), Centre for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long Term Care

We have two full time opportunities for Interprofessional Educators for our newly created Centre for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long Term Care. These roles are leadership roles that will be responsible for coordinating, planning, implementing and evaluating interprofessional clinical training and education activities. Reporting to the Manager, Centre of Learning, Research & Innovation in Long-Term Care, the Interprofessional Educators will provide expertise in interprofessional clinical training and education, and will deliver educational programs to staff and trainees.

Clinical Education:
• Coordinate/deliver interprofessional clinical education programs to staff and trainees,
• Conduct training, assess progress and report regularly to the Manager and Baycrest Executive sponsors,
• Work collaboratively with the Manager, Steering Committee members, and advisory council members in establishing a program framework for the Clinical Teaching Unit (‘CTU’).
• Prepare and present the Centre’s educational initiatives to various stakeholders.
• Plan, implement and evaluate educational strategies that support and promote the goals of the Centre of LRI.
• Engage in scholarly activities, such as presentations and publications.
• Participate in guiding external visitors through the CTU.
• Participate in the coordination of a core course in long-term care/geriatrics, establishing an annual LTC conference, a summer institute for trainees and intensive preceptorships.
• Work collaboratively with the Manager and Steering Committee members in coordinating a teaching curriculum for the CTU.

Program Coordination
• Participate in the coordination of the research, evaluation and innovation components of the Centre for LRI
• Participate in engaging the Centre of LRI Advisory Council and Baycrest Executive sponsors and keeping them informed of the educational program offerings in the CTU
• Maintain records and statistics related to skill training and certification
• Consult with staff and trainees to assess their current and future interprofessional learning needs and develop and coordinate sessions to meet these needs.

Quality Management and Best Practice Integration
• Participate in the continuous improvement of services and operations,
• Promote concepts of best practice guidelines through articulation of knowledge skills and attitudes required for health professionals within an interprofessional practice environment and integrate research into practice to ensure best practice standards are maintained,
• Ensure practices and processes are in accordance with legislative, regulatory and professional standards/requirements.

The successful candidate will have:
• Master’s degree in a health care discipline.
• Registered & in good standing with their college or equivalent
• Certificate in geriatrics is an asset.
• Three (3) years related experience as an educator.
• Long Term Care experience
• Experience working with regulated and unregulated care providers
• Advanced clinical skills in gerontology.
• Knowledge of the quality and related reporting requirements under the Long-Term Care Homes Act, Local Health System Integration Act (i.e. the performance obligations and indicators needed to support Baycrest’s Hospital Service Accountability Agreement (‘HSAA’), the Excellent Care for All Act and other pertinent legislation and regulations.
• Excellent knowledge of curriculum design and program evaluation.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Project and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Effective stakeholder engagement, interpersonal skills and communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization,
• Superior verbal, written, listening and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to influence and establish credibility with individuals at all levels of the organization, challenging the status quo and being a catalyst for positive change.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to direct and motivate team and others and to distill complex information into clear, concise messages.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver training.
• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple, often competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Customer-focused in defining quality and establishing priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to process improvement.
• Demonstrated advanced facilitation skills
• Demonstrated expertise and ability to apply, teach, coach and mentor individuals and teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving results through collaboration.
• Demonstrated success in establishing, leading and maintaining positive change through quality improvement initiatives.
• Ability to work with a range of professional disciplines and levels of staff across the organization.

Join a dedicated team of staff and volunteers whose vision is to transform the way people age and to advance quality of life to a new level through the power of research and education, with a focus on brain functioning.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume quoting file # 12-0014 to:
www.baycrest.org/Employment or by email to: careers@baycrest.org

While Baycrest appreciates all applications to this position, only those candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you!

Post expires at 11:00pm on Friday March 16th, 2012

Bring your clinical knowledge in addition to your learning and organizational development experience to this regular full-time role as a Training and Organizational Development Specialist for the Central West Community Care Access Centre (CCAC).

As a learning facilitator, change agent, and member of the Client Services and Organizational Development Team, the Training and Organizational Development Specialist is responsible for providing performance consulting services which includes assessing employee learning needs, ensuring the delivery of appropriate interventions (training, facilitation, job aids etc.) coaching, providing performance feedback and assisting Managers with performance management initiatives as appropriate.

The Training and Organizational Development Specialist promotes learning to both internal and external stakeholders to support the creation of a learning organization, increase organizational effectiveness and health, maximize human capital, and build organizational culture and capacity. This objective is achieved by designing and delivering organizational performance interventions to enhance individual, team and organizational performance to support the goals, vision, mission and strategic direction of the organization.

Specific responsibilities include: organizational development, training and development as well as coaching and mentoring.

LOCATION: Brampton, Ontario

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• A related University Degree (Adult Education, Organizational Development, Organizational Psychology) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in organizational development, education/training or recognized equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of adult education theories, practices, and trends.
• Expertise in conducting needs analysis, facilitation techniques, developing OD interventions, designing curriculum, facilitating learning and coaching.
• Experience with organizational development and change management initiatives.
• Knowledge and understanding of community health and long term care within the context of the broader health care system.
• Knowledge of quality management principles.
• Proficient/advanced knowledge of Microsoft XP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent facilitation, verbal communication and interpersonal skills (negotiation, relationship building, presentation).
• Experience in video editing and e-learning.
• Demonstrated project management/organizational skills.
• Demonstrated written communication skills to produce clear, concise and effective educational materials, presentations, reports etc.
• Exhibit discretion, diplomacy and tact given that the role is privy to labour relations details and confidential Human Resources information.
• Creativity, analytical and conceptual skills to interpret data, identify trends, and develop recommendations.
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills to identify appropriate responses to issues or problems in the face of conflicting needs.
• Demonstrates commitment to the Central West CCAC’s mission and values.

ASSETS
• Progress towards CSTD or CHRP designation an asset.

WHO WE ARE
Each year, over 600,000 people count on the Community Care Access Centres (CCACs) of Ontario as their single point of access for community services. CCACs play a pivotal role in helping clients navigate the complexities of the health care system, and we are dedicated to supporting and enhancing the quality of life, independence, health and well-being of individuals in the communities we serve.

HOW TO APPLY
For more information and to apply for this role, please visit our website at www.ccacjobs.ca. You may also send your resume to Human Resources at careers@cw.ccac-ont.ca. All applications will be reviewed.

The Central West Community Care Access Centre is governed by the requirements of the French Language Services Act and therefore encourages applications from French speaking candidates.

Training and Organizational Development Specialist (pdf)

Post expires at 11:00pm on Thursday March 15th, 2012

Bridgepoint Health is changing the world for people living with complex chronic disease. It is an integrated health care organization that encompasses Bridgepoint Hospital, Bridgepoint Collaboratory for Research and Innovation, Bridgepoint Family Health Team, and the Bridgepoint Health Foundation. Bridgepoint is a leader in care, research and education for complex chronic conditions and is affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Nurse Educator Full-time
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nurse Educator to make a strong contribution to the professional development model of care, knowledge dissemination, scholarship and the advancement of nursing practice at Bridgepoint.

Nursing education is an essential component of professional development that advances the practice of nursing. Nurse educators develop and facilitate education and professional development to support nurses to attain excellence in nursing practice related to the care of patients with complex care and complex rehabilitation needs. Through the use of depth and breadth of knowledge that is grounded in theory, research and experience, nurse educators influence the care that is provided by nursing staff to meet the needs of patients and families.

The Nurse Educator supports Bridgepoint Hospital’s culture of scholarship, professionalism and continuous professional development by:
a) assessing and identifying the educational needs of nurses
b) developing, implementing and evaluating education programs to assist nurses in acquiring and sustaining knowledge, skills and judgment that contributes to high quality patient care
c) advancing best practices and standards of care
d) establishing processes to promote and evaluate clinical competence and professional practice in alignment with the College of Nurses of Ontario quality assurance standards
e) working with other health discipline colleagues using an interprofessional collaborative model of practice to enhance patient care

Qualifications
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing required; Master’s degree in nursing or education preferred or a commitment to completing a relevant graduate degree within 3 years of hire date
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Membership in the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO)
• Certification in a clinical specialty area preferred
• Membership in specialty related professional association preferred
• Five years recent clinical nursing experience
• Two years teaching experience
• Use of effective teaching strategies, incorporating educational theories and current, evidence-based practice standards
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Effective communication, both oral and written formats
• Ability to direct, supervise, teach and advise nursing staff in the area of nursing practice and skill development on both an individual and group basis.
• Demonstrated skilled clinical practice and leadership ability
• Excellent group facilitator and effective presentation skills
• Thorough working knowledge of current nursing theories, evidence and practice standards
• Excellent working knowledge of current and future trends in health care
• Working knowledge of current related to health of patients/families and employees
• Conversant with the mission, vision and values statements of Bridgepoint Health as well as relevant policies, procedures and quality assurance programs
• Demonstrated understanding of relevant health legislation and legislative bodies (e.g., Local Health Integration Networks, Regulated Health Professions Act, Public Hospitals’ Act)
• Expertise in use the media/audiovisual equipment
• Ability to use technology/computers (e.g., Power point, Excel, word-processing)
• Relevant clinical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, glucometers)

Interested applicants are invited to forward their resume and cover letter in confidence to:
Human Resources
Bridgepoint Health
14 St. Matthews Road
Toronto, Ontario, M4M 2B5
fax: (416) 461-9972 or e-mail: careers@bridgepointhealth.ca
Visit our web site: www.bridgepointhealth.ca

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Post expires at 11:00pm on Wednesday February 29th, 2012

ONEIG has some resources available that we can share, from CPCHE, at no cost.

The CPCHE (Children’s Partnership for Health and the Environment) Website

We have copies of the resource: Child Health and Environment Primer, as well as the brochure, Playing It Safe: Child Proofing for Environmental Health available, at no charge.

If your members would like copies of these resources, please let me know. These resources can be accessed directly from the website too, but we do have the actual books and brochures.

Thanks
Chrystyna Kells, BScN, R.N.
ONEIG

Update December 19/11, 1pm
On Thursday last week, you will have received an email from me that indicated a Second Call for Nominations for the Member-at-Large positions of Nursing Education, Nursing Practice and Nursing Research.

Just to clarify, the original Call for Nominations for these three positions, and the other two MAL positions and Committee vacancies, was issued some months ago (and also advertised in the RNJournal, July\August 2011). The original deadline date is today, MONDAY, DECEMBER 19 at 5:00pm.

The integrity of this deadline will still be respected, e.g. if nominations are in good order and correctly completed, and are received by 5:00pm today, December 19, they will be accepted (and then vacancies will be closed to further nominations).

I apologize for the confusion in the email of last Thursday – this was sent to encourage nominations where there were still none.

If you have any questions or require further information, please be in touch with Penny Lamanna, RNAO Board Affairs Coordinator at plamanna@RNAO.org.

Sent on behalf of:
WENDY FUCILE, RN, BScN, MPA, CHE
Chair, Provincial Nominations Committee
————————————————————————–
Member-at-Large, Nursing Education
Member-at-Large, Nursing Practice
Member-at-Large, Nursing Research

GUIDELINES

• Nominations must be received no later than Monday, January 9, 2011 at 1700 hours (5:00pm)
• All nominations should be sent to Penny Lamanna on behalf of the Chair, Provincial Nominations Committee, RNAO, 158 Pearl Street, Toronto, ON M5H 1L3 (or by fax: 416-599-1926)
• Persons nominated must be RNAO members in good standing for the year 2012, who are willing to carry out the obligations of the office to which they may be elected
• Nominees require the signatures of three nominators who must be RNAO members in good standing for 2012
• All nominations should include a short biography of the candidate of not more than 250 words which covers the two categories (1) education/experience and (2) philosophy
• Nominations should include* a passport size photograph/head shot of each candidate. Please attach the picture to an email, as a jpg file (*can be sent at a later date, if not presently available)

Second Call for Nominations form 2012-2014 – MAL Nursing Practice Nursing Research (pdf)

On behalf of RNAO, please consider registering or supporting your colleagues to register for a very popular upcoming event!
Offered November 28-December 2, 2011
Residence Inn Toronto Downtown Entertainment District, Toronto, ON.

Designing and Delivering Effective Education Programs is geared towards anyone who delivers education in a health care environment. This popular program covers a broad range of topics which include adult education, facilitation skills, and program design, development and evaluation. Attached is a registration form and flyer which we encourage you to share with your colleagues.

One educator who recently attended this event, found the course very useful and said: “This program has made me a more effective educator. My presentations are more professional and carry a greater impact. I am able to give more constructive and valuable feedback to learners. This program has enhanced my career and has given me more confidence in my role.”

Program highlights:

• healthcare trends and organizational change
• change process in education and healthcare
• educators as agents of change
• strategic marketing of educational programs
• stakeholder identification and engagement
• characteristics of the adult learner
• effective facilitation skills
• needs assessments, educational objectives and session plans
• leadership and collaboration
• feedback and evaluation

Participants of this program can use this course as a credit toward OHA’s Diploma in Health Care Management.

Please forward the attached registration form and flyer to anyone who may be interested. If you have any questions about RNAO’s Designing and Delivering Effective Education Programs, please contact Leigh Chapman via email at lchapman@rnao.org or 416-599-1925 x267.

Thank you!

Leigh Chapman RN, BScN, BA (Hons), MSc, PhD Student
Manager, Centre for Professional Nursing Excellence
Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario
158 Pearl Street
Toronto, ON
M5H 1L3
Direct 416-408-5591
416-599-1925 x267
Fax 416-599-1926

Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH) is Toronto’s best-kept secret. TEGH is an urban community teaching hospital serving a residential area in southeast Toronto. TEGH is known for its friendliness and sense of community within Canada’s largest city. We are embracing a goal to be the number one employer of choice for health care workers in Canada. This means investing in people to meet their professional goals and to reach their personal best while living a balanced lifestyle.

Currently we have an exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to advance their career as a Nursing Practice Leader, Complex Continuing Care/Rehabilitation

The Nursing Practice Leader advances professional practice and is responsible for developing and implementing programs and processes that enhance the patient experience by developing a culture of patient care excellence. This position provides leadership in ensuring patient and staff safety practices are maintained. The role also promotes the professional growth of nurses by providing mentorship in the use of evidence in their daily clinical decision making as well as by coaching nurses to problem solve complex clinical scenarios effectively. The Nursing Practice Leader identifies on going learning needs of patients and the broader community and facilitates the development of patient education programs with patient and staff involvement accordingly. The NPL promotes a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating practice improvements with front line staff to enhance the safety and quality of patient care using a sound knowledge of change management. The NPL also contributes by working with managers regarding the development and management of staff whose practice is below standard.

Education:
• Undergraduate degree in Nursing required
• Masters in Nursing or Education preferred
• Registered Nurse with current Certificate of Competence issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario
• BCLS Certificate required
• Certification in a nursing specialty an asset (CNA)
• BCLS Instructor Certificate an asset
• Adult Education Certification an asset

Qualifications/Experiences:
• Minimum 5 years current experience required with a combination of clinical and leadership expertise in Complex Continuing Care/Rehabilitation
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the RDI/MDS system
• Demonstrated ability to engage and lead staff and support research projects
• Demonstrated clinical expertise within chosen subspecialty
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, and troubleshoot with critical and creative thinking ability
• Demonstrated ability in facilitation, teambuilding as well the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill with written and oral communications, project management and evaluation, and change management within an interdisciplinary milieu
• Flexible, organized, and self-directed within scope of responsibility; has initiative and independent judgment.
• Able to adjust schedule to meet the learning needs of staff on all shifts
• Knowledge and demonstrated use of gerontological principles of care/abilities focused care
• Sound knowledge of adult development and experience in applying adult learning principles
• Experience and interest in fostering research activities, education and professional development.
• Knowledge and experience in the Primary Nursing Model; Knowledge of Clinical Practice Model/Professional Practice Models
• Membership and active involvement in related professional organizations.
• All employees of Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of TEGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by TEGH.

If you are ready to join a dynamic and client focused team, please send your resume to:
Marybeth Ward
Human Resources Advisor
825 Coxwell Ave
Toronto, On
mward@tegh.on.ca
Fax – 416-469-7982
Please quote – EDNI1106
Our diverse staff is our most valued resource.
Excellence, kindness and respect are the values that set Toronto East General Hospital apart

The CASN Task Force on Nursing Informatics is gathering information around existing teaching and learning resources in nursing informatics. In particular, they are focusing on resources that faculty could use for teaching nursing informatics in their undergraduate curricula. They are contacting three stakeholder groups to complete the survey: CASN members, nursing students and clinical nurse educators employed by health care organizations,(e.g., hospitals, community care, etc.)

The following message is for Clinical Nurse Educators:
They have asked PNEIG to contact members in order to seek out four clinical nurse educators employed by Ontario health care organizations – not schools of nursing – who have taught some component of nursing informatics in their workplace to complete a survey. “Nursing informatics” might include any of the following components: computer skills, information management, database development and management, information literacy, teleconferencing, information and communications technologies (ICT), webinars, electronic health record, social media technology, e-health, information privacy, etc.

Given the timeframe, please contact Marian Pitters at marian@pittersassociates.ca by Friday October 21st, if you are interested and able to complete their survey.

Thanks,
Marianne Cochrane, Chair, PNEIG

POSITION FILLED
Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH) is Toronto’s best-kept secret. TEGH is an urban community teaching hospital serving a residential area in southeast Toronto. TEGH is known for its friendliness and sense of community within Canada’s largest city. We are embracing a goal to be the number one employer of choice for health care workers in Canada. This means investing in people to meet their professional goals and to reach their personal best while living a balanced lifestyle.

Currently we have an exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to advance their career as a
Nursing Practice Leader, Emergency Services (pdf)

The Nursing Practice Leader advances professional practice and is responsible for developing and implementing programs and processes that enhance the patient experience by developing a culture of patient care excellence. This position provides leadership in ensuring patient and staff safety practices are maintained. The role also promotes the professional growth of nurses by providing mentorship in the use of evidence in their daily clinical decision making as well as by coaching nurses to problem solve complex clinical scenarios effectively. The Nursing Practice Leader identifies ongoing learning needs of patients and the broader community and facilitates the development of patient education programs with patient and staff involvement accordingly. The NPL promotes a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating practice improvements with front line staff to enhance the safety and quality of patient care using a sound knowledge of change management. The NPL also contributes by working with managers regarding the development and management of staff whose practice is below standard.

Education:
• Undergraduate degree in Nursing required
• Masters in Nursing or Education preferred
• Registered Nurse with current Certificate of Competence issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario
• BCLS Certificate required
• Certification in a nursing specialty an asset (CNA)
• BCLS Instructor Certificate an asset
• ACLS Instructor Certificate an asset
• Adult Education Certification an asset

Qualifications/Experiences:
• Minimum 5 years current experience required with a combination of clinical and leadership expertise in Emergency or Emergency and Critical Care combined
• Demonstrated ability to engage and lead staff and support research projects
• Demonstrated clinical expertise within chosen subspecialty
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, and troubleshoot with critical and creative thinking ability
• Demonstrated ability in facilitation, teambuilding as well the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill with written and oral communications, project management and evaluation, and change management within an interdisciplinary milieu
• Flexible, organized, and self-directed within scope of responsibility; has initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to be flexible with working schedule to incorporate alternate shifts including weekends as required to meet operational learning needs
• Sound knowledge of adult development and experience in applying adult learning principles
• Experience and interest in fostering research activities, education and professional development.
• Knowledge of Clinical Practice Model/Professional Practice Models
• Membership and active involvement in related professional organizations.
• All employees of Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of TEGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by TEGH.

If you are ready to join a dynamic and client focused team, please send your resume to:

mconr@tegh.on.ca
Fax- 416-469-7982
Please quote – EDNI1105
Our diverse staff is our most valued resource.
Excellence, kindness and respect are the values that set Toronto East General Hospital apart

Position Filled
Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH) is Toronto’s best-kept secret. TEGH is an urban community teaching hospital serving a residential area in southeast Toronto. TEGH is known for its friendliness and sense of community within Canada’s largest city. We are embracing a goal to be the number one employer of choice for health care workers in Canada. This means investing in people to meet their professional goals and to reach their personal best while living a balanced lifestyle.

Currently we have an exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to advance their career as a Nursing Practice Leader, Hemodialysis Medicine and Clinics. (pdf)