Clinical IEN Coordinator - Hamilton, Canada - Hamilton Health Sciences

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Unit Summary

The Interprofessional Development team is rich in skills and knowledge, diverse in roles and outcomes, and consistently involved in education, evaluation, research and innovation initiatives. We rally together around common goals in line with HHS' vision, mission and strategic priorities. Relationships and work touch all clinical areas of HHS, and our networks are extensive both internally and externally. McMaster University and Mohawk College are significant collaborators in our daily work. The Interprofessional Development team is positioned within the Nursing Practice, Education and Community Health portfolio and supports HHS staff and learners with their education, professional development and practice needs. Services provided include staff education and development; learner placements; libraries, Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) programs and Ministry Health Human Resource initiatives.

The Clinical IEN (Internationally Educated Nurse) Coordinator is responsible for the successful implementation of the Supervised Practice Experience Partnership (SPEP) across multiple units/sites at HHS. The Clinical IEN Coordinator provides mentorship to IEN's in their practice, and supports their integration into their unit in accordance with program guidelines, nursing professional standards and HHS policies, and in collaboration with the clinical teams. The Clinical IEN Coordinator guides and supports the IEN's in providing high quality care for patients and families, while demonstrating a commitment to excellence in supporting the patient and family experience. The Clinical IEN Coordinator serves as a liaison and conduit between unit leadership, Professional Practice, and the IEN Integration Program. The Clinical IEN Coordinator guides and supports the IEN's in meeting all nursing competencies and registration requirements with the CNO.

Monday to Friday, Days. This position is temporary until March 2025.

1. Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
2. Completion of a baccalaureate nursing program
3. Completion of a preceptorship workshop recommended
4. Clinical instructor experience preferred
5. Clinical supervisory experience considered an asset
6. Current BLS certification
7. Previous related experience in acute medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics or critical care
8. Knowledge of the nursing care plan and evidence of ability to utilize problem-solving and critical-thinking techniques effectively in an acute medical setting
9. Knowledge of the current nursing assessment and management of adult, neonatal/pediatric and geriatric medicine patients, including rehabilitative approaches to patient care
10. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
11. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
12. Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services.

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Operations at , Ext for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset