The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20/Hr. - CAD $63.47/Hr.

The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager/Practice Consultant and receiving work direction from the Practice Consultant, Education Strategist, incorporates the core concepts of patient and family-centred care (respect, dignity, information sharing, participation, and collaboration) and provides visible, accessible clinical support to the nursing staff by acting as an education resource for staff in the clinical areas. Using specialized theory and knowledge, develops, implements, and evaluates a range of formal/ informal educational programs and learning plans for nursing staff, including individual and group learning assessments and opportunities. Consults, confers and collaborates with others in the promotion of continuous quality improvement, resolution of clinical education issues, and coordination of activities required for progressive educational and clinical practice programs. Takes corrective action with respect to individual and group learning needs as required. Integrates the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) Nursing Informatics Entry-to-Practice Competencies for RNs into professional practice and education.

Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) set the minimum number of nurses required to safely care for patients on a given unit. Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses' Union (BCNU), and health organizations across British Columbia, mNPR provides a consistent and transparent approach to staffing that supports safe nursing practice and high-quality patient care. At Providence Health Care (PHC), our approach to implementing mNPR reflects our commitment to person-centred, socially just, compassionate care and our dedication to Indigenous cultural safety. Guided by our mission and values - Spirituality, Integrity, Stewardship, Trust, Excellence, and Respect - PHC is working collaboratively across all departments to ensure mNPR is thoughtfully adapted to the unique needs of each clinical program and specialty area. This tailored, values-driven implementation aligns with our commitment to compassionate, innovative, and patient-centred care and positions PHC to meet the evolving health needs of our patients, residents, families, and communities.

 

Education:

• Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant,
• Three (3) years recent related nursing experience in the designated clinical area of specialty including one year of experience (or training) in areas such as teaching, leadership, mentoring and preceptoring, facilitating group processes, team building, orientation/education program design, development, implementation and evaluation.
• Educator Pathway education is preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service
• Ability to teach, coach, provide clinical guidance, and serve as a role model for conflict resolution.
• Experience with identifying learning needs, creating educational programs, and developing resource and instructional materials grounded in adult‑learning principles.
• Ability to lead groups effectively and collaborate within interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication, analytical thinking, independent prioritization, and organized work habits.
• Ability to operate required equipment (including computers)

• A competitive Salary: $49.20-63.47 CAD
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Inclusive Culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including dental, vision, life insurance as well as pension.

Your Day to Day

• Evaluates individual and group educational requirements through observation, discussion, and analysis of competency data and quality indicators.
• Designs, implements, and evaluates formal and informal learning programs in collaboration with clinical leaders.
• Coaches and mentors staff and preceptors, creates individualized growth plans, and reports progress to leadership.
• Acts as a clinical resource, applies diverse teaching strategies, and adjusts learning plans based on staff progress.
• Maintains current, peer‑reviewed, best‑practice educational materials and collaborates with other educators to ensure quality and relevance.
• Participates in student clinical experiences and coordinates preceptor assignments with leadership.
• Assists teams in resolving ethical and conflict situations using advanced communication and educational strategies.
• Reviews and recommends updates to policies, participates in research, quality improvement, and risk‑management initiatives, and integrates research findings into practice.
• Contributes to hospital‑wide committees, develops cross‑unit educational programs, and teaches multidisciplinary team members.
• Documents educational activities, maintains databases, provides reports, and advises on space, equipment, and staffing needs.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.