Professional Practice Leader

Description:

Reporting to the Manager of Professional Practice, the Professional Practice Leader is responsible to support standards of practice, promote best practice implementation, and ensure safety and quality in the overall practice environment in keeping with Northumberland Hills Hospital’s mission, vision, values, and strategic direction. The PPL works collaboratively with clinical service leadership and members of the Interprofessional care team and all Patient Care Units, departments, and services.

The Professional Practice Leader will also fulfill the role of NHH’s Clinical Extern Mentor Coordinator (EMC). This will support Clinical Externs’ practice and integration into the clinical area in accordance with organizational and professional standards, and in collaboration with clinical teams. They will create, adapt, and deliver orientation and learning resources, support Extern onboarding, scheduling, and integration into clinical teams. The EMC will maintain regular unit presence to support ongoing education needs and provide ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the Clinical Extern role.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Registered Nurse with a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
• Masters of Nursing or related field required
• CNA Certification in relevant specialty (Medical Surgical, Gerontology, Rehabilitation) an asset
• Membership in related professional interest group or association preferred
• Successful completion of a nursing education course preferred
• Evidence of continuing education on an annual basis
• Current B.C.L.S. certification required
• Demonstrates a professional and respectful attitude to patients, public, volunteers and colleagues; fosters good public relations and effective working relationships.
• Proven good attendance record with capabilities of maintaining this same standard.