Instructor - Perioperative Learning

The CASES (Centre for the Advancement of Surgical Education and Simulation) Instructor - Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) is a registered nurse who holds a master's / currently enrolled in a master’s program, or a doctoral degree in nursing with experience in Adult Education and Perioperative Nursing. With in-depth knowledge and skills, advanced judgement and clinical experience, the CNE draws on diverse educational philosophies and pedagogical theories to explore curriculum issues relevant to learning and teaching in the perioperative area (pre-op, intra-op and post-op). The CNE provides expertise in competency-based assessment in health care in both the nursing context and provides support for interprofessional education in the operative services department which includes surgical residents, anesthesia assistants and other support staff. The CNE facilitates clinical educators and interprofessional clinical instructors to translate their perioperative subject matter expertise for front-line staff through co-design of education and simulation offerings. The CNE also recognizes and incorporates sensitivity to the needs of learners from diverse cultures and backgrounds. In addition to facilitating knowledge translation through education and simulation planning, the CASES CNE promotes quality patient care by: Mentoring and supporting Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Instructors in the provision of perioperative training in Edmonton Zone; Liaising with Edmonton Zone operating room managers to assist with education offerings and development of operative services - communities of practice; mentorship activities; participating in the implementation of quality and safety initiatives; and, promoting harmonious and effective interdepartmental communication and relationships to ensure the provision of safe, quality patient care.

As an Instructor, you will be an expert practitioner and key educator. You will take a leadership role in the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of education for nursing staff including orientation, compulsory and continuing education, and clinical development. You will collaborate with management and internal partners to promote standards of clinical, educational and evidence informed practice. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Master's degree in nursing or currently enrolled in master's program. Active registration CRNA. 3 years Perioperative Nursing Experience (operating room or surgical inpatient).

Registered Nurse with master’s or doctoral degree in Nursing (education stream). Additional certification in education/ and simulation learning National League of Nursing - Simulation Learning certification or equivalent. Demonstrated competence in using Microsoft Suite of tools.