Clinical Practice Leader - Nephrology

Job Number: JR100355Job Title: Clinical Practice Leader - NephrologyJob Category: ProfessionalHospital Location: General SiteJob Type: Permanent, Full timeNumber of Positions: 1Hours: Days, Afternoons, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our work led by the Organizational Development and Diversity Department on our Leading edge Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar and our innovative Health Equity Certificate programs. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023! Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Position Overview: Scarborough Health Network is seeking a high energy and dynamic healthcare leader to join its team in an exciting opportunity to serve as Clinical Practice Leader [CPL]. In a key strategic and clinical practice leadership role, the CPL provides leadership, direction, and professional oversight to a dynamic team of staff, across three main sites. This position reports directly to the Director of Professional Practice and works closely with the Nephrology Program, Director, managers and Physicians. As an integral member of the Professional Practice Leadership Team, the CPL is an innovative clinical expert with leadership, clinical care and academic responsibilities. The CPL is responsible for overseeing and supervising clinical and professional practice, and developing/and supporting professional expertise in patient care and education by: providing leadership and consultation, acting as a resource for staff, mentoring and coaching, monitoring performance and workload, ensuring quality staff and student educational programs along with manager on call responsibilities. With a focus on quality and patient safety, the CPL ensures that the daily delivery of services are provided according to the highest professional practice standards and regulatory requirements, and that all aspects of services are fully integrated to meet the needs of those we serve. The CPL in consultation with managers, directors and other practice leaders, works closely with their team to: develop and integrate professional standards, ensure integration of collaborative, patient-centered care into daily practice, facilitate professional involvement in quality, education and research initiatives, align professional goals with the strategic directions of SHN, College of Nurses, and their profession, promote the profession with external partners, and acts as a resource to programs and the organization for clinical practice matters involving the professions and leads education and orientation. Requirements: • Masters preparation in Nursing and/or Education • Critical Care Certificate or equivalent • Current ACLS • Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario • Current BCLS • CNA Certification in Nephrology • Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or equivalent • Demonstrates recent clinical experience and expertise in Nephrology and Hemodialysis • Demonstrates excellence in teaching, adult learning and facilitation skills • Demonstrates leadership skills, ability to mentor staff and facilitate program and staff development • Demonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills • Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues and volunteers and other members of the community and public • Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation • Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area • Demonstrates excellent work performance and attendance record Asset: • Ability to speak another language is an asset • Instructor status • Experience with electronic documentation • Electronic learning environments.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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