Educator

Position Status: Regular Part Time

Location: Southport BW

Hours: 62.00

FTE: 0.80

Shift: Days

Shift Times: 0800-1615

Union: Non Union Professional

PCN: 10EDURN003

Date Competition Closes: October 26, 2026

Position Summary: Reporting to the Program Director of Quality Safety and Transformation and working collaboratively with the Site Leadership, this position provides leadership in the development and delivery of clinical education and instruction based on adult education principles and philosophy, incorporating educational approaches as part of the education delivery. Applies nursing theory, advanced knowledge and leadership concepts, educational theories, and adult learning principles in providing clinical guidance and resource support to staff. This position is responsible for promoting best practice through staff development and education, ensuring optimal client outcomes. Assists the managers in maintaining standards of care and in providing and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Provides guidance and support to staff and students in the application of the nursing process in the provision of client care and promoting a culture of evidence-based practice and evidence-informed decision making. The key responsibility of the educator is to meet the educational needs of the clinical staff in the organization. Responsible for other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.
• Master’s Degree in an applicable health-related discipline an asset.
• Registration with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta.
• Certificate in Adult Education with adult education experience an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required for travel between sites.

Experience:

• Minimum three (3) years of recent clinical experience within the last five (5) years in acute care, post-acute care, rehabilitation, or geriatrics mental health. Demonstrated expertise in person-centered care, interdisciplinary team collaboration, rehabilitation principles, discharge planning, and supporting clients with complex medical, cognitive, and mental health needs. Experience in Geriatric Mental Health (GMH), Musculoskeletal (MSK), neurological, and rehabilitation programs is an asset. The role supports clinical practice excellence, staff education, and quality improvement across post-acute services.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and build collaborative relationships with staff, physicians, patients and families, leaders, learners, and external partners and facilitate group processes.
• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize complex problems and seek solutions.
• Teaching skills in small and large group settings utilizing knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Computer literacy skills essential e.g. MS Office Suite, Connect Care.

Preferred:

• Project management and change management knowledge and experience an asset.
• Demonstrated ability in planning, implementing, and leading change from an evidence-based perspective.
• Central Venous Catheter certification.
• PROSCI Change Management certificate or Change management modules.
• Alberta Health Services Improvement Way (AIW) Green Belt certification.
• Specialty Canadian Nursing certification such as: Canadian Gerontological Nursing certificate (GPNC(C)), Canadian Medical-Surgical nursing.

About Carewest: We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge, and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes, and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions, and have a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest. We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us. Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, ATIA, POPA, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required. Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.