Zone: Western Zone
Location: WMH - Western Memorial Regional Hospital
Nursing Education Coordinator II, Clinical Educator in the Operating Room
Temporary Full-time Until 8 June 2026, With Possibility of Extension
81165RP1

Hours:

75 (8 hours; Days)

0730-1530 Hours; Monday to Friday.

Salary: NS30 (CAD41.16 - CAD51.24 per hour)

Competition Number: VAC0011764

Posted Date: 2025-05-26

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Duties: Located at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook, this position will promote quality evidence-based nursing practice through education and professional development of the staff of the perioperative program at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook and Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville. The individual in this position is responsible for the design, delivery, and evaluation of orientation and other educational programs specific to the perioperative program areas. The Clinical Educator will model, promote, facilitate and evaluate a best practice approach to care that is patient focused and evidence based. The person in this role functions as a mentor, educator, researcher and consultant whose goal is to facilitate the professional development of practicing nurses.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the key skills, behaviours, abilities and knowledge as outlined in the five domains of the LEADS in a Caring Environment framework.
o Leading yourself by having self-awareness, managing your performance and health, developing yourself, and demonstrating character that is in line with Western Health?s values of accountability, care, collaboration, excellence, respect and transparency;
o Engaging others through fostering development of others, contributing to the creation of a healthy organization, communicating effectively, and building effective teams;
o Achieving results by setting direction, strategically aligning decisions with vision, values, evidence, taking action to implement decisions, and assessing and evaluating outcomes;
o Developing coalitions through purposefully building partnerships and networks to create results, demonstrating a commitment to customers and service, mobilizing knowledge, and navigating socio-political environments;
o Transforming systems by thinking analytically and critically and questioning and challenging the status quo, encouraging and supporting innovation, orienting oneself strategically to the future, and championing and orchestrating change.

Qualifications: Current registration with the Association of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador as well as a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing is required. Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) certification in perioperative nursing is an asset. Courses related to adult or vocational education is an asset, and knowledge of adult learning principles is required. Knowledge of program development and evaluation is also required.

Four years? experience within the last six years in an operating room setting with the ability to demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based standards of care for perioperative patient care is required. Clinical proficiency with nursing skills applicable to the perioperative area and expertise with equipment commonly used in the perioperative area is also required. Experience in facilitating adult learning is an asset.

This position requires demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communications, teaching, and presentation skills. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to mentor, educate, coach and motivate staff in an individual or team setting. Candidates must be self-directed and able to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment. Research skills and the ability to incorporate research and evidence-based practice demonstrated commitment to continuous learning. Proficient computer skills are required. A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is also required.

Consideration will be given to candidates with an equivalent combination of experience, education and training.

Please Note: Regional travel is required. Applicants must possess a valid driver?s license.

This position may be filled as per Employer/Union obligation under ?Duty to Accommodate?. Any applicant who requires an accommodation must indicate so clearly through separate correspondence outlining the specifics of the accommodation required. Please note that prior to being considered for any accommodation, employees must meet the qualifications of the position for which they are applying.