Knowledge of professional guidelines and standards required.
Knowledge of government legislation influencing professional practice required.
Demonstrated communication skills required.
Policy and Procedure, order set, documentation forms and Medical Directive development experience required.
Experience developing and delivering evidence-based education opportunities for nurses and allied staff.
Experience collaborating with interprofessional teams to design and implement protocols and guidelines.
Computer skills are an asset
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing requiredMaster’s Degree preferredAdult education certificate or courses requiredOrganizational skillsChange managementDocumentation practicesInterprofessional collaborationPolicy and procedure developmentContinuous quality improvementCommunication (verbal and written)Problem solving and critical thinkingClinical education strategy developmentStaff education, training, and onboardingEvidence-informed clinical workflow implementationTrauma-informed, patient-centered careClinical pathway and order set developmentCare transition process development
Job description
Job Title Clinical Nurse Educator Program & Department Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre -> Professional Practic -> Professional Practice Regular / Temporary Temporary Full / Part Time Full-Time Temporary End Date (Anticipated) 31 October 2026 Union ONA Requisition Close Date 02 July 2026 FTE 1.00 Salary Plan / Job Grade $50.97 - $64.89 ( ON_05 ) Job Posting Reason New Position Job Summary & Requirements The Clinical Educator plays a key leadership role in implementing the Substance Use Disorder Integrated Care Pathway (SUD ICP) within the Emergency Department and Mental Health and Addictions Program. This role supports the adoption of standardized, evidence-informed clinical workflows and ensures staff are prepared to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. The purpose of the project is to implement the provincial Substance Use Disorders Integrated Care Pathway (SUD ICP) within RVH’s Emergency Department and Mental Health and Addictions Program, to improve access to coordinated, evidence-informed substance use care and strengthen integration across hospital and community settings. Specifically, the project aims to:
Improve the health and well-being of people who use substances by increasing access to high-quality, evidence-informed care that is respectful, trauma-informed, and compassionate.
Enhance integration across primary, acute, and community care by strengthening coordination between mental health, addictions, and medical services to improve client and system outcomes.
Increase access to substance use disorder services that are culturally safe, culturally grounded, effective, and accessible for Indigenous clients. Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and implementation of clinical education strategies to support SUD ICP workflows and care processes
Enable safe, effective, and standardized care for patients with substance use disorders
Contribute to the development of order sets, clinical pathways, and care transition processes aligned with SUD ICP standards
Design and deliver staff education, training, and onboarding programs for new clinical workflows, protocols, and documentation practices
Collaborate with physicians, nursing, pharmacy, informatics, and project teams to ensure clinical alignment and readiness
Support workflow implementation and practice change, promoting consistency and adherence to evidence-informed care
Integrate trauma-informed, patient-centered approaches into education and clinical practice
Project management (multiple projects)
Coaching, mentoring, and supporting staff
Informatics collaboration
Computer skills (asset)
Reinforce best practices and support continuous quality improvement through ongoing education and feedback
Support successful project implementation and staff readiness for go-live
Strengthen care coordination across hospital and community services As a qualified candidate you will have the following job requirements: Education:
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing required.
Master’s Degree preferred.
Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
Current Certification in Crisis Prevention Institute – Non-Violent Crisis Intervention required.
Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Certification preferred. Must maintain CNA Certification.
Specialty certificate from approved institution preferred.
Current BCLS is required.
Adult education certificate or courses required.
Experience
Minimum of five years full time or equivalent clinical practice experience with demonstrated clinical excellence in Mental Health required.
Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario Membership (RNAO) required.
Knowledge of professional guidelines and standards required.
Knowledge of government legislation influencing professional practice required.
Demonstrated and well-developed communication skills required.
Policy and Procedure, order set, documentation forms and Medical Directive development experience required
Experience developing and delivering evidence-based education opportunities for nurses and allied staff
Experience collaborating with interprofessional teams to design and implement protocols and guidelines
Computer skills an asset.
Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage change and to foster an environment which promotes professional development.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects at one time.
Demonstrated ability to achieve goals and objectives within a specified time frame.
Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Familiarity with pertinent legislation related to institutional health care and health care providers.
Demonstrated ability to energize, coach, mentor, encourage, and support.
Personal
Development:
Demonstrate responsibility and self-direction for own professional development through ongoing continuing education.
Support ongoing development of professional and educational institution skills through reflective practice.
Liaise with external professional organizations as necessary.
Promote a positive environment for learning and professional development. Equity & Inclusion RVH is committed to recruitment and selection practices anchored in principles of equity and inclusion that contribute to an anti-oppressive, respectful, and culturally safe workplace. We invite applications from individuals who belong to groups that have been historically marginalized on the grounds identified by the Ontario Human Right Code, including but not limited to race, disability, age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, family or marital status, and status as a First Nation, Métis, or Inuk person. To learn about how RVH is taking steps to create and sustain an equitable, inclusive, accessible and culturally-safe environment, please visit: https://www.rvh.on.ca/about-rvh/equity-inclusion/ Accommodations RVH is dedicated to ensuring every applicant has a fair and equitable opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. We are continuously working to create an accessible, barrier-free process, and recognize each applicant’s needs are different. We encourage applicants with a disability or circumstance that could be supported with an accommodation to contact People Recruitment at Recruitment@rvh.on.ca. RVH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
If you are interested in this position, please apply online before 11:00 p.m. EST on the Requisition Close Date. If there is no close date listed above, the requisition will remain open until filled.
Market context
Ontario clinical nurse educator role
Clinical Nurse Educator roles in Ontario are often sought in hospitals and other acute-care settings where staff development, patient safety, and practice consistency are priorities. Competition can be strong because employers commonly look for a Baccalaureate in Nursing, active College of Nurses of Ontario registration, crisis intervention certification, and often prefer a Master’s degree or CNA certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of teaching, mentoring, and policy-based practice from your experience.
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