Clinical Leader

**Job Summary**

The Clinical Leader is responsible for patient flow and the coordination and direction of all patient care, staffing related activities and for supporting Externs’ practice and integration into the clinical area in accordance with organizational and professional standards, and in collaboration with clinical teams.

The Clinical Leader collaborates with Physicians, Directors, Managers, Team Leads, and other staff members to ensure teamwork, achievement of the targeted outcomes, and the effective and efficient use of the resources within the hospital.

The Clinical Leader will responsible, but not limited to:

- Coordinating the direction of all patient care and flow within the nursing units of the hospital to ensure effective communication between interdisciplinary teams;
- Collaboration with leadership, managers, physicians, team leads and team members to ensure effective coordination of efforts for optimal patient care;
- Contributes to quality improvement, including IPAC strategies on the weekends and holidays across all hospital programs;
- Supports the planning, education, and integration of Externs; and
- Provides direction and guidance to manage issues as they arise.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses (CNO) as a Registered Nurse.
- Minimum two (2) years recent leadership experience in a small/medium community hospital.
- Two (2) years’ experience in discharge planning, preferred.
- Current BCLS Certification required.
- Current ACLS Certification is preferred.
- Experience in infection prevention and control, preferred.
- Previous experience teaching, working with learners and/or precepting.
- Strong understanding of processes and systems in an acute care setting is required.
- It is the responsibility of all employees to work in a safe manner and promote health and safety in the workplace.

**Skills & Abilities**
- Sound interpersonal, coaching, mentoring and team building skills that facilitate positive interactions among all members of the health care team.
- Possesses highly developed analytical, problem solving, critical thinking skills and the ability to introduce and effectively facilitate change.
- Strong clinical decision-making and organizational skills with a commitment to professional development.
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
- Awareness of community supports and services for identified populations would be an asset.
- Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Demonstrated appreciation and respect for protocol, professionalism and confidentiality.
- Models behaviour that is aligned with the values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.

**Our Values**

Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.
- Integrity_ - We adhere to the highest ethical principles
- Compassion_ - We respond to our patients’ needs with empathy
- Accountability_ - We are accountable to one another and to our community
- Respect_ - We embrace the diversity of our patients, staff and community
- Excellence_ - We support a culture of distinction

As part of our mandatory screening process, the Hospital will require professional references, verification of academic training and professional accreditation along with a current criminal record check.

Stevenson is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at (705) 435-3377 ext 3354.