Clinical Lead- Emergency Room Department/inpatient

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better, more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision of for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

The **Emergency Department/Inpatient Unit Nurse Clinical Lead** will support Health PEI’s values and goals in the delivery of patient centered care. This position, as a key member of the healthcare team, oversees the plan of care for patients and families and monitors/facilitates the flow of patients. The incumbent works with the entire multi-disciplinary team to ensure care is integrated; person/ family centered, based on best practice and is effective and efficient. This position reports to the Director of Clinical Services.

**Duties will include but are not limited to**:

- Ensuring that all functions support the Nursing Department activities in terms of Infection Control, utilization of resources, ordering supplies, monitoring and investigating incidents in the Provincial Safety Management System (PSMS).
- Planning and implementing staff meetings in collaboration with the Director of Clinical Services.
- Developing and implementing in-service training sessions to maintain appropriate standards of practice, policies, and procedures for the effective delivery of safe, quality nursing.
- Providing direct care and may be required to work evenings/weekends to support operational needs that arise.
- Responsible for patient assignment and assists with the filling of shifts when required.
- Orientating new staff or providing a delegate to the total patient care delivery system, documentation, nursing standards of practice, unit-based quality improvement activities, and hospital policies/procedures.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures and acting as a change agent to assist staff with new programs or responsibilities.
- Collaborating with the Director of Clinical Services in problem solving related to clinical practice issues.
- Provides support, encouragement and constructive feedback to staff and evaluates staff performance annually.
- Performing other related duties as required.

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Successful completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Diploma in nursing and currently enrolled in or in the process of enrolling in a BN degree program will be considered.
- Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island.
- Considerable recent experience in acute care.
- Strong communication skills along with demonstrated ability to establish positive relationships and partnerships with staff, patients, families and interdisciplinary health care providers.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, initiative and innovation in clinical practice by enhancing clinical competency.
- Possess excellent critical thinking, decision making, and conflict resolution skills.
- ACLS is required or certification will be obtained within one year.
- Have good previous work and attendance record.
- Administrative or supervisory experience in an acute care setting or experience in delivery of educational programs would be considered and asset.
- Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

**Notice to all External Applicants** - Health Care Workers are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination as per Health PEI’s Covid-19 Immunization and Management Policy. In the event that a new hire is unable to be vaccinated as a result of a medical exemption they will be required to submit supporting documentation to Employee Health / Wellness and Safety.

**Salary Range**: $39.52 - $49.37 per hour (Level 17)

**Bi-Weekly Hours**: 75.0 Hours Bi-Weekly / Rotating 7.5 hr. and 11.25 hr. Shifts

**Posting ID**: 165029-1024KCPI

**Closing Date**: Open until Filled

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $39.52-$49.37 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Language**:

- French (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Registered Nurse (RN) License (preferred)

Work Location: In person