Overview The Clinical Resource Leader (CRL) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides expert leadership in neonatal nursing practice, education, and quality improvement within Level II/III neonatal intensive care. The role advances clinical excellence through the design, implementation, and evaluation of evidencebased education and practice supports that enable staff to deliver safe, highquality, familyintegrated neonatal care. The CRL holds a dualreporting relationship to ensure strong integration between NICU program priorities and hospitalwide nursing practice and education standards. In partnership with the Director, Maternal / Newborn / Child, the CRL supports NICUspecific practice, quality, and operational priorities. In partnership with the Director, Nursing Practice & Education, the CRL ensures alignment with nursing standards, education frameworks, competency expectations, and evidenceinformed practice across the organization. The CRL functions as a neonatal clinical expert, educator, coach, and change agent, supporting nurses and interprofessional team members in developing advanced competence, confidence, and clinical judgement in the delivery of complex neonatal intensive care. Education Undergraduate degree in Nursing (required). Master''s degree in nursing, Education, or a related Health Discipline (required). Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (General Class). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required). Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider certification (required). NRP Instructor certification (required or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire). Recognized Neonatal Intensive Care course required. Adult Education certification is considered an asset. Breastfeeding course preferred. Qualifications Minimum five (5) years recent clinical experience in a Level II or Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit required. Demonstrated experience functioning in a clinical educator, professional practice, or advanced practice nurse educatorequivalent role. Strong knowledge of neonatal standards of practice, highacuity care, and familyintegrated care models. Demonstrated expertise in adult learning theory and experience designing, delivering, and evaluating clinical education. Experience using simulation, eLearning, or innovative educational strategies (asset). Strong communication, facilitation, coaching, and change leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse interprofessional stakeholders. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex initiatives. Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuous practice improvement. Good work and attendance record required. All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario. All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH. All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their coworkers through adherence to MGH''s policies and practices. Employment Equity & Accessibility Statement Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Mtis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team. Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Clinical Resource Leader (Educator), NICU