Practice Leader - Critical Care
Reporting to the Director, Interprofessional and Ethical Practice and in consultation/collaboration with the Program Director and Patient Care Manager, the Practice Leader is responsible for the overall practice environment of the Intensive Care Unit and the Emergency Departments in keeping with Northumberland Hills Hospital’s mission, vision, values and strategic direction.
The Practice Leader provides visible clinical leadership and demonstrates responsibility, accountability and commitment to the development of a work environment that exemplifies interprofessional and ethical practice; professional autonomous decision making; empowerment; integrative thinking; appreciative inquiry; a shared governance philosophy; and positive recognition through the support of professional development and continuing education opportunities.
The Practice Leader accomplishes her/his role by modeling transformational leadership practices, and by developing, implementing and evaluating efficient and effective interprofessional care and collaboration.
The Practice Leader will encourage, promote and model a community of practice through continuous learning to ensure constant improvement in the clinical practice environment; develop/design, plan and deliver/provide educational programs/activities which will facilitate the development of the Interprofessional health care team.
As an integral part of this role, the Practice Leader works collaboratively with all members of the interprofessional health care team and all other Patient Care Units, departments and services throughout Northumberland Hills Hospital to support the patient care unit to accomplish its goal of providing “Exceptional patient care. Every time.”
Education Requirements/Qualifications:
• Masters degree in a health discipline is required
• CNA certification an asset
• Registration with relevant Professional College and in good standing
• Certification in B.C.L.S.and A.C.L.S. with standards of Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation
• CNA certification in Critical Care preferred
• Minimum of 5 years recent clinical experience in a Critical Care patient setting acute care hospital setting
• Recent Practice Leader experience preferred
• Certification from appropriate/relevant bodies/organizations preferred
• Current member in related professional interest group or association required
• Demonstrated transformational leadership skills
• Produce high quality work while meeting deadlines
• Sound knowledge base in area of specialty and the education process
• Excellent project management and problem solving skills
• Advanced knowledge related to: interprofessional and ethical practice; principles of adult education; critical care competencies, gerontology; patient centered care; customer service; relevant legislation (i.e. Regulate Health Professions Act etc.)
• Evidence of effective communication and conflict resolution skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships with all stakeholders promoting collective problem solving approaches
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong orientation to staff development and staff empowerment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and be self-directed
• Demonstrates a professional and respectful attitude to patients, public, volunteers and colleagues and fosters good public relations and effective working relationships
• Ability to respond to a large number of simultaneous/competing demands from patients, families, staff, physicians, and other programs and departments
• Proficient with computer databases, spreadsheets, MS Office and internet searches
• Demonstrated compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Legislation and Infection Prevention and Control practices.
• Proven good attendance record with capabilities of maintaining this same standard.
Applicants wishing to apply for the above position, should forward their resume to:
Northumberland Hills Hospital
1000 DePalma Dr., Cobourg, ON K9A 5W6
Attn: Human Resources
Email: careers@nhh.ca Fax: (905) 373-6858