Staff Educator

Department: Woodingford Lodge
Reports to: Manager of Quality Improvement
Effective Date: March, 2023
Revised Date: February 2025
Positions Supervised: 0

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supports the delivery of staff education programs through the facilitation of ongoing
orientation and training sessions, to support continuous learning throughout Woodingford
Lodge.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Provides support for the following programs:
- Surge Learning
- New Hire, Student and Volunteer Orientation
- RAI/POC Sessions
- Student Recruitment
- In home Education
Emergency Code Education and Planning
Maintains in house system platforms to ensure records are accurately input and updated accordingly including password maintenance.
Education support for Point of Care (POC), Point Click Care (PCC) and Pharmacy training for new hires with the support of the Supervisor of Quality.
Supports Woodingford Lodge’s learning and development program by organizing sessions, maintaining educational registrations and training records.
Annually checking Registered staff members are registered with the CNO and update their skill profile on system platform.
Creation of monthly education boards to ensure staff are being educated on areas of need.
Ensures continuous quality improvement through the maintenance of records, reports and program statistics to support education program evaluation.
Supports the student and volunteer placement program with recruitment, orientation, onboarding and administrative functions, including applying for applicable funding opportunities.
Assists with the organization of annual education sessions.
Provides travelling education sessions in home areas including topical cream application, POC, PCC, RAI and UCP training etc.
Support completion of audits as assigned including and not limited to med pass audits.
Provides hands on training during the orientation process (ie. Lift & Transfer, Oxygen Filling)
Understanding of role specific health and safety responsibilities, and ensured compliance with internal and external safety policies, procedures, and legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Stewardship of new hires, assist with onboarding, follow up support and maintenance of orientation check lists, which includes sending all orientation documents to Human Resources.
Support educational and quality improvement outcomes, which align with the accreditation process.
Support the Mask Fit testing program for new hires and provide ongoing support as directed.
Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCCESS

Position requires completion of a Registered Nurse (RN) diploma and registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
Post Secondary or Certification in Education, Adult education/Training or related field is an asset.
Excellent computer and keyboarding skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Adobe, database management, e-mail and the internet.
Maintain annual RAI-MDS certificate completion and other educational requirements to fulfil the work outlined
Knowledge of general office procedures and office equipment, such as scanner, fax machine and photocopier.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team member to achieve positive outcomes.
Ability to demonstrate the required competencies for this position in alignment with Oxford County’s competency framework.
Valid Ontario driver’s license and a vehicle with insurance is required

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

Ability to demonstrate the required core competencies for this position in alignment with Oxford County’s competency framework.
Core competencies include teamwork, communication, innovation, service excellence, accountability and integrity, and inclusivity.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a long term care facility.
Driving to Woodingford Lodge satellite locations.
Works a flexible schedule to support the needs of the position.
Exposure to residents within the facility, which may demonstrate responsive behaviours.