Clinical Mentor

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager(s), and in collaboration with Clinical Educators and Clinical Resource Nurses, the primary function of the Clinical Mentor will be to act as a guide, role model, and advisor who facilitates debriefings, and shares practical, day to day, applied knowledge with other nurses. Clinical Mentors will primarily be responsible for providing rapid, just in time clinical mentorship on the unit, department, or program. They will also work in conjunction with nurse educators to provide on-going guidance to ensure competence in the area of practice.

The Clinical Mentor supports nurse(s) through a mentoring process that promotes the delivery of high-quality nursing care. The Clinical Mentor orientates, supports and promotes education and develops staff to ensure competence and ability to fulfill specified responsibilities. They support nurses to ensure a smooth transition into new areas or levels of practice and the work environment. The Clinical Mentor integrates knowledge, skills and experience to meet the clinical needs and social adjustment needs of all team members. They serve as a positive role model of excellence in professional practice, demonstrating a positive attitude and a commitment to the vision, values, and goals of the unit/facility/region, and promote an interprofessional, patient-centered approach to care based on best available research evidence. The incumbent fosters growth of the new or developing staff member within an effective mentoring relationship while supporting self-learning objectives.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Experience

• A minimum three (3) years of recent applicable clinical nursing experience specific to the unit/program required.
• For specialty areas, a minimum of five (5) years of recent applicable clinical nursing experience specific to the unit/program required.
• Experience as a preceptor, facilitator or mentor within the last three (3) years preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with effective collaboration within and between programs, agencies and services preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate from an approved Registered Nursing Program or approved Registered Psychiatric Nursing program required.
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing preferred.
• Certification in Adult Education an asset.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible to maintain and provide proof of active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM), or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM) and be a member in good standing.
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
• Knowledge of computer systems and proficiency in the use of word processing, email and internet software required.
• Demonstrated clinical competence required.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills required.
• Demonstrates commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients.
• Demonstrates ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Demonstrates ability to establish collegial, professional working relationships with superiors and peers.
• Demonstrates ability to create an environment conducive to learning and team building.
• Demonstrates leadership ability.
• Demonstrates ability to function independently with minimal direction.
• Demonstrates effective organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, creative problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrates ability to initiate, support and implement change.
• Knowledge of computer systems and proficiency in the use of word processing, email and internet software required.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver's license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.