Advanced Practice Nurse Educator, Operating Room

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Collaborative Academic Practice
Reports to: Manager, Professional Practice
Salary: $49.86 - $62.32
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Status: Temporary Full-time (18 months)
Closing Date: October 5, 2026
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Professional Practice, the Advanced Practice Nurse Educator (APNE) is an integral member of the interdisciplinary leadership team and demonstrates a set of core competencies fundamental to developing and maintaining the academic practice environment at UHN.
The APNE aligned with the Operating Room is a member of the Surgical Services leadership team and Practice-Based Education team within the Collaborative Academic Practice portfolio. The APNE role involves enhancing patient care by applying evidence-based practices, providing clinical consultation, and addressing gaps in practice.
Duties
Design and deliver tailored staff education
Promote professional development, and mentor nurses for career growth
Collaborate with teams across UHN and the academic community on clinical and educational initiatives
Participate in committees, and share best practices
Lead program evaluation, implement innovative education strategies, and support and lead quality improvement initiatives
Drive nursing visibility and change management efforts, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
Participate and lead corporate initiatives and teaching
Must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario and able to practice without restrictions
Completion of an ORNAC approved perioperative education or equivalent
5+ years working in the OR setting is preferred
Advance nursing practice and efficiency in the OR setting
Current membership in RNAO (Registered Nurses Association of Ontario)
Current membership in a related professional interest group or association
At a minimum, completion of a graduate degree program in Nursing or Education or recognized equivalent is required (Candidates currently pursuing will be considered)
Theoretical and practical experience in adult education and other relevant educational frameworks, including educational program planning, development, and evaluation
Completion of a Basic Life Support (BLS) program required upon hire
Previous experience as an Educator considered an asset
Excellent leadership, time management, facilitation skills
Interprets, communicates and disseminates research findings to support patient care and recommends evidence-based policy and practice change
Ability to be adaptable, build trust, provide coaching and collaboration, facilitate change and promote continuous improvement
Demonstrate ability to motivate staff and create an environment conducive to learning and team building
Able to work effectively as a member of and/or lead an interprofessional team
Able to effectively use information technology
Ability to meet multiple and competing deadlines

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
No