Clinical Learning & Practice Lead
City of Thunder Bay
Pioneer Ridge Thunder Bay, OntarioP7B6R1
Full Time
Social and community service workers
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$74,340.14-$87,458.98
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5/15/2026
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In this role, you'll be responsible for the development, coordination, and delivery of clinical nursing professional development and continuing education in accordance with
the Long-Term Care Act and regulations. Your key accountabilities will include:
•Act as a clinical expert/resource/consultant and provide expert knowledge and nursing practices to maintain and improve resident care delivery.
•Lead an annual strategic plan for nursing learning and development initiatives.
•Facilitate new nurse orientation, and manage the nurse education program portfolio, and support performance improvement initiatives for nurses.
•Conduct annual nursing learning needs and gap analyses for nurse leadership, including training, new hire orientation, and ongoing programs, in collaboration with the Supervisor – Quality Improvement & Resident Financial Services.
•Design, implement, and facilitate training programs, incorporating adult learning principles and effective instructional strategies.
•Develop curriculum and materials in collaboration with internal and external subject matter experts, including legislative bodies, and Ministry funded incentive and professional development program requirements.
•Collaborate with the nursing management team to identify nurses requiring additional education or support based on professional development plans.
•Manage logistics and scheduling for training sessions in partnership with the nursing management team.
•Monitor staff development, performance management/review, and coaching/mentoring, of nurses and provide updates to nurse leadership.
•Coordinate and lead check in and probationary review sessions with new hires to identify individual clinical practice learning needs and provide educational resources.
•Support policy and procedure revision/development, learning toolkits and standard operating procedure instructions; and collaborate with the Director of Nursing and the Section’s care team to update and develop policies and procedures related to education, clinical practice, and added nursing skills.
•Current unrestricted certificate of competence (registration in good standing) as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario,
•Two years of experience teaching in health care environment,
•Working knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations, and best practices, and
•Working knowledge of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Act and regulations.
•Expert skills and an advanced level of clinical competence in supporting and promoting senior’s health
•Superior facilitation skills with the ability to plan, develop, and deliver presentations to a variety of audiences using oral, written, and electronic communication
What You Can Count On With Us
We’re proud to offer a workplace where your leadership is valued, your growth is supported, and your well-being comes first. As a Clinical Learning & Practice Lead at Pioneer Ridge, you’ll enjoy:
•A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
•A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security
•Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
•Generous paid vacation and holidays
•Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
•Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
•A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
•Healthy staffing patterns that support safe, resident-centred care and a manageable day for your team
•The opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a respected, accredited long-term care home, where your impact on residents, families, and staff is both meaningful and lasting
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