The Advanced Practice Leader (APL) is a crucial role that reports to the Senior Director of Professional Practice and the VP of Professional Practice & Operational Excellence. This position is instrumental in driving clinical excellence, innovation, and quality improvement within SE Health. The APL is responsible for advancing evidence-based practices, spearheading program development, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes. The position requires a highly skilled and experienced healthcare professional capable of navigating complex healthcare environments and driving positive change in patient care delivery.
Key Responsibilities
· Implement evidence-informed practices and provide expert clinical knowledge to improve care delivery for the target population.
· Lead the development of innovative programs and care delivery models in collaboration with operations leadership and interdisciplinary teams.
· Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and other relevant legislation/regulations, accreditation requirements, developing strategies to address improvement opportunities.
· Provide expert clinical knowledge and professional practice leadership to develop exceptional care solutions and service delivery models.
· Collaborate with operations leadership to implement and sustain exemplary clinical practices.
· Foster a culture of critical clinical inquiry and evidence-informed practice.
· Contribute to quality, safety, and risk management initiatives, including the development of quality improvement plans.
· Work towards improving client outcomes based on best available evidence and efficient resource utilization.
· Support Clinical Practice Coaches and the Clinical Practice Resource Team through regular meetings, orientation, mentorship, and guidance in complex clinical situations.
· Develop and implement educational initiatives, including support for innovative online learning environments.
· Provide leadership in adult education, curriculum development, and delivery.
· Participate in business development initiatives as required.
- Advocate for policy and practice changes that align with emerging healthcare trends
· Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to foster change and improvement in healthcare delivery.
· Engage with external partners, academic institutions, and research bodies to advance clinical excellence
· Leverage data to inform decision-making and drive innovative practices.
Qualifications and Skills
Education and Professional Registration
· Undergraduate degree in a health care related field (Master’s degree an asset)
· Current registration as a Regulated Health Professional in good standing with the respective regulatory college.
Experience and Expertise
· Minimum of 5 years clinical experience.
· Demonstrated proficient clinical skills in areas such as medication management, infusion therapy, vascular access, wound care, etc. Paediatric experience an asset.
Leadership and Management Skills
· Proven ability in program development, implementation, project change management, and evaluation.
· Experience in quality improvement strategies and methodologies.
· Demonstrated proficiency in knowledge translation and implementing evidence-based practices.
· Superior interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to direct and motivate teams.
Technical and Analytical Skills
· Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
· Ability to leverage data for decision-making and innovative practices.
· Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-resolution skills.
Personal Attributes
· Commitment to excellence in all aspects of professional practice.
· Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse workload with changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
· Expertise in teaching, coaching, and mentoring individuals and teams.
Additional Requirements
· SE Health highly values ongoing professional development. If the successful candidate has a baccalaureate degree, enrollment in a Master’s program would be required within 1-2 years of hire. We would be happy to support your continued education as part of your growth with our company.
· A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required criminal background check and a vulnerable sector screen required
· On-call support for the Clinical Practice Resource Team (CPRT).
This role is primarily virtual. You will be required to travel to home office in Markham, Ontario for 2 days every two months, at minimum. There may be other ad hoc travel expectations as required. A vehicle and ability to travel and some on-call is required.
About Us:
At SE, we love what we do. Every day, we bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada. We treat each person with dignity and love, like our own family; we build empathy; and we do the right thing. We are always inspired to make a difference. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help each client to realize their most meaningful goals for health and wellbeing. We are an inclusive workplace offering competitive salary, group benefits, RRSP pension, and work life balance. We’re a great place to work, and we hope you’ll join our team.
In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose.
SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Talent Acquisition Team at careers@sehc.com at your earliest convenience.