Senior Practice Consultant, Hospice & Palliative

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Senior Practice Consultant, Hospice & Palliative Care provides senior-level clinical expertise and leadership across all clinical programs of the Saint Elizabeth Foundation. As a senior registered nurse with advanced knowledge in hospice, palliative, and community-based care, this role supports high-quality, evidence-informed care delivery, professional development, and clinical innovation. The position collaborates with operational teams, program leads, and external stakeholders to enhance care models, set clinical standards, and guide organizational strategy in alignment with the Foundation’s mission.

Full Time 12-month contract

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Leadership & Program Oversight

• Provide senior clinical guidance across all Foundation programs, including hospice, palliative, and community-based care.

• Support program design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical services to ensure quality, accessibility, and sustainability.

• Serve as a consultant for complex or high-acuity cases, supporting staff and leadership in care planning and decision-making.

Practice Standards & Evidence Integration

• Establish and maintain clinical practice standards, policies, and workflows across Foundation programs.

• Integrate evidence, best practices, and quality metrics into care delivery and program evaluation.

• Collaborate with analytics and business intelligence teams to inform program planning and outcomes measurement.

Education & Workforce Development

• Lead clinical mentorship, supervision, and professional development initiatives for staff and learners.

• Design and deliver educational programs to support workforce competency in hospice, palliative, and end-of-life care.

• Promote adoption of digital and virtual care practices to enhance reach and equitable access to services.

Strategic Consultation & Innovation

• Provide thought leadership to advance the Foundation’s clinical priorities, including equitable access, innovation, and integration of spiritual care and grief support.

• Collaborate with internal and external partners to strengthen the Foundation’s position as a leader in hospice and palliative care.

Quality, Risk, and Accreditation Support

• Contribute to the development and monitoring of quality indicators, risk frameworks, and accreditation readiness for all clinical programs.

• Advise on continuous improvement strategies and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MN) or related clinical discipline; undergraduate nursing degree required.

• Current RN licensure in good standing with provincial regulatory body.

• 7+ years of clinical nursing experience, including hospice, palliative, or community-based care.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in program design, clinical consultation, or enterprise-level service integration.

• Preferred: Doctorate degree, Certified Healthcare Executive, or recognized certifications in hospice/palliative care, leadership, quality, or project management.

Specialized Knowledge

• Clinical leadership and advanced nursing practice

• Change management and implementation science

• Adult education and workforce development

• Emotional intelligence and communications

• Quality improvement, accreditation, and risk management

• Research and evidence-informed practice

About SE Health SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.

Accessibility: If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].

AI and compensation details: We do not use AI in our recruitment process.  All applications and interviews are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. This role is a new addition. The pay is $69,000 - $87,000 per year.