Clinical Educator - Evening Shift - MSN Preferred, BSN REQUIRED

Work Shift:

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Position Overview:

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)

Plans, promotes, coordinates, implements and evaluates education activities according to Capital Health (CH) standards and policies. Promotes a continuous learning environment that supports ongoing staff development for assigned clinical areas. Uses effective communication to promote a positive environment. Demonstrates advanced level of expertise through collaborative activities within and outside Capital Health (CH). Functions as a clinical resource in patient care activities. Generates evaluation data for education and staff performance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:MS or MSN. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Experience:Three years experience working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care healthcare facility. Some previous teaching experience.

Other Credentials:AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider,Registered Nurse - NJ

Requires ATCN or TNCC (or must obtain within 1 year of hire) AND 8 hours of Trauma related Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours annually if assigned to: RMC ICU/CCU, RMC Surgical Trauma Unit, RMC PACU, Emergency Department (all campuses)

Requires NIH Stroke Scale Certification (or must obtain by end of orientation) AND 8 hours of Stroke related Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours annually if assigned to: Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED, PACU, Interventional Radiology, CNI, Observation

CPR Requirements:

• Requires ACLS (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Critical Care/Intermediate/Telemetry, Emergency Rooms, Pediatrics/Pediatrics Emergency Room, Labor & Delivery, Surgical Services (not to include Perioperative), Interventional Procedures, Observation.
• Requires NRP (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Maternity Services, Emergency Room RMC/Deborah
• Requires PALS (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Emergency Rooms, Infant Follow-Up, Surgical Services (only PACU & Same Day Surgery), Pediatrics/Pediatric ED.

Knowledge and Skills:Effective written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of adult learning principles and classroom techniques. Strong interpersonal skills.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates the development of orientation plans for the unit based healthcare providers. Individualizes the orientation plan based on the experience level and learning needs of the orientee. Assists department manager to update and monitor the orientation process and monitors and evaluates the progress of orientees.
• Demonstrates effective teaching skills and uses a variety of instructional methods/teaching strategies. Plans, coordinates and presents programs to meet the assessed learning needs of healthcare providers, patients and community as applicable. Exercises discretion and judgement when providing educational opportunities at times and places needed. Evaluates program outcome effectiveness based on the relevance and appropriateness of educational materials. Disseminates information about relevant learning offerings within and outside CH.
• Integrates information regarding evidence-based practice and CH regulatory standards in educational activities. Participates in developing, updating and maintaining educational materials. Develops education programs incorporating aspects of cultural diversity of population served in a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current healthcare standards and a commitment to quality patient care. Functions as a resource in an advising and guiding role. Assists staff, preceptors, and orientees in work-related activities as needed. Functions as a role model for prope