A Health Sciences Professor teaches foundational health science ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the health science curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
Collaborates with Unit/Department Managers and other educators to provide American Heart Association, and other certification courses with the goal of enhanced clinical practice, professional growth of the staff and the assurance of safe and effective healthcare to patients.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Licensed in the State of Idaho as an
EMT, LPN, RN
, RT or Paramedic licensed in the State of Idaho or registered with the National Registry. Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk. Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk. Two years of direct patient care experience in the licensed role required, and one year of American Heart Association course instruction preferred Experience in nursing /clinical education desirable .
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organizational Mission, Core Values, and Vision in behaviors, practices, policies and decisions. Uses principles of education and adult learning to design educational activities. Promotes a learning environment in a manner that enhances learner's competence to provide quality healthcare and to enhance clinical skills through group activities, classroom lecture presentations, individual instruction or the general use of role model and mentoring concepts. Maintains records of educational offerings. Maintains own clinical skills and competence related to clinical practice and staff development. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
