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Clinical Educator
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What they do
A Clinical Nurse Educator educates people about health issues and promotes healthy behaviors. Plans and directs health education programs at schools, colleges, private businesses, or nonprofits such as community health organizations. May work in a health care facility to educate patients about their conditions and treatment, or work for a public health organization to plan and organize public health campaigns. May also teach nursing at the postsecondary level.
$88,870 / year median in Pennsylvania
+3% projected growth
Job Description
- York Hospital
- Nights York, PA Posted 2 days ago Apply Now Job Identification 226300 Job Category Nursing Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Shift3
- Night Locations 1001 S George St, York, PA, 17403, US Assignment Category Not Applicable FTE 1 Job Description Full time
- Nights Monday
- Friday
- 8 hour shifts
- Flexible scheduling No weekends General Summary Provides staff/professional development expertise as an educator, consultant, facilitator, change agent and leader.
Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions:
Participates and collaborates in the annual development of an education/learning needs assessment for the department of nursing. Conducts learning needs assessment using a variety of strategic tools. Provides educational programs and curricula for nursing staff as identified from education/learning needs assessment. Programs/curricula may be unit-based education or department of nursing-based education. Track measurable outcomes related to improved patient outcomes as a result of knowledge gained from education. Assists in the development, implementation, and validation of department of nursing competencies for varied roles: RN's, NA's, technicians, and unit secretary's as applicable for each department. Assists with house wide or department of nursing orientation of new equipment, updates to Joint Commission, National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) requirements and other topics as necessary. Teaches content as needed/or assigned within clinical expertise to facilitate orientation, staff development, and/or safe clinical practice. Assists nursing staff in developing and designing programs of study specific to the patient population served. Meets with preceptors and orientees on a regular basis to monitor orientation progress and assist in setting goals for orientee in collaboration with unit-based preceptor and nurse manager. Verifies orientation content is appropriate for achieving role independence. Acts as a liaison between the new employee and hospital to facilitate the socialization process into the new unit and work culture. Routinely meets with Nurse Managers to identify staff or unit educational needs. Develops/revises educational plan(s) accordingly to assure ongoing competency and validation of professional nursing practice. Supports direct care delivery and consultations as needed and/or as requested by unit managers. Assists with tracking staff education requirements and facilitate/mentor staff in meeting unit and department of nursing requirements. Promotes evidence-based practice and nursing research and actively seeks opportunities for staff to participate in these activities on the unit/department/system. Supports and promotes specialty certification of staff, and provides education as needed.Common Expectations:
Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, professional organizations and workshops. Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation. Educational consultant for unit/department to facilitate task forces, committees, councils, and projects relating to policy, procedure and program development. Responds to organizational mandates, management of sentinel events and promotion of quality of patient care to support superior clinical outcomes, nursing care and patient safety. Supports shared decision-making structure at both the unit, entity and system levels through active involvement as appropriate and encouraging staff professional development. Benefits Offered ( click here for more details (https://wellspanbenefits.org/) ): Comprehensive health benefits Retirement savings plan Paid time off (PTO) Education assistance Financial education and support, includingDailyPay Expanded Paid Parental Leave Qualifications Qualifications Minimum Education:
Bachelors Degree Required Masters Degree Preferred Work Experience:
3 years in acute care setting required Previous teaching experience; teaching and learning strategies, learning styles, curriculum and design preferredLicenses:
Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required Courses and Training:
Professional nursing certification in area of clinical specialty/professional development/nursing education.Upon Hire Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. Substantial computer literacy and data file management skills. Knowledge of regulatory standards, both national and state. Demonstrated experience in preparing for and handling state and federal surveys would be an advantage. Apply Now Active Filters Clinical Educator- Yo.