Clinical Ed Specialist RN II

MyMichigan Health•Saginaw, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of nursing leadership, the Specialist RN position may be responsible for any of or a combination of the following: training, education, and quality review of respective department(s). This position links nursing leadership with nursing care through the application of organizational and nursing service policies, procedures, and care delivery model. The Specialist RN uses the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements to guide leadership and practice. The Specialist RN attains knowledge and competence reflective of current nursing practice; promotes innovation and futuristic thinking by incorporating evidence based practice and research findings.

Requirements

RN: Registered Nurse
CNOR: Peri-Operative Nurs-NCC (Specialty Nursing Certification or Advanced Nurse Certification required within 4 years of hire or transfer to position as defined by the department leadership)
BLS: Basic Life Support (Within 3 months of hire or transfer)
Knowledge of nursing practices and procedures as normally acquired through 3 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.
Knowledge of day to day activities in the operating room.
Leadership and teaching skills needed to effectively direct a group.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
Demonstrated strong leadership organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing at time of hire or transfer to position preferred.
Perioperative Experience with 5 years First Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, implements, maintains, and evaluates a comprehensive orientation program for all OR staff and student surgical technologists.
Makes daily assignments for orientees with their preceptors and the OR control desk.
Conducts formal and informal conferences with orientees on a weekly basis and evaluates their progress.
Provides training and review sessions on various computer software used by the staff. Is the super user for the department.
Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates educational programs for the OR staff through monthly in-services, annual training, etc.
Provides leadership, interprets policies and procedures, and functions as a staff nurse as needed.
Provides input on the performance of the OR staff in conjunction with the O.R. manager, supervisor, specialty coordinators, Specialists, and Sr. staff.
Participates in quality improvement initiatives within the department and the Medical Center.
Interprets policies and procedures and functions as a staff nurse as needed.
Is responsible for maintaining lines of communication with peers, subordinates, and superiors within the OR, nursing services and other departments within the Medical Center.
Maintains high visibility in the operating room.
Promotes professional growth and development through effective leadership.
Performs coaching and counseling of employees as needed.
Coordinates and communicates with other departments educational needs that impact the operating room schedule.
Collaborates with physicians, all levels of nursing management, surgical services staff, and other departmental personnel in planning for coordinated services to the patient.
Participates on or leads Nursing Service committees as appointed by the OR manager.
Assures compliance with the regulatory agencies standards such as The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare Services (CMS), the Michigan Department of Public Health (MDPH), American Association of Medical Instruments (AAMI), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN), and International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM).
Other duties as assigned.