Clinical Educator Lifeflight - NICU (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Miami, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and evaluating LifeFlight educational programs and academic initiatives focused exclusively on neonatal critical care patients. Manages LifeFlight critical care education for neonatal populations and collaborates with NCHS Clinical Educators and Specialists to standardize pediatric clinical practice. Collaborates with the LifeFlight Pediatric Clinical Educator to align pediatric and neonatal education for all LifeFlight staff, including the communication center. Although the role does not have primary responsibility for pediatric education, it may provide support or consultation to promote operational continuity and patient safety. This hybrid role combines educational leadership with air and ground clinical obligations. It provides initial and ongoing education and clinical development for LifeFlight pediatric clinical staff, promotes an error-free care environment, serves as a research advocate, and supports high-quality pediatric nursing care. The position delivers compassionate, patient- and family-centered care and upholds the standards of a Magnet-designated hospital and the Patient Bill of Rights. It practices under the supervision of the LifeFlight Director and LifeFlight Medical Directors.

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing.
Active, good-standing RN licensure in Florida or a Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) license, maintained throughout employment.
Active, good-standing American Heart Association BLS certification, maintained throughout employment.
American Heart Association PALS certification required within two years of hire and maintained in active, good standing throughout employment.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
American Heart Association ACLS certification required within one year of hire.
Florida DOT AMCCC completion required within one year of hire.
National certification (CFRN, CCRN, CEN, CPEN, CNPT, CPN, CMTE, or CTRN) required within 18 months of hire.
Maintain a valid passport throughout employment for travel requirements.
Maintain a weight limit of no greater than 250 lbs. in uniform, including flight suit and boots, throughout employment.
4–7 years of pediatric flight nursing, critical care, and/or emergency services nursing experience in a hospital setting.
At least 2,000 hours of Level II or Level III NICU experience.
Passion for learning.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time-management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior educational duties preferred.

Responsibilities

Consult with staff about individual learning needs and deliver competency-based programs focused on improving skills and retaining knowledge.
Mentor new and current employees to improve performance and clinical outcomes, identify strengths and opportunities, and partner with leaders to foster empowerment and open communication.
Develop, oversee, and coordinate the yearly educational plan for LifeFlight and the Transfer Center.
Identify and recruit internal and external resources, including nurses, physicians, and other specialists, for educational activities.
Assess learning needs and develop, implement, and coordinate continuing education and competency sessions, including remediation, certification, mentoring, CAMTS, equipment, and supplies.
Coordinate new-hire onboarding, buddy assignments, onboarding standardization, and LifeFlight staff training.
Audit documentation and monitor clinical skills performance and clinical practice of LifeFlight Nurses, Paramedics, and EMTs.
Mentor and engage staff in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes, as demonstrated by higher CEI and SEI.
Support regulatory readiness through education that drives quality improvement.
Provide leadership in system-wide implementation of quality improvements and innovations.
Recognize and communicate changes in clinical practice consistent with organizational standards.
Analyze data and outcomes and use PI processes to recommend process improvements and practice changes to achieve desired outcomes.
Stay current with trends in pediatric and neonatal transport practice and share information across the institution and community.
Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and programs that ensure quality nursing care based on Evidence Based Practice (EBP).