Clinical Educator - RN

Crawford Memorial Hospital•Robinson, IL

About The Position

The Clinical Educator assists clinical staff in professional growth through just-in-time training, formal education, and self-study. This position provides the clinical staff with evidence-based knowledge and training. The Clinical Educator also provides support and participates in the preceptorship of newly-employed licensed nursing staff and clinical staff identified with a learning/training need.

Requirements

Current RN Professional Licensure required
BLS required, BLS instructor within 2 years of hire
Registered Nurse minimum 3 years preferred
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Ability to work independently, prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner
Must be well-organized, detail oriented and motivated to provide excellent service
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to communicate and work with various personalities, styles and levels of management
Excellent written and verbal communication, professionalism and ability to articulate well with various levels.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
ACLS instructor within 2 years of hire preferred
PALS instructor within 3 years of hire preferred
CPI instructor within 2 years of hire preferred
Clinical training experience preferred

Responsibilities

Works with department staff and leadership across the organization to achieve exceptional clinical outcomes and promote exceptional care.
Creates a positive learning atmosphere for all students/employees.
Participates in the new employee orientation and onboarding process.
Collaborates with others to promote best care practices by providing needed or mandated education.
Supports organization-wide clinical training development and rollout.
Educates and ensures understanding of the National Patient Safety Goals.
Coordinates student clinical rotations, schedules student orientations, and mentors students in the field of health careers as needed.
Collaborates with department managers to implement annual competency skills checks for all clinical departments as required to meet the need of the patient and regulatory bodies.
Directs, prepares, organizes and carries out education offerings which include orientation, skill and competency training and continuing education programs for clinical employees.
Oversees CPR program and maintains all required CPR certifications for clinical employees.
Trains, supports, and follows clinical employees to ensure positive and productive onboarding.
Researches, prepares, and conducts in-service opportunities for staff on a regular basis on identified educational and training needs.
Coordinates annual staff educational needs assessment in collaboration with department leaders and utilizes feedback to create and execute annual education plan in alignment with regulating body requirements.
Coordinates clinical affiliation agreements with appropriate institutions for clinical student rotations; orients clinical students as appropriate.
Complies with all established safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.
Participates in performance improvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.