Clinical Educator - Department of Clinical Education - Trenton - Full-Time - DAYS

Capital Health (US)

7d•$94,557 - $124,176•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Health is hiring a Clinical Educator for its Department of Clinical Education in Trenton. The role coordinates and evaluates orientation for unit-based healthcare providers, tailoring plans to each orientee’s experience and learning needs. The educator plans and delivers learning programs for healthcare providers, patients, and the community; assesses learning needs; evaluates program effectiveness; and shares information about learning opportunities. The Clinical Educator integrates evidence-based practice and regulatory standards into education, develops and maintains educational materials, and promotes culturally responsive learning. The role serves as a resource and role model for staff, preceptors, and orientees; supports compliance with regulatory standards; contributes to competency development, performance improvement, research, and quality initiatives; and promotes professional development and accurate documentation. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position scheduled for days. The listed annual pay range is $94,556.80–$124,176.00 for a 1.0 FTE position. Compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, credentials, location, and internal equity.

Requirements

Master of Science or Master of Science in Nursing (MS or MSN).
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Three years of experience working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care healthcare facility.
Some previous teaching experience.
AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider certification.
Registered Nurse license in New Jersey.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of adult learning principles and classroom techniques.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of Critical Care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and individualize orientation plans for unit-based healthcare providers, monitor their progress, and assist department managers with maintaining the orientation process.
Plan, coordinate, and present educational programs for healthcare providers, patients, and the community based on assessed learning needs.
Use effective teaching skills and varied instructional methods, and evaluate the relevance, appropriateness, and effectiveness of educational programs and materials.
Share information about relevant learning opportunities within and outside Capital Health.
Integrate evidence-based practice and Capital Health regulatory standards into educational activities, and develop, update, and maintain educational materials.
Develop educational programs that incorporate the cultural diversity of the population served.
Serve as a resource and role model for staff, preceptors, and orientees, including modeling proper infection-control practices and assisting with work-related activities.
Assist with compliance with JCAHO, DOH, Magnet, and other regulatory agency standards, and participate in related data collection and evaluation.
Develop and update standards, objectives, policies, and procedures using evidence-based practice, and help resolve clinical issues requiring educational intervention.
Facilitate healthcare providers’ critical thinking and best practices, assess learning and competency needs, and encourage participation in performance improvement and regulatory data collection.
Participate in departmental quality improvement and hospital-wide performance improvement projects, and promote integration of research into practice.
Promote employee professional development, assist with performance appraisals, assess and document staff competence, and participate in staff meetings.
Maintain records for educational activities and promote accurate, complete documentation in patient medical records.
Complete and submit required performance improvement, research, and regulatory documentation accurately and on time.
Perform other duties and responsibilities upon request.