Franciscan Hospital For Children - Boston, MA
posted 30 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Boston, MA
Hospitals
About the position
The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) plays a vital role in enhancing the skills and knowledge of bedside nurses, promoting excellence in evidence-based nursing practice. This position involves collaboration with nursing leadership to assess, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs aimed at improving nursing competencies and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Provides educational activities aligned with the organization's mission and values.
- Collaborates with nursing staff to identify necessary changes in nursing practice based on evidence and care environment.
- Acts as a clinical expert in pediatric nursing practice.
- Develops, coordinates, and evaluates orientation programs in partnership with charge nurses.
- Identifies and educates nursing preceptors in collaboration with nursing leadership.
- Encourages staff development through individual coaching to help them reach their full potential.
- Utilizes adult learning principles to provide educational activities that support professional development from novice to expert.
- Implements evidence-based strategies to enhance nursing practice and patient outcomes.
- Educates staff on new products and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
- Promotes critical thinking skills among staff by encouraging independent problem-solving.
- Works with Nurse Managers to support staff in clinical practice and achieve professional goals.
Requirements
- BSN required; Master's degree in nursing or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of pediatric nursing experience.
- Demonstrated interest in continuing education and professional development.
- Knowledge of professional nursing principles and practices relevant to patient care.
- Specialized skills in operating and monitoring complex medical equipment.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Understanding of nursing theory and Family Centered Care practices.
- Ability to collaborate with senior nursing management to ensure quality care and resource management.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in nursing research and evidence-based practice.
- Previous experience in a clinical educator role.
Benefits
- Full-time position with standard hours of 40 per week.
- Onsite work location in Brighton.
