Education Coordinator, Critical Care Transport

University Hospitals•Chardon, OH

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About The Position

Responsible for the coordination and delivery of clinical education programs for internal personnel serving on the UH Critical Care Transport (CCT) teams, as well as general support of community outreach educational programs. Plans and implements education in order to promote quality improvement in patient care delivery and meet mandatory educational requirements set by legal & regulatory agencies.

Requirements

(BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)
3+ years Flight experience (Required)
2+ years Critical care ground transport experience (Required)
Demonstrated ability to teach one on one and in small and large group settings. (Required proficiency)
Demonstrated experience coordinating continuing professional education programs according to professional organization requirements. (Required proficiency)
Able to work with multiple disciplines and be self-directed. (Required proficiency)
Ability to prioritize initiatives (Required proficiency)
Problem solve and think critically (Required proficiency)
Open to new ways of thinking (Required proficiency)
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups (Required proficiency)
Able to coach and develop others (Required proficiency)
Thorough knowledge and understanding of standards in Critical Care Transport (Required proficiency)
Computer literate with above average software proficiency ( proficiency)
Leadership skills and the ability to relate to clinical EMS staff are essential. ( proficiency)
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) and
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Required)
PALS, FEMA (Required) and
Successful completion of NRP within 90 Days (Required) and
Successful completion of advanced certification and ATLS within 6 Months (Required) and
Affiliation with an approved professional organization. (Required)

Nice To Haves

(MSN) Master's Degree in Nursing or related field (Preferred)
Adult education experience; in the clinical setting and/or as training preceptor and certified instructor (preferably ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP). (Preferred)
Outreach education (Preferred)
Knowledge of CAMTS accreditation requirements ( proficiency)
Working knowledge of the use of established clinical and preceptorship models in the development of clinical education programs ( proficiency)
Advanced nursing skills and knowledge in the care of critical care patients and transport ( proficiency)
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment. ( proficiency)
Must have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time ( proficiency)
Add to organizational value through unique expertise in caring for high acuity patients and teach other clinicians. ( proficiency)
Establishes and models standards that guarantee exceptional quality and necessary attention to detail; continually seek to improve processes and products and holds staff accountable for quality. ( proficiency)
Seeks the best practices, shares them, teaches them, and then improves upon them. ( proficiency)
Proactive and take action without being prompted ( proficiency)

Responsibilities

Analyzes educational needs and develops programming to enhance staff performance throughout the organization.
Provides consultation regarding complex patient care needs and assists in developing educational plan for patients.
Takes responsibility for self-development and the development of preceptors and other educational resources.
Coordinates learning experiences for all student levels in all areas of the organization.
Collaborates with EMSI director and Chief Medical Officer to ensure staff competency upon hire and annually.
Supports leadership by facilitating staff’s adherence to accreditation standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Exhibits leadership skills and ability to coach and develop staff to maintain and promote quality and affect change.
Responsible for ensuring coordination and delivery of required educational programs for both new hires and existing clinical personnel which meets and exceeds all initial and annual educational requirements for compliance (CAMTS, OSHA, HIPAA, air and ground CCT Policies/Procedures, Clinical Protocols, regulatory agencies, and other requirements as needed).
Works closely with CCT Medical Directors and CQI Committee for involvement in case review sessions and ad hoc educational presentations as needed
Provides clinical education materials for local outreach education programs
Maintains active involvement in region/statewide EMS activities and related committees
Performs audits and verifies employee educational requirement completion and documentation
Maintains requirements for active flight status and periodically functions as primary flight crew member and/or third person observer if applicable.
Assists the Clinical Services Nurse Managers for Air and Ground Critical Care Transport and EMSI Director with interviews and evaluations of potential new hires
Provides patient care as a Critical Care Transport Nurse qualified for flight services as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.