Education Specialist Full-Time Day Shift 24507

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center•Paramus, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Assures all orientation programs for all newly appointed nursing staff including ancillary nursing personnel meet regulatory requirements and are current with BNBMC policy and procedures. Coordinates with the Education Supervisor and Nursing Administration for the transfer of staff, assessing their educational needs and documenting and Educational Plan. Participates in the annual assessment of staff identified learning needs; plans in-services and programs based on those needs. Teach selected classes using principles of adult learning and utilize different teaching methods including electronic learning to provide education and the required documentation of educational activities. Participates and teaches continuing nursing education programs, which offer nursing continuing education credit which expands and or enhance the staff’s knowledge. Works collaboratively with Nursing Administration to meet the changing clinical requirements of the profession through education. Writes and develops curriculum that meets educational standards of ANCC; establishes a plan and ensures regular systematic review of all programs. Write policies and procedures for the Department or in conjunction with the Clinical Department. Utilizes different teaching methods including electronic learning to provide education and the required documentation for educational activities. Supervises direct nursing care, when necessary, to patients in area of expertise as part of conducting training and or evaluation of orientees. Effectively and appropriately applies and teaches principles patient safety. Maintains clinical competence in clinical area of expertise. Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy. Maintains accurate and current educational records, assuring that appropriate items are forwarded to Human Resources for inclusion in personnel files or other defined systems; prepares reports as required. Participates in committees as assigned. Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps. Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements. Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Requirements

Current NJ licensure as RN required.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor certification required.
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required.
American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required.
Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience.
Knowledge of principles of teaching the adult learner.
Clinical nursing skills and expertise.
Basic computer skills in Windows (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Good organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the positions.
BSN in Nursing required.

Nice To Haves

Certification in specialty preferred.
Teaching experience preferred.
Master’s degree in Nursing or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Assures all orientation programs for all newly appointed nursing staff including ancillary nursing personnel meet regulatory requirements and are current with BNBMC policy and procedures.
Coordinates with the Education Supervisor and Nursing Administration for the transfer of staff, assessing their educational needs and documenting and Educational Plan.
Participates in the annual assessment of staff identified learning needs; plans in-services and programs based on those needs.
Teach selected classes using principles of adult learning and utilize different teaching methods including electronic learning to provide education and the required documentation of educational activities.
Participates and teaches continuing nursing education programs, which offer nursing continuing education credit which expands and or enhance the staff’s knowledge.
Works collaboratively with Nursing Administration to meet the changing clinical requirements of the profession through education.
Writes and develops curriculum that meets educational standards of ANCC; establishes a plan and ensures regular systematic review of all programs.
Write policies and procedures for the Department or in conjunction with the Clinical Department.
Utilizes different teaching methods including electronic learning to provide education and the required documentation for educational activities.
Supervises direct nursing care, when necessary, to patients in area of expertise as part of conducting training and or evaluation of orientees.
Effectively and appropriately applies and teaches principles patient safety.
Maintains clinical competence in clinical area of expertise.
Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.
Maintains accurate and current educational records, assuring that appropriate items are forwarded to Human Resources for inclusion in personnel files or other defined systems; prepares reports as required.
Participates in committees as assigned.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.