Nurse Educator - Clinical Education - Trenton - Full-Time - DAYS

Capital Health (US)

2d•$86,528 - $113,630•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time). Pay Range: $86,528.00 - $113,630.40 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Position Overview

Requirements

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Three years experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care healthcare facility.
Experience planning and conducting training programs in corporate, educational or healthcare setting.
AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider
Registered Nurse - NJ
Demonstrated understanding of adult learning styles and instructional methods.
Outstanding verbal and written communications skills.
Strong presentation, facilitation and group process skills.
Demonstrated ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail and presentation software.

Nice To Haves

If hired on the Mother/Baby Unit, IBCLC is required within one year.
Requires ATCN or TNCC (or must obtain within 1 year of hire) AND 8 hours of Trauma related Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours annually if assigned to: RMC ICU/CCU, RMC Surgical Trauma Unit, RMC PACU, Emergency Department (all campuses)
Requires NIH Stroke Scale Certification (or must obtain by end of orientation) AND 8 hours of Stroke related Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours annually if assigned to: Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED, PACU, Interventional Radiology, CNI, Observation, Hospital at Home
Requires ACLS (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Critical Care/Intermediate/Telemetry, Emergency Rooms, Pediatrics/Pediatrics Emergency Room, Labor & Delivery, Surgical Services (not to include Perioperative), Interventional Procedures, Observation.
Requires NRP (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Maternity Services.
Requires PALS (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Emergency Rooms, Infant Follow-Up, Surgical Services (only PACU & Same Day Surgery), Pediatrics/Pediatric ED.

Responsibilities

Develops the orientation plan for unit based healthcare providers. Individualizes orientation plans based on the experience level and learning needs of the orientee.
Assists department manager to update and monitor the orientation process.
Monitors and evaluates the progress of orientees.
Plans and presents programs to meet the assessed learning needs of healthcare providers (patients and community, as applicable).
Provides educational opportunities at times and places needed.
Participates in developing, updating and maintaining educational materials.
Integrates information regarding evidence-based practice and CH regulatory standards in educational activities.
Develops education programs incorporating aspects of cultural diversity of population served in a collaborative environment.
Demonstrates effective teaching skills.
Uses a variety of instructional methods/teaching strategies.
Participates in the resolution of clinical issues requiring educational intervention.
Disseminates information about relevant learning offerings within and outside CH.
Assists with ensuring compliance with JCAHO, DOH, Magnet and other regulatory agency standards.
Offers input during the development of standards and procedures.
Participates in departmental quality improvement projects.
Participates in hospital-wide performance improvement projects.
Evaluates compliance with regulatory standards.
Participates in the evaluation of performance improvement and regulatory requirement data collection.
Promotes learning activities that enable healthcare providers to integrate research into practice.
Exercises discretion and judgement when evaluating the relevance and appropriateness of educational materials.
Assists with competency development for healthcare providers.
Demonstrates knowledge of current healthcare standards and a commitment to quality patient care.
Functions as a resource person and assists staff, preceptors, and orientees in work-related activities as needed.
Functions as a role model for proper infection control practices.
Promotes accuracy and completeness of documentation in the patient medical record.
Promotes the professional development of CH employees.
Assists with the competence of performance appraisals and documents the achievement of staff competence.
Encourages critical thinking in healthcare providers to promote best practice.
Participates with healthcare providers in performance improvement and regulatory requirement data collection.
Assesses the learning needs of healthcare providers.
Evaluates program outcome effectiveness.
Assists in the maintenance of records for educational activities.
Promotes accuracy and completeness of documentation in the patient medical record.
Submits required documents with accuracy and in a timely manner.
Participates in staff meetings.