Nurse Educator - Inpatient Psychiatric - Full Time - Days

Mohawk Valley Health System•City of Utica, NY

7d•$74,000 - $119,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Educator assesses the educational needs of nursing staff, students, and others to plan and deliver orientation and continuing education. This role serves as a resource by mentoring staff and monitoring/evaluating clinical competencies to ensure the highest quality clinical outcomes and safety. The Nurse Educator participates in committees to facilitate and reinforce the implementation of evidence-based care and ensures that nurses are in full compliance with regulatory standards. This position also acts as a role model to all staff.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
Minimum 2 years in area of specialty
Current and unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in NY State

Nice To Haves

BSN or MSN
AHA BLS and/or ACLS Instructor certification
Certification in area of specialty

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates educational programs for staff, the hospital, and the community.
Contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues through innovative programs in both classroom settings and on nursing units.
Works collaboratively with Nursing Leadership to assess the educational needs of staff.
Identifies the orientation needs of new employees, plans individualized orientation, and evaluates employee progress towards competency achievement.
Ensures new employees are scheduled for hospital and/or unit-specific mandatory programs and documents progress and competency per policy.
Addresses issues in collaboration with Nurse Leadership.
Assesses the practice of nursing staff and students through direct observation, chart reviews, and participation in quality monitors.
Develops plans to educate staff based on identified needs to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
Conducts classes and/or provides individualized instruction.
Develops objectives and course outlines for unit in-service programs.
May work with Nurse Leadership to develop and implement individualized employee improvement or development plans.
Tracks progression and achievement of competency and presents results and new or revised action plans to Department Manager when indicated.
Investigates concerns of nursing practice and stays current in the latest research in their area of expertise.
Creates an environment that optimizes patient safety and the quality of care.
Provides clear and constructive feedback to educate effectively.
Works a minimum of one 8-hour shift per month as a direct care RN on an assigned floor to stay current with patient care techniques and to foster teamwork, transparency, and understanding of direct patient care roles.
Participates in the development of standards of nursing care practice through assigned committees and workgroups.
Works collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and departments.
May provide direct patient care.
Assists and guides staff in providing quality nursing care.
Maintains a high standard of professional responsibility and performance.
Encourages the development of skills in members of the nursing staff.
Supports and role models policies and procedures to ensure excellent care and customer service that meets or exceeds patient expectations.
Ensures the delivery of compassionate, patient-centered care that addresses patient and family needs and concerns in a timely manner.
Complies with all MVHS and department training and competency requirements.
Performs related duties as required.