Nurse Residency RN Educator | UF Health Central Florida | Day Shift | Full Time

UF Health • Leesburg, FL

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About The Position

Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation – its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.
At UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, we are committed to providing the Central Florida community with leading-edge patient care, clinical training and research programs. Our teams of physicians and clinical staff work together to offer specialty services, advanced technology and clinical studies bringing world-class, quality health care closer to you and your loved ones. UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital provides many medical services and amenities for our patients and their families and visitors. As part of the UF Health network, patients now get more access, more services, more specialized care, improved experiences, faster treatment and as a result, everyone rises and moves forward together offering the convenience of world-class healthcare within a thriving community.
All about our Nurse Residency Program which we call Transition to Practice.
Our Exceptional TTP Program
For recently licensed nurses
Automatic enrollment once hired as licensed nurse — no additional application needed
80 hours of evidence-based curriculum to stimulate confidence and excellence
Hands-on practice to advance essential nursing skills in a safe environment
Individualized unit orientation with professional preceptors who are committed to your success
Personalized progress evaluations with dedicated educators
One full year of support and mentorship
TTP cohorts aligned with any graduation date

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited nursing school
• Master’s Degree required (MSN, or M.Ed.)
• If enrolled in MSN or M.Ed. program, must complete degree within one year of start date
• Florida Registered Nurse License required
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Minimum of 3 years Acute Care nursing experience
• Must have worked in an acute care RN role within last 2 years

Nice To Haves

• Nationally Recognized Certifications in Nursing, preferred

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of the Division Director of Clinical Education, the Transition to Practice Clinical Educator serves as a mentor, instructor, and role model for clinical staff.
• The Transition to Practice Clinical Educator provides opportunities to recently licensed nurses, which enhance critical thinking, reinforce basic nursing skills, instill confidence, and promote safe, quality nursing practice.
• The Transition to Practice Clinical Educator will create and deliver didactic content, provide simulated experiences, and coordinate and lead Transition to Practice (TTP) monthly meetings to support the first year of nursing practice.
• The Transition to Practice Clinical Educator will monitor TTP nurse progress during orientation as well as monitor recent graduate nurses NCLEX test status as they prepare to enter the TTP program.
• The Transition to Practice Clinical Educator will also collect and report data, which reflects the program’s success and provides feedback to guide program revisions.
• The Transition to Practice Clinical Educator works collaboratively with the entire Clinical Education team, Human Resources Team, and clinical leaders to provide a comprehensive program.
• The Transition to Practice Clinical Educator serves UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, Leesburg Hospital, and UF Health Freestanding Emergency Departments.
• This position demands independence in the role to create and manage projects, as well as adherence to department leadership requisites.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees