Education Coord-Nsg

Covenant Health•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Education Coordinator directs and provides orientation for new patient care employees and re-orients and educates current employees about changes to policies, procedures, and federal and state guidelines and regulations related to care and documentation. The coordinator prepares, directs, schedules, and provides education on healthcare topics, new procedures, and high-tech operations. The role also develops and revises documentation forms to meet standards and improve time management, and prepares new policies and procedures while revising existing ones. This is a full-time Emergency Room position at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, listed as 80 hours per pay period with variable shifts. The coordinator prepares and maintains educational resources, supports staff with clinical and professional concerns, keeps records of employee education, and participates in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

At least two years of clinical experience.
Current Tennessee RN license.

Responsibilities

Prepare educational and in-service materials through research and development.
Educate staff through direct teaching, written materials, and skills labs.
Orient new patient care employees and re-orient current employees.
Directly supervise patient care employees at least once yearly.
Provide one-on-one support to staff regarding clinical and professional problems.
Maintain employee education and in-service records using the current filing system.
Prepare and maintain resource files and materials for staff and patient education.
Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Complete required annual education assignments.
Work toward goals and objectives and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.