EDUCATION COORD-NSG

Covenant Health•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

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 regarding care and documentation. Prepares, directs, schedules, and delivers education and instruction on healthcare topics, new procedures, and high-tech operations. Develops and revises printed documentation forms to meet standards and improve time management, and prepares new policies and procedures while revising existing ones. The role is at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, a 444-bed hospital and Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center offering specialized services including bariatric, robotic, minimally invasive spine, and advanced orthopedic care. Fort Sanders Regional is part of Covenant Health, a nonprofit health system with nine hospitals and nearly 150 service locations.

Requirements

At least two years of clinical experience.
Current Tennessee RN license.
Education must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the required license and/or certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare educational and in-service materials through research and development.
Educate and provide in-service training to 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 concerning 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.