Registered Nurse, RN Learning Specialist - Orlando Health Cancer Institute

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Learning Specialist functions as a learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for inquiry, advocate, and partner for practice transitions. The role coordinates the planning, development, design, implementation, and evaluation of staff education; enhances professional practice and career growth; promotes lifelong learning; and verifies team members’ clinical competence to work independently. The position supports Orlando Health’s mission, vision, values, strategies, and goals. Oncology experience is preferred. The role is based at Orlando Health Cancer Institute Downtown, 1400 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, Florida, and has a scheduled workday of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a multidisciplinary cancer program serving adult oncology needs through six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations. It provides care for more than 200 types of cancer, offers advanced treatments and technologies, and supports research studies and clinical trials. The institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
Three years of related clinical experience.
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida.
Obtain national specialty certification in the area of practice within two years of hire, unless no certification is available.
Hold basic life support, advanced life support, pediatric advanced life support, and/or neonatal resuscitation program certification as required by the department or unit.

Nice To Haves

Oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct ongoing needs assessments and formulate educational plans based on collected data.
Develop and coordinate orientation for assigned areas, meeting regularly with orientees, preceptors, and leadership and using an Education Action Plan as needed.
Participate in quality and safety initiatives.
Implement educational programs that build nursing staff competence and skills using effective teaching methodologies and technologies.
Develop evidence-based, culturally competent curricula in accordance with Association of Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) standards for team members at different expertise and specialty levels.
Use the ANPD Practice Model to create and evaluate department-specific education.
Assess and verify team member proficiency by observing practice at the point of care.
Collaborate with department leadership to review orientee progress and provide skills feedback.
Evaluate competency verification methods, analyze data, and report findings to stakeholders.
Collaborate on initiatives affecting department-specific or organizational outcomes with approval from the site education manager or education designee.
Work with Clinical Learning to enhance team members’ clinical skills and professional development and assist with corporate-led courses as requested.
Promote team member participation in professional, departmental, and organizational initiatives.
Provide education to maintain knowledge of and compliance with organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
Use evidence-based, high-quality clinical practice consistent with research and organizational and national practice standards.
Pursue and integrate new knowledge and skills and adapt strategies as interdisciplinary projects evolve.
Collaborate with professionals and educators across disciplines to promote interdisciplinary learning and integrate knowledge in the broader healthcare context.
Demonstrate proactive flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
Serve as a preceptor for Learning Specialists.
Maintain visibility in the department and support team members on day, night, and weekend shifts.
Serve as a resource for the comprehensive health records (CHR) system.
Maintain accurate records of educational programs, assessments, and evaluations in accordance with ANPD documentation standards and regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Generate reports demonstrating the impact of educational interventions and supporting continuous improvement.
Collaborate with student services to assist with student placement.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and laws.
Comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures and demonstrate knowledge of legal issues, patient rights, and regulatory and accrediting standards.
Undertake additional responsibilities as directed by educational leadership.