RN Clinical Education Specialist

Masonicare Corp•Glastonbury, CT

19d

About The Position

The RN Clinical Education Specialist directs education activities related to the development and orientation of clinical agency staff and oversees implementation of State and Federal guidelines. This role serves the Hospice and Palliative Care Program, covering the Glastonbury branch and assisting some of the Norwich branch. The position plans and delivers education, evaluates learning activities, collaborates with management and staff on education and policy, and supports compliance and quality initiatives.

Requirements

Three years of experience in acute care, home care, or public health administration.
Two years of experience in staff development.
Teaching experience in an acute care, home health, or public health setting.
Current Connecticut RN license.
Current driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an NLN-accredited college or university is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop new education programs for PSA offices and, as needed, the organization.
Plan and implement cost-effective educational programs to meet identified learning needs of the Hospice department.
Provide comprehensive orientation and clinical in-service education.
Develop an evaluation system to determine the effectiveness of educational activities and work with leadership on an annual learning needs assessment.
Collaborate with PSA office management on educational assessments, recommendations, and outcomes.
Review policies annually and update them as needed according to State, Federal, and OSHA regulations.
Collaborate with management and staff in writing policies related to clinical staff development.
Consult with Supervisors of Clinical Services to support understanding and address clinical components related to quality, OSHA, and State and Federal regulations.
Investigate and participate in pertinent quality initiatives.
Make educational resources available to all staff members.
Communicate effectively and tactfully with clients, recognizing their age, cultural diversity, needs, abilities, and physical condition.
Provide person-centered care and services that demonstrate dignity, respect, compassion, coordinated support and treatment, and personalized care.
Report to work on time, use time off appropriately, and complete annual education and medical requirements.
Perform related duties as required, including participating in designated committees as assigned.