RN Clinical Educator

Sarah Bush Lincoln•Washington Court House, OH

3d•$39 - $61

About The Position

Clinical Educators provide clinical training and education and develop performance-based learning experiences that support SBL nursing departments. They identify and provide training solutions for performance issues, measure achievement of learning objectives, and provide support as needed or requested. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pay is based on experience, with an estimated compensation range of $39.12 to $60.64.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire, through Sarah Bush Lincoln.
BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire, through Sarah Bush Lincoln.
Registered Nurse (RN) licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Quality Management and the Clinical Director – RN, as assigned.
Consult and collaborate with Clinical Educators, the Office Assistant Educator, the Registration Educator, nurses, and other disciplines to support appropriate clinical staff education and follow-up.
Develop and coordinate clinical education and competency evaluations for patient care personnel in the assigned division.
Validate staff competency upon hire and annually thereafter.
Promote stability and reduce variation in operations and procedures related to clinical quality.
Use Quality Improvement principles and methods to achieve high-quality care and services.
Evaluate progress toward goals and outcomes, and report data and outcomes as appropriate.
Implement care or work plans in alignment with the plan and approved safety, infection-control, and department or organization standards.
Pursue required knowledge and skills through position-specific orientation, current literature, and new learning opportunities, in collaboration with leaders.
Develop plans with strategies to attain expected, measurable outcomes.
Establish effective working relationships with peers, physicians, and other healthcare or work-team members; identify and consult appropriate resources regarding patient or work decisions.
Respond to appropriate requests and initiatives from Administration, Directors, Managers, physicians, and staff to improve or expand clinical services.
Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and standards to maintain high clinical quality.
Employ teaching strategies that promote health and a safe environment.