RN Educator - Med Surg, Days (Southeast)

Memorial Hermann Health System•Cape Girardeau, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Educator executes educational experiences that promote competent, high-quality patient care. The role supports clinical employees in acquiring knowledge and skills and in their professional development. It typically reports to the campus Manager or Director of Clinical Education and Professional Development. This position covers primarily Med/Surg units at the Southeast campus, including Surgical, Clinical Decision, Dialysis, and ER. Duties include teaching new employee orientation, annual competencies, clinical skills, and other classes as indicated by the units and specialty areas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Two years of nursing experience.
Effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

One year of education-related experience.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
Med/Surg and/or ER clinical background.
Formal clinical educator experience; related experience such as preceptor, unit validator, and/or champion may be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform competency management, including needs assessment, gap analysis, and monitoring compliance.
Develop and disseminate fundamental educational content and programs using varied learning methods and domains.
Apply Nursing Professional Development (NPD) scope and standards in practice.
Collaborate with learners and other stakeholders across professions using effective communication.
Demonstrate awareness and understanding of evidence-based projects, research, and quality initiatives.
Coach and provide feedback to preceptors and orientees, and assess orientation progress.
Monitor internal and external environments for opportunities and challenges that may affect professional practice gaps.
Facilitate learning, change, professional role competence, and growth.
Ensure safe care for patients, staff, and visitors, and follow Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and service quality.
Promote professional growth and development by meeting mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements; support department goals and serve as a resource to less experienced staff.
Model Memorial Hermann service standards by creating safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences for patients and the workforce.
Perform other duties as assigned.