Specialty Clinical Nurse Educator - Emergency Department

Augusta Health•Fishersville, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department Clinical Nurse Educator functions in the role of clinician, educator, and researcher in the Emergency Department. In collaboration with the unit director, nurse managers, nursing staff and medical providers, the Emergency Department Clinical Nurse Educator monitors the clinical care of patients and provides clinical support to improve patient care and patient outcomes through evidence-based practice.

Requirements

Current and valid Registered nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or from a state that is part of a Compact agreement with Virginia
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or obtain in 24 months upon hire
Minimum of 3 years as a Registered Nurse in an Emergency Department setting
Annual education and competencies as required per hospital certifications.
HIPAA - appropriately manages Protected Health Information (PHI).
Personal Protective Equipment - when appropriate.
Safe Patient Handling devices - to minimize risk of injury.
Maintains calm and safe approach within the work environment towards those that display violent or aggressive behavior.
Must possess written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate clinical expertise in nursing practice and knowledge of adult learning principles.
Demonstrate interest in professional associations and other sources of career and knowledge development.
Demonstrate ability to effectively work with individuals and groups.
Demonstrate self-direction, creativity, intellectual curiosity, and accountability.