Strong West Emergency NPD Specialist

University of Rochester•Town of Clarkson, NY

8d•$92,061 - $119,704

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. GENERAL PURPOSE: Completes defined scope and standards of practice. Engages in environmental scanning to identify practice gaps and collaborates with others in improving practice and healthcare outcomes. Functions as a learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty, and partner for practice transitions. Supports learning, change, professional role competence and growth, which ultimately lead to optimal patient care, population health, and protection of the public. FT position available, flexible hours including some off shifts to meet educational needs of the department. Great opportunity to join a supportive, caring, and cohesive team. Provide education to nurses who care for patients across the age spectrum in a fast-paced collaborative environment. Will assess, design/develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs, assuring all regulatory requirements are met. Will provide educational resources, leadership, and PFCC support for Emergency services. Must have a strong clinical base as well as an interest/background in quality assurance, care management, orientation, continuing education, and safety. The main areas of focus will be the Nurse Residency program for Strong West and the EM FLEX Team, as well as orientation, in-services, competency development, documentation, and clinical improvement projects. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must. Emergency or Med-Surg experience preferred. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Requirements

MS, 3-5 years of acute care experience, and an active New York State RN license in good standing.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must.

Nice To Haves

Emergency or Med-Surg experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Completes defined scope and standards of practice.
Engages in environmental scanning to identify practice gaps and collaborates with others in improving practice and healthcare outcomes.
Functions as a learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty, and partner for practice transitions.
Supports learning, change, professional role competence and growth, which ultimately lead to optimal patient care, population health, and protection of the public.
Provide education to nurses who care for patients across the age spectrum in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
Assess, design/develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs, assuring all regulatory requirements are met.
Provide educational resources, leadership, and PFCC support for Emergency services.
Provide education to nurses who care for patients across the age spectrum in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
Assess, design/develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs, assuring all regulatory requirements are met.
Provide educational resources, leadership, and PFCC support for Emergency services.
The main areas of focus will be the Nurse Residency program for Strong West and the EM FLEX Team, as well as orientation, in-services, competency development, documentation, and clinical improvement projects.