SUPV-CLINICAL NURSE LIAISON

Sparrow • Lansing, MI

5d

About The Position

Leads effectively to elevate nursing practice to optimize outcomes within the Sparrow Clinical Education Team. Ensures on-going nursing (RNs, techs, sitters) competence, facilitates nursing professional development including nursing continuing education (NCE) and enhances quality of nursing care. Supports performance/process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiencies while partnering with caregivers to enhance the quality of nursing care.

Requirements

• Current State of Michigan license – RN
• At least 5 years of experience working in an Emergency Department or Critical Care environment with nurses, providers and/or other allied health professionals.
• Demonstrates experience in organizing the structure and resources to efficiently and effectively achieve the defined goals and objectives.
• Experience with teaching to groups of all sizes
• Understanding of LEAN principles as well as quality improvement initiatives
• Previous preceptor experience
• Demonstrated working experience with information technology in an education or healthcare setting and knowledge of clinical systems and programs.
• Leadership/managerial experience or a graduate program
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of products, particularly Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication skills, and an ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely, organized, confident and professional manner.
• A high level of reliability and confidentiality, and the ability to effectively coordinate and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Must be self-directed, flexible and serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of the Sparrow Hospitals Customer Service & Behavioral Standards of Performance.
• An ability to educate and communicate clear expectations of the policies, processes, protocols, and accreditation standards for those learning at Sparrow.
• Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient rights, organizational confidentiality, HIPAA Security procedures & protocols as defined under the HIPAA Privacy and Security Procedures

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Nursing and/or DNP is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate records of clinical education activities, policies, and procedures as applicable, work instructions and other compliance-related documents, maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of clinical education and professional development.
• Designs, instructs and evaluates educational programs as applicable
• Participates in the oversight of the preparation of clinical orientations, records, and reports
• Recommends actions and follow up regarding clinical education, accreditation readiness for the hospital, and clinical practice related issues.
• Facilitates problem resolution and evaluates the effectiveness of services for onboarding.
• Create an environment that encourages teamwork and creativity in the development and delivery of all services
• Participates in strategic planning and budgeting activities to align with ongoing NPD, nursing quality, and nursing education activities
• Recruits, selects, and retains qualified Caregivers
• Policy development based on Evidence-Based Practice
• Update protocols and integrate into web-based PPM
• Monitor Caregivers performance: provide orientation guidance, coaching and recognition
• Oversees the coordinating, developing, and revising of orientations to meet the needs of new Nursing Caregivers
• Approves Nursing educational modules designed for placement on the My Learning System (LMS)
• Represents the Clinical Education Department on designated committees and teams
• Leads or assists with system wide initiatives as directed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees