Transport Outreach Educator

Driscoll Children's Hospital•Corpus Christi, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transport Outreach Educator provides education to DCH referral centers and outlying facilities in accordance with their needs. The role also involves identifying and producing educational materials to support public relations and communication with DCH customers, specifically addressing the need for neonatal and pediatric services with potential transport opportunities. The position operates in an environment where compassion meets innovation and technology, and employees are considered family.

Requirements

Current RN, RRT or Paramedic license in the State of Texas
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Broad knowledge of clinical functions, specific knowledge of patient care activities and knowledge of key educational processes
A minimum of five years clinical experience in pediatrics or neonate, or an industry educational background
Education and/or presentation skills
Knowledge in computer applications
Ability to operate projectors, audiovisual equipment, cameras, and other equipment used in the instruction of education
Current Texas or compact license
BLS
NRP (if applicable)
PALS (if applicable)
ACLS (if applicable)
STABLE (if applicable)
PFCCS (if applicable)
Instructor Provider status upon reaching eligibility
Certification required within 2 years of employment

Nice To Haves

Specialty Certification in clinical area and/or professional development preferred

Responsibilities

Develops, facilitates, instructs and delivers education to outside facilities
Schedules educational sessions with facilities
Prepares and coordinates presentations with DCH staff
Coordinates CEU paperwork with CPDP
Provides necessary communication and/or follow-up with facilities after educational programs
Provides regional educational brochure/catalog for education needs
Solicits Critical Care Transport Staff to assist with outreach education opportunities
Supports and promotes education to Critical Care Transport staff
Updates unit policies as needed
Updates competency check-off sheets as needed
Participates in the screening and hiring process for new employees
Supports organizational and administrative structure to achieve DCH goals
Facilitates team-building
Provides leadership to enhance the visibility of Transport and DCH to communities
Participates in self-development opportunities
Participates in departmental meetings
Completes annual educational requirements
Maintains utmost level of patient confidentiality at all times
Supports and carries out hospital policies and procedures
Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to DCH compliance and integrity guidelines