Clinical Educator - Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Clinical Educator - Full Time

RETENTION BONUS ELIGIBLE!

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Educator owns the design, implementation and outcomes of hospital-wide clinical programs, non-clinical education, and accountability to the education component of regulatory and quality initiatives. has responsibility for development of education programs to include assessing, organizing, coordinating, implementing, instructing and evaluating specific educational programs for clinical staff. This position acts as a clinical resource for nursing/clinical departments.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing required, Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of five years nursing experience and two years teaching and curriculum development experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Nevada. Current BLS and ACLS certification.

*A.H.A. BLS and ACLS Instructor Certification required within 90 days.

Other:

Must possess effective communication skills, ability to relate well with people, problem solve and to motivate others.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Independently implements and sustains hospital-wide programs with accountability to outcomes.

• “Gatekeeper” for annual requirements, meeting with each manager to tailor needs
• AHA BLS and ACLS
• WNC Clinical site for nursing students
• RN apprentice program
• New grad program with JANE AI component

1. Collaborates with leadership team, recommending best practices and latest standards for education.

• Ability to work with managers and directors for updated policy and practice guidelines independently.

1. Accountable for Joint Commission readiness and education standard preparation and sustainment.
2. Demonstrates a commitment to education as a methodology for promoting continuous improvement in the delivery of quality patient care.
3. Assists department managers in the development, implementation, and evaluation of ongoing education programs which ensure quality nursing care consistent with the hospital’s mission.
4. Develops, coordinates, and maintains Clinical Orientation Day for designated clinical team members (RNs).

• Coordinates/offers ECG classes, as needed.

1. Develops, provides and maintains C.E. home studies in area(s) of practice to be made available through the Education Department as needed. Maintains active CEU provider status.
2. Provides continuing education programs for all nursing departments in accordance with the individual departmental needs.
3. Maintains the status of A.H.A. program coordinator for BLS and ACLS.
4. Serve as consultant to managers and employees as needed, especially related to competency-based education.
5. Supervises and evaluates conduct and skills of students assigned to specific staff development programs.
6. Demonstrates working knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, including C.E. regulations.
7. Utilizes the research process in program development.
8. Utilizes appropriate resources to maintain a current knowledge base in areas of responsibilities.
9. Oversees Preceptor Program development and maintenance.

• Offers preceptor classes for qualified team members, as needed.

1. Facilitates and coordinates in-service programs as needed.
2. Coordinates and conducts departmental/interdepartmental mock codes annually.
3. Supports Education Coordinator as secondary RQI administrator, General Orientation facilitator.
4. Collaborates with clinical departments to conduct annual nursing skills fair.
5. Collaborate with administrative and clinical personnel to identify the learning needs of each department and their clinical staff.
6. Daisy Program Coordinator.
7. Clinical Ladder Program Coordinator, under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
8. RN Apprentice Program Coordinator.
9. New Graduate RN Residency Program Coordinator.

• Jane AI platform administrator.

COMPLIANCE/EDUCATION DOCUMENTATION:

Follows the hospital Infection Control policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective barrier equipment.
• Ensure safe environment by instituting appropriate control measures.
• Performs hand hygiene according to policies and procedures.
• Utilizes universal precautions.

Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure.

• Actively pursues new developments in education and training methodology and participates in activities that contribute to professional growth and development.
• Attend staff meetings according to department policy.
• Attends sponsored training programs as required by department.
• Practices within legal boundaries and according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Attend continuing education programs in order to maintain licensure.

• Demonstrates willingness to identify and/or assume activities relative to the developmental needs of the department.
• Demonstrates dependability/flexibility in meeting scheduling needs of the department and hospital.
• Accepts assignments as preceptor for new staff; assumes other duties as necessary.

BENEFITS: If you are scheduled to work part-time at least 20 hours per week and full-time at least 32 hours per week, you are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.

• RETENTION BONUS ELIGIBLE!
• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE!
• NO STATE INCOME TAX
• Hometown Health Medical, EyeMed Vision, Guardian Dental and Flexible Spending Account.
• Vanguard 401(k) with match.
• Employer paid Care Flight Membership for your household (full-time employees) (A Division of REMSA).
• Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
• Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term & Long Term Disability).
• Earned Time Off, Sick Leave and Paid Holidays.
• Nevada 529 College Fund.
• Unum Employee Assistance Program.
• Employer paid Credit monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Clinical Ladder* & HRSA Loan Repayment Program* (*for qualifying positions).
• Priority Childcare Enrollment with the Boys and Girls Club of Western NV for ages 9 months+.
• Paid Volunteer Hours for staff to help in the community.
• and More...

CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE

"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024 & 2025!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!