Educator and Infection Preventionist (RN)

Education/Wound Nurse Coordinator (RN) Job Type: Full Time Shift: Days 40 hour weeks (Monday - Friday). Location: University Hospital Beachwood Rehab. Assumes responsibility and accountability for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of education programs including clinical orientation of new employees. Develops the annual hospital‑wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees. The wound nurse provides leadership and direction for coordination and improvement of WOC care, including development of policies and procedures, guidelines, standards of care and research. Meets all competencies required for registered nurse. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates education programs and orientation of staff, students, volunteers and contracted nursing staff. Uses independent judgement to plan, create, implement and execute training content and programs. Serves as clinical education resource on current practices and procedures within the hospital. Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs. Evaluates progress and outcomes. Communicates employee observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement and staff educational needs. Complies with regulatory and accreditation standards. Benefits Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits Flexible spending and health savings accounts Competitive Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Free Parking Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses Working with highly engaged staff Healthy staffing levels Flexible scheduling Career growth Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. Current state licensure as Registered Nurse. CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, evaluation and/or directing educational activities of clinical personnel. At least 2 years of current experience in the specialty is required. Wound Ostomy Care Nurse (WPCN) preferred. More About University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital is an inpatient rehabilitation hospital that offers exceptional care to the Beachwood community. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF and recognized in Newsweek in 2024. EEOC Statement University Hospital Beachwood Rehab is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Memorial Physician Practices