Clinical Nurse Educator

MediSurg Clinical Nurse EducatorThe Clinical Nurse Educator is responsible for the initial and ongoing education and competency assessment and evaluation process within the assigned units. The Nurse Educator assists Nursing Services and provides programs and training to enhance the development of technical, psychomotor, and critical thinking domains. The Nurse Educator will maintain clinical competency in order to best assess and assist the needs of the units assigned.Orientation and CompetencyUnder the direction of the Nurse Manager for Education, and in collaboration with other Nurse Managers and Clinical Coordinators, initiate, plan, implement, and evaluate the orientation and competency program for newly employed/transferred nursing staff and current staff as necessary for assigned units and areasCollaborate with the employee, Clinical Coordinator, and preceptor to provide input and recommendations to the manager for the action plan for employees who are not making satisfactory progress toward clinical competency.Facilitate and/or provide support as needed for general nursing orientationEvaluate and maintain the competency assessment program and provide input, as needed, for annual reviews with the Nursing ManagerAdjust implementation plans as appropriate based on patient population and servicesClinical and Educational ConsultantAct as a clinical consultant for nursing staff and other clinical areas as neededResearch current evidence-based literature and practice to support growth of nursing personnelRespond to request for clinical guidance with new procedures and/or equipment within the scope of practiceProvide ongoing specialty skills review for staff and maintain appropriate recordsDevelop and implement initiatives and projects to meet education and clinical needsPromote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practicesMaintain sufficient bedside presence in order to adequately assess the needs of the unit as well as provide support to staffEducation and ExperienceMinimum Required Education: MSN, or BSN with completion of eligible MSN program within 2 years.Experience: 3+ years in an inpatient acute care facility and in an area of specialty clinical responsibility.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsMinimum Required: Applicant must be licensed to work as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia or compact state. Must maintain BLS. Other certifications as required of nurses working in the clinical area assigned.Preferred to have certification in MedSurg field, or must be obtained within 2 years of hireQualificationsEducationBachelors or better in Nursing.Masters or better in Nursing.ExperienceRequired 3 years: Inpatient acute care facility experienceLicenses & CertificationsBasic Life SavingRegistered NurseEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.