Education Specialist / CCU - Education - Full Time/Days - Req# 2097424194

Education Specialist / CCU - Education - Full Time/Days - Req# View phone number on click.appcast.io Antelope Valley Medical Center Location: Lancaster, California Brief Description / Job Objective The Education Specialist is a specialized nursing practice that facilitates the professional development of nursing staff and other nursing team members. They are responsible for program coordination, skills and knowledge assessment, implementation of evidence-based practice, and coordination of quality improvement initiatives. The role aligns with the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development. Major Functions Integrates advanced clinical concepts and knowledge relevant to leadership, teaching, consultation and research to improve staff orientation, retention, patient care and nursing practice. Serves as a clinical consultant and liaison to hospital supervisors, patient care associates, families, community members and schools of nursing. Provides direct patient care as necessary for educational purposes and in emergency situations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Collects data related to educational needs and other pertinent situations, defining potential issues and needs. Uses analytical models and assessment tools to facilitate problem solving. Applies current technologies for comprehensive assessment of individual and organizational needs. Prioritizes teaching skills and knowledge development needs, working with unit leaders to implement a coordinated development plan. Evaluates learning needs of nursing staff based on changes in processes, workflow, equipment, and hospital policy using evidence‑based practice. Utilizes appropriate metrics to demonstrate improvement in patient care via clinical indicators, statistical data, core measures, risk management data, patient and staff surveys, and peer‑reviewed resources. Implements strategies and techniques to achieve positive learning and practice environments. Improves staff skills and knowledge through a collaborative education model. Enhances staff job satisfaction and retention through mentoring programs, clinical preceptorship and efficient teaching modalities. Participates in teaching and training of nursing staff, maintaining and enhancing staff skills across the institution. Incorporates high‑reliability concepts into skills and knowledge development and promotes patient safety and evidence‑based practice. Collaboratively evaluates and modifies staff skills and knowledge assessment practices. Integrates teaching, consultation, leadership and research to influence plans and effect change. Provides consultation recommendations and involves relevant stakeholders in planned changes. Establishes consultative relationships to enhance professional development and mentorship. Develops and implements recommendations and strategies for complex problems. Selects and implements valid and reliable instruments and metrics to measure processes and outcomes. Revises program and teaching methods based on data evaluation and disseminates results to supervisors. Develops and maintains personal competencies to support electronic health records, documentation systems, and other patient care technologies. Participates in advanced training to become a subject‑matter expert in clinical documentation systems. Engages in planning prior to workflow or process changes. Provides new‑hire, orientation, renewal, and enhancement training related to systems, forms, and downtime procedures. Periodically reviews and re‑instructs staff in documentation standards specific to their units. Non‑Essential Duties Copying, faxing. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge Appreciation of mathematical concepts and their application to practical situations. Understanding of California Nurse Practice Act, Scope and Standards of Practice, and Code of Ethics in alignment with hospital policy. Knowledge of the Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development. Familiarity with Nursing Sensitive Indicators and special needs of age‑specific groups. Knowledge of legal and regulatory aspects of care and relevant legal documents. Knowledge of Patient Rights. Skills Adapts concepts to practical application. Analyses and interprets scientific journals and regulatory requirements. Applies the nursing process and effective decision‑making in care planning. Manages time to provide excellent patient care. Uses all necessary equipment safely and effectively. Stays current with nursing practices, procedures, and care plans. Exhibits strong problem‑solving, time‑management, and organizational skills. Prepares clear reports and recommendations after thorough analysis. Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing. Abilities Coordinating educational programs. Planning and overseeing orientation for new employees. Assessing clinical skills of employees. Developing written documents such as orientation checklists, policies, procedures, and competency tools. Training staff on caring for and operating area‑specific equipment. Defining problems by collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions. Interpreting technical instructions presented in mathematical or diagrammatic form. Providing high‑level customer satisfaction and compassionate communication with patients and families. Working collaboratively as a team player. Maintaining effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and hospital staff. Following direction, accepting constructive criticism, and prioritizing workflow organization. Performing under pressure, stress, and varying conditions while meeting time constraints. Core Competencies Accountability Action Oriented Customer Focused Compassion Effective Communication Teamwork Ethics & Values Integrity & Trust Education and Experience Education Required: Graduate of a school of nursing and enrolled in a BSN (or higher) program. Preferably a Bachelor of Science in nursing or higher level education. Experience Required: Minimum of 3 years continuous recent clinical experience, with at least 2 years in the specialty area assigned (e.g., NICU, Pediatrics, Labor & Delivery, etc.). Maintenance of relevant specialty certifications is required. Desired: 5 years clinical experience, including preceptor/mentor experience with nursing students or orientations, adult teaching experience, and knowledge of quality indicators and metrics for improving outcomes. Required Licensure and Certifications Current California Registered Nursing license BCLS required Unit‑specific specialty certification preferred Key Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Detailed physical requirements are documented in the Employee Health Department. #J-18808-Ljbffr SupportFinity™