Clinical Nurse Educator - Per Diem

POSITION SUMMARY The Nurse Educator is responsible for providing education and evaluation to nursing and patient care staff on the different units throughout the hospital. In addition, this position may provide individualized direct patient care utilizing the skills and knowledge relevant to the care of patients. This position provides supervision to the Registered Nurses and ancillary personnel and reports directly to the Director of Nursing Education and Professional Development. JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing care to all assigned patients. Assumes preceptor role in orientation of nursing personnel and students on the unit when needed. Provides written documentation to nursing leadership of achieved competencies by the orientee according to the standards of care for the unit/service. Develops, implements and evaluates clinical orientation and unit specific orientation for both experienced and inexperienced nursing staff. Collaborates with Patient Care Leadership to plan in‑service programs, conferences and lectures, thereby encouraging the continued development of nursing staff. Collaborates with Patient Care Leadership to develop and educate nursing staff (including technical skills and use of equipment) utilizing verbalization and return demonstration to assure successful completion and achievement of competencies. Identifies and documents nursing staff’s learning needs assessment, learner objectives, and the context of programs, resources, and methods of evaluation used. Provides ongoing instruction of technical skills and equipment in accordance to the hospital policies and procedures to all nursing staff. Monitors the quality of nursing care rendered and the documentation of the nursing process through direct interaction with nursing staff members and their assigned patients and families. Coordinates delivery of patient care by all health professionals by actively sharing knowledge and ideas with hospital leadership. Attends and participates in committees with physicians, administrators and nursing related to the clinical area. Represents and clarifies the needs of the nursing staff and the patient population. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS At least five years post‑licensure acute care experience in nursing. Graduation from a National League of Nursing Accredited School of Nursing. Current license to practice as a registered nurse in New York State. Current BLS provider certification from the American Heart Association. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Two years of experience in area of specialization. PALS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association. Unit specific specialty certification. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position is classified by OSHA as Category 1. SPECIAL NOTES This function/position may be designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities. ANTICIPATED PAY RANGE The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck! PRE‑START REQUIREMENTS Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services. Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references. Successfully complete a 4‑panel drug screen. Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre‑employment screenings. Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s). EEO STATEMENT Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. REQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Current licensure to practice professional nursing in New York State required. Minimum 5 years nursing experience with 3 years in emergency nursing required. Current provider certification from the American Heart Association required. Current ACLS and PALS provider certification from the American Heart Association required (within 3 months of hire date). Previous teaching experience in formal/informal settings. #J-18808-Ljbffr