Clinical Education Specialist

Full-Time Day Shift RN Clinical Educator

Position in our Oncology Services. Experience in medical oncology required.

About The Job

The RN Clinical Educator demonstrates expertise in a specialty area, through the provision of education and support, to guide quality patient care, professional growth, and competence of the nursing staff.

What You'll Do

• Implement an assessment process to determine learning needs; utilize strategies that incorporate principles of adult learning to strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving abilities of the learner.
• Create and oversee the implementation of educational activities including in services, competencies, orientation, and continuing education materials.
• Evaluate outcomes of learning, identifying strategies for modification as appropriate.
• Support lifelong learning by advising/mentoring nurses and nursing students as they pursue education and professional nursing advancement.
• Incorporate evidence-based learning into educational activities and practice.
• Facilitate optimal patient outcomes through education and consultation at the bedside.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and other health team members when responding to clinical practice issues.
• Participate in new product evaluation; recommend and evaluate new products designed to improve patient outcomes.
• Use effective communication skills, supporting departmental and organizational goals and influencing change processes.
• Demonstrate leadership on a professional level, maintaining appropriate competencies and involvement in activities internal and external to the organization.

What You'll Need

Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. Must be continuously enrolled in a master’s degree in nursing, with a focus in education preferred, program and must obtain degree within five (5) years of appointment in role.

Current license in the State of New Hampshire as a Registered Nurse required. Certification in area of specialty required within twenty-four (24) months from date of hire.

A minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience with a specialty focus on Oncology. Prior teaching experience preferred.

What Elliot Health System Has to Offer

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Programs up to $4000 a year
• Tuition discount programs at multiple schools
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, match and Company Core Contributions.
• Multiple onsite gym locations with FREE access for employees (plus yoga, personal training and more)