Acute Care Nurse Educator

Job ID: LP_00020745-2656154 Job Summary The Nurse Educator assists the Patient Care Managers in the provision of quality patient care by ensuring the clinical competence of nursing staff. The Nurse Educator collaborates with the Nursing Professional Development Specialist and Clinical Nurse Specialist to develop, deliver, and evaluate education and training for staff on the unit. Responsibilities include developing and teaching orientation, in‑services, and continuing education programs, utilizing current nursing research and focusing on the knowledge and skills required to care for patients in the assigned area, quality improvement issues, and accreditation/licensing requirements. The Nurse Educator consults with Managers, Clinical Nurse Specialist and Staff regarding patient care and staff performance issues, participates in setting standards for patient care, and maintains knowledge and skills in the clinical area to which assigned. Essential Functions Gathers data from a variety of sources (such as needs assessments, quality reports, etc.) to determine learning needs of staff on the unit, and identifies desired outcomes of learning activities. Promotes quality patient care by serving as a resource to nurse managers to meet bedside staff education and training needs. Plans, prepares and maintains materials for use in educational programs for accuracy and relevance to the target audience. Develops, implements, and evaluates cost‑effective educational programs for staff and/or patients and families in the assigned area or population. Teaches in both formal and informal settings using appropriate methodology and strategies. Incorporates principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of education programs. Develops/coordinates core education to address patient population specific nursing care. Delivers competence‑based programs for nursing staff with a focus upon improvement of skills and retention of knowledge. Incorporates clinical research in education and training programs to provide a scientific foundation for professional nursing practice. Evaluates the effectiveness of educational programming. Ensures that educational programs are congruent with organizational missions, values, and goals. Identifies specific needs for, and means to, enhance nurse professional development. Maintains clinical competency in clinical specialty. Promotes a safe and healthy work environment. Serves as a role model to promote excellence and safety; role models professional nursing practice and promotes the concept of lifelong learning. Integrates ethical principles in all aspects of practice. Qualifications Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying. Education Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university required. Employees hired into this position before January 15, 2017 will not be required to obtain a MSN (Master's degree in Nursing). Incumbents hired into this position after January 15, 2017, must be enrolled in an accredited Masters of Science (MSN) in Nursing Education program or Master in Education (MED) and receive the Master's degree within five (5) years of job acceptance. Or a Master's degree in Nursing and completion of a graduate nursing education certificate from an accredited institution within three (3) years of job acceptance. Experience Three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse in a clinical setting. License / Certification Registered Nurse by California Board of Registered Nursing Basic Life Support by American Heart Association (AHA) or RQI Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support Knowledge Knowledge of the American Nurses Association Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development in teaching/learning activities. Computer skills: MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to adjust communications to fit the needs and level of understanding of the receiver. Ability to function effectively as a team player. Ability to manage time and prioritize effectively. Ability to speak, read, write, and understand effectively at a level appropriate for the job. Physical Requirements The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range. Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $82.98 to $103.73 Equal Employment Opportunity Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr