RN - ICU

ICU Educator

Conducts needs assessments using a variety of strategic tools. Assists learners in the assessment of needs and identification of outcomes. Incorporates principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of education programs. Coordinates orientation of new staff to the organization. Develops/coordinates education plans related to initial and ongoing competency validation. Develops/coordinates core education to address patient population specific nursing care. Develops/coordinates core education for the development of bedside leaders. Plans, prepares, and maintains materials for use in educational programs for accuracy and relevance to the target audience. Identifies and evaluates instructional materials in all types of media and formats. Adjusts content and teaching strategies appropriate learner needs. Provides educational opportunities that benefit nurses at all stages of their career development. Delivers competence-based programs for nursing staff with a focus upon improvement of skills and retention of knowledge. Develops evidence-based educational materials.

Working hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Must be willing to differential hours work holidays, weekends and oversee the overnight shift to meet the needs of the unit.

Minimum Education/Certifications: BSN required. MSN, APRN, CNL or Clinical Nurse specialist certification in the specialty preferred. Specialty certification from a nationally recognized nursing organization in either a clinical specialty or Nursing Administration preferred or must be obtained within two years of hire. Current or compact RN licensure in the state of New Jersey. BLS, ACLS, PALS, Trainer preferred. High level of proficiency with Microsoft products, especially in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Minimum Work Experience: 3 years of nursing, clinical educator, or nursing instructor experience required. A master's degree in nursing may be substituted for 2 years of required experience.

Client Details: City East Orange State NJ