Nursing Educator

Overview

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning, implementing, teaching and evaluating specific components of the Nursing Professional Development Staff Development and Patient Education program for the Nursing Department. Plans and implements Nursing Orientation and continuing education programs. Participates as a team member in developing Nursing Service policies and procedures. Collaborates with the Nursing management team in assessing nursing staff educational needs. Designs educational offerings with realistic behavioral objectives based on assessed learner needs which are consistent with goals, objectives and standards of Nursing Service and accrediting/licensing organizations. Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs and courses as measured against established goals. Acts as liaison to vendors providing in-service education on new equipment to be used in the clinical setting. Acts as a role model and internal consultant evidenced by maintaining and enhancing clinical and educational competency. Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with Nursing staff and other departments. Maintains relationship with regional professional organizations that support Nursing Service continuing education.

Qualifications

Registered Professional Nurse currently licensed in the State of New York. Masters Degree in Nursing Education required. Minimum 5 years progressive experience in acute care hospital setting. Good understanding of MS Windows (Word, Excel, Power Point & Outlook). American Heart Association BLS Instructor status preferred.