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SalaryPOSITION SUMMARY:
The Clinical Educator has responsibility for development of education programs to include assessing, organizing, coordinating, implementing, instructing and evaluating specific educational programs for all staff. This position acts as a clinical resource for nursing/clinical departments.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of five years nursing experience and two years teaching and curriculum development experience preferred.
- Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Nevada.
- Current BLS and ACLS certification. *A.H.A. BLS and ACLS Instructor Certification required within 90 days.
- Must possess effective communication skills, ability to relate well with people, problem solve and to motivate others.
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Demonstrates a commitment to education as a methodology for promoting continuous improvement in the delivery of quality patient care.
2. Assists department managers in the development, implementation and evaluation of ongoing education programs which ensure quality nursing care consistent with the hospital’s mission.
3. Develops, provides and maintains C.E. home studies in area(s) of practice to be made available through Education Department as needed. Maintains active CEU provider status.
4. Provides continuing education programs for all nursing departments according to the individual departmental needs.
5. Maintains the status of A.H.A. program coordinator for BLS and ACLS.
6. Serve as consultant to managers and employees as needed, especially related to competency based education.
7. Supervises and evaluates conduct and skills of students assigned to specific staff development programs.
8. Demonstrates working knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, including C.E. regulations.
9. Utilizes the research process in program development.
10. Utilizes appropriate resources to maintain a current knowledge base in areas of responsibilities.
11. Offers preceptor classes as needed for qualified nurses. Meets with all preceptors quarterly to assess orientation program and update content as needed.
12. Conducts in-service programs as needed.
13. Collaborates with clinical departments to conduct annual nursing skills fair.
14. Collaborates with administrative and clinical personnel to identify the learning needs of each department and their clinical staff.
COMPLIANCE/EDUCATION DOCUMENTATION:
- Follows the hospital Infection Control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective barrier equipment.
- Ensures safe environment by instituting appropriate control measures.
- Performs hand hygiene according to policies and procedures.
- Utilizes universal precautions.
- Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure
- Actively pursues new developments in education and training methodology and participates in activities that contribute to professional growth and development.
- Attends staff meetings according to department policy.
- Attends sponsored training programs as required by department.
- Practices within legal boundaries and according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Attends continuing education programs in order to maintain licensure.
BENEFITS:
- NO STATE INCOME TAX
- Hometown Health Plan Medical, EyeMed Vision, Guardian Dental, Vanguard 401(k) with match.
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer paid Care Flight Membership for your household (A Division of REMSA)
- Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
- Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term & Long Term Disability)
- Earned Time Off, Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- Nevada 529 College Fund
- Unum Employee Assistance Program
- Employer paid Credit monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout
- Tuition Reimbursement
- and More...
CARSON VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE
"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021 & 2022!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!
