Registered Nurse Clinical Educator

Company Overview:

Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer!

Position Overview:

The Clinical Educator is responsible for the planning and provision of educational offerings for all nursing staff through supporting the foundational aspects of entry into practice, as well as continuing education of experienced staff. The Clinical Educator is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational needs and initiatives to enhance the quality of patient care. This position will work collaboratively with departmental leadership and work to continuously improve both the patient and staff experience within Cayuga Health System. The Clinical Educator effectively provides and promotes person-centered care, nursing best practices, and staff engagement in a commitment to excellence.

This position will have Cayuga Health System educational responsibilities and will primarily be based at Schuyler Hospital and with other system location responsibilities.

What you'll do:

• Identifies learning needs for the nursing organization through research including a Needs Assessment.
• Assists staff in learning computer updates relating to patient/staff education and information needs.
• Recommends orientation, training and education programs that will enhance employee performance, satisfaction and continued development.
• Uses Evidenced Based Practice to guide decisions and staff with new initiatives, practice changes and implementation
• Provide education in an organized manner to all nursing staff.

• Educate and update staff on policy changes, new equipment, and process changes within departments and the organization.

• Ensures orientation and continuing education, preparation and implementation that meet Joint Commission, NYS Department of Health Standards and certification programs.
• Participates in the development and training of new hire on boarding and orientation programs

• Acts as role model for staff in role modeling the mission and vision of the organization and the CHS Professional Practice Model

This will be a primarily M-F day shift position with the ability to flex as needed to meet the needs of the staff and the position with an estimated 32 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required
• Currently licensed in the State of New York as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Minimum of 3 years' clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing Education
• BLS, ACLS within 1 year of hire

Physical Requirements:

• Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., Use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs), including boxes, equipment, IV solutions and stooping and kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on lower shelves and to file documents in lower file drawers); sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time may be necessary; must be able physically to operate the equipment used for the job.

Travel Requirements:

• Will be required to travel between Schuyler Hospital and Cayuga Medical Center for orientation and training coverage.

At this time Cayuga Health System will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you require an accommodation, please contact Cayuga Health System at hr@cayugamed.org

Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Cayuga Health System commits to treating all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.

Cayuga Health is dedicated to our vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we strive towards our vision, we welcome the opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of employees.