Brief Overview
The Clinical Simulation Educator is a professional Registered Nurse with in-depth scientific knowledge, technical expertise, skill and competency that serves as a business partner and resource in the patient care setting and supports nurse and clinical development and ongoing training initiatives. This position participates in the development of clinical education and programs that facilitate forward movement in healthcare. Acts as a change agent by suggesting new or innovative approaches based on evidence-based clinical practices that result in improvements in quality outcomes. Actively collaborates in the entire orientation/onboarding process.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN). Required
• Master's Degree Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• 5 years Direct care nursing experience. Required
• Experience precepting or mentoring clinical staff. Required
• Experience with EPIC computer system. Preferred
• Experience developing or delivering training. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates teaching/leadership skills using creativity, integrity, initiative and communication (Required proficiency)
• Demonstrates ability to use basic audiovisual skills. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to train clinical staff. (Required proficiency)
• Comfort and ease with use of technology. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required
• Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days. ALS or PALS may also be required.
• Certified Nurse Educator - NLN - Magnet Preferred
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator Preferred

What you will do

• Develops plans, presents educational activities within areas of expertise, and directly or indirectly fosters the development of competence in the learner. Act as the nurse expert and provide or coordinate education and training to nurses within the department.
• Works with intra-or interdisciplinary teams, brainstorms and problem solves and participates in educational strategic planning. Ensures that educational activities are congruent with the organization’s mission, vision and goals.
• Provides instruction according to defined course outline, utilizing principles of education appropriate to needs and age of the target population. Identifies follow-up needs of participants and facilitates meeting those needs.
• Evaluates outcomes of educational endeavors and tracks learner outcomes in line with evidence-based practice.
• Promote critical thinking among clinical staff, and show commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.
• Supports the organization’s Nurse Residency Program through development and delivery of education throughout the program.
• Works collaboratively with leadership and subject matter experts to understand desired performance, assess learning needs, and develop appropriate training solutions.
• Participates in orientation and ongoing educational needs as a presenter and content designer.
• Incorporates regulatory accreditation requirements into improvement projects.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining details and meeting deadlines.
• Continuously involved in identifying process and staff efficiencies within the patient care setting. Takes action to stay abreast of current and evolving learning trends, instructional methods/techniques and emerging technologies.
• Fiscal responsibility for assigned educational activities.
• Serve as a mentor to clinical staff, and identify growth opportunities and educational needs for practicing clinical staff.
• Maintain current knowledge of trends in area of expertise.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $73,486.40 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person