What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Educator position at Salem Hospital?
Responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs for nursing staff within the hospital. This role aims to enhance clinical skills, promote best practices, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Design and develop educational programs and curricula tailored to the needs of nursing staff, covering clinical procedures, patient care protocols, technological advancements, and regulatory compliance.
-Conduct educational sessions, workshops, and in-service training to enhance nursing staff knowledge, skills, and competencies, utilizing various teaching methodologies and resources.
-Facilitate orientation programs for new nursing hires, introducing them to hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care.
-Organize and promote continuing education opportunities for nursing staff, encouraging ongoing professional development, and facilitating access to relevant training resources.
-Evaluate and assess the clinical skills and competencies of nursing staff, providing constructive feedback and creating individual development plans where needed.
-Ensure nursing staff compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices through education, training, and audits.
-Work collaboratively with nursing leadership, department heads, and other healthcare professionals to align educational initiatives with organizational goals and quality improvement efforts.
-Maintain accurate records of educational programs, attendance, evaluations, and staff competencies, providing reports as required by regulatory bodies and hospital administration.
Education
Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Nursing preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
Clinical nursing experience 3-5 years required and Nurse or health training or educator experience 2-3 years preferred. Experience in Med-Surg, Critical Care, Procedural, ED, and/or Mother/Baby.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in curriculum development, instructional design, and adult learning principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead and motivate others, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Familiarity with healthcare technologies and learning management systems is often preferred.
- Capacity to adapt to changing healthcare practices and regulations.
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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