Clinical Education Specialist NICU

Job Family: Professional - Clinical Full/Part Time: Full Time Shift/Days: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Department: Nurse Education Organization: UF Health Jacksonville

Overview

Utilizes a global perspective when assessing educational needs toward the development and implementation of curriculum for hospital-wide programs. Performs outcomes analysis of current programs to determine needed modifications to content to enhance patient outcomes, staff performance, clinical competence and professional development. Teaches, develops and mentors through a broad range of activities that lead to the development and implementation of a professional practice model. Leads in the planning, implementation and evaluation of new systems/processes as they impact staff competency in the delivery of patient centered care. Facilitates an environment that values and enhances research, knowledge and professional development.

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups. Required Education: Master's Degree Preferred Education: Certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Necessary Skills: Proven experience setting the strategic direction of competency-based learning in multi-disciplinary health care units. Ability to produce effective program development, assessment lesson plans and learning objectives. Proven organizational, proactive and independent work methods. Seasoned verbal, written and influence-based communication skills. Proven knowledge and experience integrating and implementing adult teaching principles. Required Licensure/Certifications: - Licensed to practice nursing in the state of Florida - BLS - Professional Certifications required within one year of hire. - Certification as required for assigned units. Required Experience: 1-2 years - Formal or informal teaching experience -AND- 2-4 years - Clinical Specialty. Preferred Experience: NRP, PALS, BLS/ACLS Instructor preferred per clinical area.