Education Facilitator RN - Associate Education - Full Time - 1st Shift

Job Summary

A professional Registered Nurse who is responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of educational needs in the assigned Unit. Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills. Contributes to the achievement of the mission and philosophy of the Organization, and to the effective operations of the Organization by demonstrating dependability in job performance. Exhibits the values of F.I.R.S.T. (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service and Trust).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates orientation for CMA.
• Responsible for education programs for clinical Associates which will establish orientation to the clinical policy and procedures.
• Promotes professional nursing and advances in nursing science through development of in-services and continuing education programs using current literature and professional knowledge or computer based education techniques. This may be accomplished through theory and research application or introduction into practice and education programs through current knowledge gained from literature, electronic data and personal educational pursuits.
• Responsible for developing clinical programs which include: (a) assessment of knowledge of the nursing process, psychomotor skills for performance of clinical procedures and psychosocial skill necessary to teach patients and families and communicate with colleagues and physicians, (b)orientation to clinical procedures, (c)validating competence in specific areas. Examples: Chest Tubes, Ports, Trachs and Moderate Sedation.
• From clinical knowledge gained through the Bachelor’s Degree or advanced certification, assesses, develops and implements programs using subject matter experts or provides personal instruction.
• Considers the age of the population served, applies knowledge of growth and development and age specific techniques through life span in planning and implementing educational offerings as needed by nursing Associates.
• Provides training for BLS, ACLS, PALS, and other specialty certifications for Nursing as assigned.
• Serves as a resource for all clinical practice and procedures. Utilizes advanced practice knowledge to assist Associates with recognition of disease problems and nursing interventions.
• Contributes to the development, maintenance and change in healthcare within the system by providing education and training to those with clinical licensure about best practice in their specialty areas. Provides individual, and group instruction using lecture group facilitation, demonstration, or other forms as required. Educates nurses in clinical practice regarding best practice as needed.
• Functions as a Facilitator to promote the excellent practice of nursing, utilizing education and skills to demonstrate care in the domains of prevention, maintenance and restoration.
• Interacts with clinical directors to identify needs and improve nursing education and practice specific to their areas.
• Develops skills check-offs when needed for new procedures in nursing.
• Helps facilitate annual Skills/Review Day.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

Works in well lighted, ventilated and air-conditioned area. Often exposed to unpleasant odors, sights and sounds. Long periods in a stationary position and positioning oneself to move heavy equipment are required. Risks exposure to disease, infection, physical strain and assault. Risks exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, radiation and anti-neoplastic agents. Work may require extended hours in an office or patient care setting.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS

Patient, family members and significant others, physicians and Associates, other health care providers, community resource personnel, administrative staff and hospital support services.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

Computer literate, excellent written oral and interpersonal skills used in negotiation and presentation.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three-five years of ED and/or varied critical care experience. Will consider a motivated candidate with five years of Med/Surg experience. Teaching experience preferred.