Clinical Ed Specialist RN II

Summary

Under general direction of nursing leadership, the Specialist RN position may be responsible for any of or a combination of the following: training, education, and quality review of respective department(s). – This position links nursing leadership with nursing care through the application of organizational and nursing service policies, procedures, and care delivery model.

The Specialist RN uses the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements to guide leadership and practice.

The Specialist RN attains knowledge and competence reflective of current nursing practice; promotes innovation and futuristic thinking by incorporating evidence based practice and research findings.

Responsibilities

(20%)* Assesses, plans, implements, maintains, and evaluates a comprehensive orientation program for all OR staff and student surgical technologists.

(20%)* Makes daily assignments for orientees with their preceptors and the OR control desk.

(20%)* Conducts formal and informal conferences with orientees on a weekly basis and evaluates their progress.

(20%)* Provides training and review sessions on various computer software used by the staff. Is the super user for the department.

(20%)* Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates educational programs for the OR staff through monthly in-services, annual training, etc.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides leadership, interprets policies and procedures, and functions as a staff nurse as needed.

P rovides input on the performance of the OR staff in conjunction with the O.R. manager, supervisor, specialty coordinators, Specialists, and Sr. staff.

Participates in quality improvement initiatives within the department and the Medical Center.

Interprets policies and procedures and functions as a staff nurse as needed.

Is responsible for maintaining lines of communication with peers, subordinates, and superiors within the OR, nursing services and other departments within the Medical Center.

Maintains high visibility in the operating room.

Promotes professional growth and development through effective leadership.

Performs coaching and counseling of employees as needed.

Coordinates and communicates with other departments educational needs that impact the operating room schedule.

Collaborates with physicians, all levels of nursing management, surgical services staff, and other departmental personnel in planning for coordinated services to the patient.

Participates on or leads Nursing Service committees as appointed by the OR manager.

Assures compliance with the regulatory agencies standards such as The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare Services (CMS), the Michigan Department of Public Health (MDPH), American Association of Medical Instruments (AAMI), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN), and International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM).

Other duties as assigned.

Certifications and Licensures

Credential: RN: Registered Nurse

Equivalent Experience:

Qualification Source: MI

Essential: true

Credential: CNOR: Peri-Operative Nurs-NCC

Equivalent Experience: Specialty Nursing Certification or Advanced Nurse Certification required within 4 years of hire or transfer to position as defined by the department leadership (new requirement added in February 2020). Incumbents as of February 2020 have until 1/1/2025 to obtain. CNOR certification by the Competency and Credentialing Institute is the designated specialty certification for this position. CNOR certification is defined as: the documented validation of the professional achievement of identified standards of practice by an individual registered nurse providing care for patients before, during and after surgery.

Qualification Source

Essential: true

Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support

Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer

Qualification Source: AHA

Essential: true

Required Education

Education: ASSOC

Equivalent Experience: Bachelor’s degree in nursing at time of hire or transfer to position preferred.

Education Specialization: NRG

Essential: true

Other Information

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of nursing practices and procedures as normally acquired through 3 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.

Knowledge of day to day activities in the operating room.

Leadership and teaching skills needed to effectively direct a group.

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

Demonstrated strong leadership organizational skills and ability to set priorities.

Perioperative Experience with 5 years First Assistant experience preferred.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)

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