Clinical Educator - Emergency Department

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

WORK SHIFT: (Monday through Friday) 8am to 4:30pm, times may vary

JOB SUMMARY:

Functions in the role of the Clinical Educator for the Emergency Department. The advanced knowledge and skills required for this role include clinical expertise in evidence-based practice, collaboration, consultation, education, mentoring, and change leadership. These are essential to advance the practice of nursing and the professional development of nurses. The specialized knowledge and nursing skills are used within three major areas of focus: patients and their families, nurses and nursing practice and the organization/system. The Emergency Department Clinical Educator and the Leadership Team are partners in leading the nursing clinical practice in this area. The Educator is accountable for collaborating with members of the health care system to design, implement and measure safe, cost-effective, evidence-based care strategies. The Clinical Educator is responsible for developing and mentoring, as well as facilitating precepting of new nurses to the Emergency Department. Other responsibilities include maintaining the knowledge and practice of the experienced nursing staff and nursing support staff in the department. The Clinical Educator must maintain current professional knowledge, competencies and contribute to the advancement of the practice of Emergency Department at the unit and system level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required; Master’s degree in Nursing is preferred.

• Minimum of five (5) years of recent clinical experience in Emergency Department or current Clinical Educator for an Emergency Department.

• Current Louisiana RN License.

• Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  American Heart Association or American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check-off.

• Specialty certification desired.

• Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook required.

• Basic knowledge of adult learning principles with demonstrated competence in verbal and written communication skills.

• Interpersonal/social skills with clients, colleagues, and peers.

• Experience with Articulate 360 preferred

• Experience with administrative/course creation in a Learning Management System preferred.

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        
Constant (67%-100%) – handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching
Occasionally (1%-33%) – climbing, crawling

Contact Information:

Talent Acquisition - Human Resources

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.