Nurse Educator - Urgent Role

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and conducts Continuing Education programs for clinical staff

• Conduct mandatory in-services for all staff.

• Conducts orientation program for new staff and coordinates a smooth transition to team with direct supervisors

• Follow and evaluate newly employed nursing staff after orientation period, conduct extra orientation if necessary, and recommend extension of probation, or termination as indicated

• Conduct and/or coordinator formal and informal education activities.

• Conducts on going education on EMR and new policies implemented within the organization.

• Conduct field visits with Nurses to assess competencies and provide clinical support.

• Ensure that staff attends in-services and keep track of staff attendance of in-service

• Develop and implement focused clinical studies, maintain database, and produce written reports to support conclusions.

• Coordinate with the Quality Department on Infection Control for updates and current practice to ensure all staff are educated

• Develop and implement annual nurse competency assessment program

• Contribute to the development and revision of clinical policies and procedures, educational and training materials.

• Participate in Quality Assessment activities including chart audits, vendor audits, and environmental safety.

• Participate in performance improvements project and committee

• Participate in special activities of the department and institutional as assigned.

• Assist in nursing staff recruitment by interviewing and recommending applicants for employment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor of Sciences in Nursing; Masters Degree Preferred

• Experience: 5+ years or more experience conducting training classes or an Education Coordinator in healthcare facility.

• License/Registration: New York State Registered Nurse License

• Other: Candidate must have excellent written and computer skills.

Weekly Hours: 40

Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM | Monday - Friday