Under the general direction of The Director of Clinical Practice and Professional Development and in collaboration with the nurse manager of the assigned unit(s), the Clinical Nurse Educator functions as one of the unit’s clinical leadership team, in the coordination of patient care, clinical practice, professional development, patient safety, patient satisfaction and quality outcomes. Included in the essential job function of monitoring quality outcomes is real time assessment of outcomes and feedback to the staff along with basic collection of quality data to be integrated into an aggregate analysis. The Clinical Nurse Educator is responsible for providing the educational resources necessary to prepare and maintain the competencies of the unit based direct care staff for the provision of safe, quality patient care, in accordance with Hospital policy and standards. They contribute to increasing Nursing’s body of knowledge and improving standards of nursing care. The Clinical Nurse Educator collaborates with other health care professionals in coordinating patient-focused care that is seamless, cost effective and outcome oriented. The Clinical Nurse Educator is a visible nurse leader whom patient care staff can approach for clinical guidance, support, and education to enhance patient outcomes and professional development.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum of 5-10 years of current clinical experience.
- Proficiency in communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Demonstrated experience in clinical teaching.
- Knowledge of evidence-based clinical research current findings and resources
- Knowledge of process improvement strategies
- Demonstrated ability and effective organizational skills to coordinate and manage projects/departmental initiatives.
- Experience with data collection and interpretation of quality performance measures
- Ability to function and multi-task in a dynamic environment.
- Computer skills include email, Outlook, Microsoft Office, and presentation applications such as PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
Essential Job Functions:
- Proficiency in communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Demonstrated experience in clinical teaching.
- Knowledge of evidence-based clinical research current findings and resources
- Knowledge of process improvement strategies
- Demonstrated ability and effective organizational skills to coordinate and manage projects/departmental initiatives.
- Experience with data collection and interpretation of quality performance measures
- Ability to function and multi-task in a dynamic environment.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Age and Diversity Related Criteria:
Consistently treats patients, colleagues, and visitors with dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics, and cultures.
Ability to Fulfill Job Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations, and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, and with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical Demands:
Must possess sound dexterity and visual acuity. Requires mental alertness, stamina to work in a fast-paced environment or in emergency situations. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach without restriction. Ability to lift between 25 and 50 pounds using good body mechanics. Must be able to push heavy equipment, stretchers, and wheelchairs. May be exposed to all patient care elements within the hospital setting. Must meet annual safety training requirements. Risks of exposure: BFEs, electrical, mechanical and chemical hazards, ionizing radiation. Works any assigned shift within a 24-hour day. Works within hospital policies and procedures to minimize/prevent risk of exposure.
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