Registered Nurse (RN), Clinical Nurse Educator

Company Description

At Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.

Job Description

Plans, implements and evaluates educational programs for specified area(s); in collaboration with Nurse Manager and utilizing information from strategic priorities assesses. Utilizes the Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development to develop educational offerings. Serves as a resource and coordinator of education for assigned area(s) of responsibility. Creates a supportive environment to promote a strong learning culture.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR THE JOB :

Educator

• Responsible for meeting the learning needs of staff within assigned areas including emergent, short term, intermittent, and long range based on changes within the organization.
• In collaboration with manager(s), assesses learning needs of staff within units / departments assigned and makes recommendations for educational programs, utilizing a variety of teaching strategies and audiovisuals.
• Designs and revises educational activities to facilitate behavior change.
• Integrates cultural competence into learning activities.
• Facilitates the application of appropriate theories of nursing and other sciences including the dissemination of current information and theories necessary to improve quality patient care.
• Works in collaboration with the Professional Nursing Practice Department to complete and submit the ANA continuing education contact hour packet for educational programs offered at Shore Health System.
• Works in conjunction with unit preceptors and unit manager to develop a competency based orientation individualized to new hires assigned to unit(s) / department(s).
• Maintains a flexible schedule to meet learning needs of staff on all shifts.
• Evaluates the effectiveness and outcomes of educational endeavors.

Facilitator

Change Agent

Consultant / Clinical Expertise

Proficiently utilizes a variety of educational approaches including but not limited to : one-on-one instruction, group classes, train-the -trainer, and audio visual presentations.

Research / Evidence-Based Practice

Leadership

Qualifications

Meets licensing requirements to practice registered nursing in the State of Maryland. Minimum of 5 years clinical nursing experience. Minimum of 2 years recent acute care experience. Bachelor's degree required, Masters of Science in Nursing preferred. Meets all applicable federal, state, and local professional requirements. Certification in Basic Life Support. Operating room experience preferred.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation