Sr Admin Asst

In collaboration with Clinical Management and interdisciplinary staff members participates in assessment of educational needs of clinical and non - clinical staff; evaluates effectiveness of curricula through analyses of class participation, feedback and written tests; participates in workshops designed for career advancement of nursing staff; instructs staff of all levels in orientation and other programs; supervises learning experiences of staff in programs; acts as a role model to nursing and health care staff by demonstrating and teaching professional behaviors; protects human and civil rights of patients and or clients and staff; performs related duties as required, and will be called upon to work some nights or weekends depending on the educational needs of the organization.

Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred. If not yet obtained, the Nursing Professional Development Practitioner must enroll in an accredited Bachelor of Science program in Nursing within six months and provide ongoing verification of newly completed credits on a semester-to-semester basis as a condition of continued employment in the role. In addition, five years experience in an acute care setting will be required of candidates without a completed Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
however completion of a Bachelor's of Nursing (BSN) with a Master's in Nursing, Education, Business, or another related Master's degree will substitute for the RN license. ANCC certification in Nursing Continuing Education/Staff development preferred. Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of nursing in appropriate specialty serviced, Beginning knowledge of teaching, counseling and evaluation principles and techniques. beginning computer, research and data management skills; basic understanding of regulatory body standards, New Mexico Board of Nursing and Continuing Education Board requirements.
Two years teaching experience in nursing and five years experience as an RN in an acute care setting.
If a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, an additional 5 years experience in an acute care setting is required. Teaching experience may be unit based; NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Bloodborne pathogen C: In and/or near patient care setting 70%: general office or classroom setting 30%
Moving educational equipment and supplies as needed for classes.