Clinical Nurse Educator III, Birthing Center

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Organization:

MMC-Memorial Medical Center

Position Overview:

Coordinates and performs educational activities that promote the competency and development of Sutter Health's nursing staff, including orientation, competency validation, in-service, and continuing education. Assesses, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates nursing educational programs in response to health care demands, trends, identified learning needs, department goals, quality improvement measures, risk management, regulatory changes, and compliancy criteria. Designs educational offerings (courses, simulations, programs) using processes and methodologies that incorporate the principles of adult education and learning styles. Directs the delivery of education for nursing orientation, conducts competency assessments, facilitates ongoing development, and establishes courses and programs based on annual needs assessments and educational compliancy requirements. Delivers education activities that validate, develop, maintain and enhance the knowledge and skills of nursing staff. Maintains educational and competency records in compliance with hospital, Department of Healthcare Services (DHS), Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD), The Joint Commission (TJC), and the Institute for Medical Quality (IMQ) standards.

Job Description :

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

TRAINING.

• Participates in the development, implementation and delivery of centralized education offerings (skill modules, self-study series, interactive online courses, audio-visual aides, etc.) that meet staff and/or patient needs, including

• Orientation for new hires or travelers

• Competency assessment/validation/ development programs like

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

• Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

• Training for new or updated protocols, policies, processes or equipment

• Clinical practice in-services

• Continuing education

• Community health

• Programs mannequins to run high-fidelity medical simulation scenarios that facilitate and reinforce training concepts.

• Routinely reviews and updates teaching materials and presentation(s) to reflect new information, integrate comments from class evaluation forms, incorporate patient’s feedback, address student’s needs, and achieve diversity (age appropriate, culturally sensitive, etc.) while realizing department goals and objectives.

• Implements educational programs and classes using learning modalities that maximize resources while maintaining participant interest.

• Provides training support, including materials (created or purchased), programming high-fidelity simulators, securing equipment and rooms, scheduling, analyzing and reporting class evaluations, and documenting attendance.

• Participates in the selection, training, and ongoing development of clinical preceptors.

• Presents training feedback to new hire’s supervisor, collaborates to develop corrective action plan (if necessary), and delivers proof of training to Human Resources (HR) and certification/licensing agency per established compliance procedures.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT.

• Serves as the technical expert for programming and running patient simulation scenarios, including staging the modules to progress through the training based on each employee’s answers.

• Creates well designed, engaging presentations in collaboration with clinical educators.

• Develops and maintains the department website, ensuring programming and content meet Sutter Health’s, the department’s and legal requirements.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT.

• Works collaboratively to develop and implement new programs, classes, and educational materials based on learning needs assessments, class evaluations, technical advancements, organizational priorities, and other informational sources.

• Assists in the development and revision of training materials to accurately reflect changes in organizational guidelines, procedures, protocols, and local/state/federal regulations related to patient care.

• Participates and facilitates the development, implementation, and dissemination of new policies, procedures, products, programs, documentation forms, and any planned changes in clinical practice protocols.

• Functions as a clinical resource for nursing staff, students, and faculty.

• Pursues professional development through continuing education and adult learning principles.

COMPLIANCE.

• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of on-going clinical competency, including providing assessments, classroom or in-service instruction, on-site follow-up, and support.

• Partner with departments to check, monitor, and resolve safety and regulatory issues, in addition to developing corrective action plans to minimize or eliminate future occurrences.

• Complies with all laws and regulations that govern the healthcare industry and adheres to the principles of evidence-based practice for quality patient care.

• Maintains professional certification/competency in the area of expertise, while building expertise and knowledge, including

• Attending a minimum one workshop in area of expertise.

• Maintaining membership in at least one professional nursing organization related to area of expertise.

• Maintains current knowledge of and is compliant with all State and Joint Commission requirements related to staff orientation, competence and ongoing development, annual review, etc.

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RN-Registered Nurse of California

• OR CNS-Clinical Nurse Specialist

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

• OR ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support

• OR PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support

• OR CNOR-Certified Perioperative Nurse

• OR NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Broad knowledge of clinical nursing, including current trends, safety precaution policies, equipment, electronic healthcare records (EHR) management software, accrediting agency standards, and local/state/federal regulations.

• Working understanding of adult teaching/learning theories and program assessment, program design, promotion and marketing implementation and evaluation processes.

• General knowledge of the scope of practice, evidence-based practices, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the Patients’ Bill of Rights.

• Attention to detail with time management and organization skills with the ability to work with a high degree of initiative and independence.

• Possesses solid written and public speaking skills, including the ability to clearly and professionally explain medical, technical, or sensitive information to diverse audiences.

• Intermediate knowledge of word processing, presentation, and email software, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook, in addition to a working understanding of Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe Captivate, HealthStream and Epic, and an aptitude for learning new programs.

• Work independently, as well as be part of a team, while demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Prioritize and delegate assignments under varied and urgent conditions while working within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

• Identify and solve complex problems based on the analysis of multiple sources of information while providing new perspectives on existing solutions.

• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).

• Develop collaborative relationships with various groups internally and externally, including clinical and support staff, other departments, management, Sutter Health clinical nurse educators, college staff, regional CPR training program coordinators, and regulatory agencies to coordinate educational needs and ensure compliance.

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Full Time

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Occasionally

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $72.08 to $94.42 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.