Nurse Educator

3 weeks ago

Spanish Lake, Missouri, United States Bethesda Health Full time

Job Summary

Bethesda Health is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Nurse Educator to join our team. As a Nurse Educator, you will play a critical role in developing and implementing a comprehensive orientation program for all employees, with a focus on regulatory issues surrounding long-term care and Bethesda values and mission.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a Corporate-approved orientation program for all employees, emphasizing regulatory issues, Bethesda values, and mission.
Conduct General Orientation using Corporate guidelines, incorporating relevant OSHA and Federal and State regulations into the program.
Coordinate and monitor orientation activities throughout the orientation process.
Provide input into the evaluation of the orientee and recommend release from or extension of orientation based on evaluation of learning needs.
Assist with mentor programs and promote a culture of staff development by being open and encouraging about the work environment.
Develop lesson plans and conduct in-service programs, including mandatory in-services, and other programs identified by needs assessment of the staff, results of State surveys, introduction of new products, services, and technology.
Teach staff basic computer skills as related to their job duties and properly instruct staff how to access and use the online education programs as a part of the overall in-service education program.
Work closely with the Director of Nursing (DON) particularly in the promotion of teamwork and quality care issues.
Provide input into the appraisal process of staff, particularly during orientation.
Act as a resource for Managers relative to the department's orientation, in-service, and staff development needs.
Conduct the state-approved Nurse Assistant Training Program or CMT program using the directions as set forth in state regulations.
Develop and implement an ongoing infection prevention and control program to prevent, recognize, and control the onset and spread of infections in order to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment.
Establish facility-wide systems for the prevention, identification, reporting, investigation, and control of infections and communicable diseases of residents, staff, and visitors.
Develop and implement written policies and procedures in accordance with current standards of practice and recognized guidelines for infection prevention and control.
Oversee the facility's antibiotic stewardship program and resident care activities that increase risk of infection.
Lead the facility's Infection and Prevention Control Committee and develop action plans to address opportunities for improvement.
Participate on the facility's QAA Committee and implement an annual infection control risk assessment process.
Review and/or revise the facility's infection prevention and control program, its standards, policies, and procedures annually and as needed for changes to the facility assessment to ensure they are effective and in accordance with current standards of practice for preventing and controlling infections.
Provide education to staff, residents, and families (where appropriate) and ensure public health is notified of reportable diseases.
Collaborate with other departments in fulfilling requirements related to occupational health and safety.
Maintain documentation of infection prevention and control program activities and inform the DON of the individual needs of the Staff Development functions as it relates to budgeting.
Assist the DON in the assessment of needs for resident care equipment during budget preparation.
Be aware of and promote the compliance program throughout the facility and participate in the continuous quality improvement (QAPI) activities established by the organization.
Prepare concise and timely QAPI reports, as required, and develop educational programs based on needs identified through QAPI activities.
Attend local professional educator's meetings and Bethesda monthly meetings, set individual goals, and review with the DON.
Serve as a role model to the staff and actively pursue education related to job.
Keep current in nursing issues (geriatrics, management, legislative) and may be assigned other duties as appropriate.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
BSN or related baccalaureate preparation in education preferred.
Current RN license in Missouri and Illinois.
CPR/AED certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment.
Certified as a CPR instructor highly desirable.
Certified as an Instructor for the Missouri Nurse Assistant Training program and CMT instructor certification preferred.
Completed specialized training in infection prevention and control through accredited continuing education.
Minimum of five years of recent clinical nursing experience required.
Educational and supervisory/management experience preferred.
Previous experience in long-term care required.
Ability to manage time and organize daily schedule to meet productivity standards.
Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other programs such as EMR.
Possesses integrity, initiative, and loyalty.
Must possess good communication skills and demonstrates ability to teach adults.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary.
Ability to transfer and move residents who vary with ability to assist weighing 200+lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary.
Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance as necessary.
Manual dexterity, coordination, and skillful use of hands when working with residents and equipment.
Ability to perform necessary documentation.
Visual acuity.
Must be able to manage a diversity of activities.
Good organization, critical thinking, problem-solving, and mentoring skills.
High degree of ability in using tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
Must be able to concentrate with frequent interruptions and multiple distractions.
A preference for understanding and responding to the physical and psychosocial needs of the geriatric population required.

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