RN, Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II - Intraoperative​/Surgical Services

Position: RN, Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II - Intraoperative/Surgical Services -Full Time
RN, Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II - Intraoperative/Surgical Services - Full Time at Christus Health summary:

Clinical Nurse Educator responsible for coordinating orientation and continuing education for perioperative/surgical nursing staff, developing and evaluating educational programs using adult learning principles, and promoting collaborative professional development. Requires an active RN license, BLS/ACLS instructor certifications, and 1–3 years hospital experience with preference for nursing education background. Works full-time in intraoperative/surgical services and participates in committees and community representation for the health system.

Description

Summary:

Responsible for coordination of orientation of all nursing personnel; representation of CHRISTUS in community activities; and planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of nursing continuing education programs.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS

Competencies:

Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

• Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.

• Plans and implements educational activities to meet identified learning needs, utilizing adult education principles.

• Develops and utilized appropriate evaluative system to determine effectiveness of educational activities.

• Promotes collaborative relationships among health care professionals. Participates in committees, task forces, meetings, and activities to assist in the development of staff, ultimately resulting in improved care.

• Participates in activities that promote professional development through education and other activities that enhance the practice of nursing and education.

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred, Associate's degree required.

Experience

• One to three years experience in a hospital, preferably in nursing education

• Knowledge of adult learning theory, nursing theory, and clinical nursing practice.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RN License in state of employment or compact

• Maintain AHA instructor certification in BCLS and ACLS and Affiliate Faculty status.

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time