Nurse Educator - Adult Perioperative

Nurse Educator - Adult Perioperative

Location:

University of Oklahoma Medical Center

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Preference will be given to previous experience in the OR as a perioperative circulator.

Under general supervision, performs professional work in all phases of a comprehensive staff development and training program for an assigned unit. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting Patients First, pursuing Relentless Excellence, showing Integrity, seeking Inclusion for all staff and patients, always Learning, and valuing Teamwork.

• Align behaviors with OU Health values and maintain nursing professional practice standards.
• Plan, implement, evaluate and document staff development and inservice.
• Develop criteria to evaluate needs of the staff and measure effectiveness of training programs.
• Coordinate and facilitate competency development, verification and maintenance activities.
• Coordinate nursing orientation program.
• Coordinate and facilitate quality improvement activities and assess implementation of age and culturally appropriate care programs.
• Plan, implement and evaluate Preceptor Program. Coordinate CPR training that meets American Heart Association requirements and is in compliance with TJC standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required;
  Master’s in Nursing preferred.
• 3 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse in the specified area of teaching.

• Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse).
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
• Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
• Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients.
• Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.
• Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
• Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and the ability to be diplomatic.
• Must have good presentation and communication and written skills.
• Ability to be creative and innovative in program development.
• Must be able to work independently and research material when developing education sessions.
• Must be able to read and critique research findings for application practice.
• Must have computer skills.

OU Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care