Clinical Education Specialist MSN ,ED/ICU (Part Time Days)

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured;

educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Clinical Education Specialist for the Universal Care / Patient Care Centers is a critical care clinical leader who assesses, develops, implements and evaluates educational programs and projects that support and improve the provision of quality, cost effective and compassionate patient care.

This individual is also responsible for leading and coordinating the activities of the Education Specialists who work within the Critical Care Division.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Leads the educational activities of the Critical Care Division. Assesses, designs, facilitates, implements and evaluates aspects of the professional and clinical development of nursing staff through education, competence, programs, and projects which support the goals and objectives of the Universal Care / Patient Care Center model of care delivery.
• Demonstrates leadership skills and coordinates the education and training activities within the Critical Care Division.
• Demonstrates expertise in care of critically ill medical and surgical cardiac / cardiothoracic / cardiovascular patients.
• Maintains clinical competence in the provision of patient care in acute, intermediate and critical care levels appropriate to the assigned patient population.
• Demonstrates expertise in the teaching / learning process.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement, assess staff performance, and facilitate implementation of new practices in patient care.
• Collaborates with medical staff colleagues to develop and implement education and training associated with new technologies, procedures, and other patient care-related activities.
• Assesses learning needs of staff and provides opportunities to enhance ongoing education and development through mentoring, teaching and clinical support.
• Identifies, develops and / or provides classroom and clinical experiences to support the learning of new and current nursing personnel.
• Assists unit leadership with the coordination, scheduling and evaluation of unit-based orientation for new employees.
• Develops and implements practice related competencies.
• Assists with the development and provision of patient education, collaborating with patient, family, and health care professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Contributes to the development and change of the health care delivery system by facilitating innovations in practice, education, research and technology.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates standards of care throughout the illness / wellness continuum.
• Gathers evidence-based information related to advances in clinical practice and makes
• recommendations for change.
• Facilitates quality improvement activities in assessment, treatment and education of
• patients and families.
• Utilizes research to support and advance nursing practice, enhance an integrated approach to care, and improve patient care outcomes.
• Supports the Network Philosophy of Nursing.
• Chairs or serves on assigned committees.
• Maintains appropriate records.
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures.
• Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS :

Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 6 hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 20 minutes at a time.

Frequently use hands and fingers. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 50 lbs. Transport patients weighing up to 250 lbs.

via wheelchair, bed, and / or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch.

Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION :

Graduate of recognized RN program. Bachelor’s degree required; Masters degree in nursing in progress with completion expected within 18-24 months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :

Five years direct clinical experience in cardiac / cardiothoracic / cardiovascular patient care including open heart and thoracic surgery at the critical care level in an acute healthcare setting;

clinical experience should be current. Demonstrated leadership skills in the clinical environment. Current experience providing professional staff development, education, and competence assessment in the area of cardiac / cardiothoracic / cardiovascular care at the unit or facility level desirable.

Demonstrated success as a nurse preceptor. Works well in a changing environment. Challenged by work diversification. Specialty certification (i.

e. CCRN or CCNS) required or attained within 1 year. BLS and ACLS instructor status required within 2 years.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and / or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an

Equal Opportunity Employer.