Nurse Educator

Summary :

Under supervision of the Manager of Nursing Services, collaborates with the training department to facilitate medication certification training and other health-related training to employees.

Assist with placing PPDs for onboarding staff. Serves as a leader and assists the nurse managers to ensure the safe, effective, and productive treatment of individuals at all times.

This position has the opportunity to create performance enhancing learning opportunities for staff and to ensure quality care for the individuals CDS Monarch supports.

Supporting nursing management

Essential Job Functions :

• Coordinated with CDSLT Training Department to provide or coordinate required education and training to staff including medication certification, new employee orientation, PPDs and other specific health-related needs.
• Assist with on-boarding and mentoring of new nursing staff.
• Consults with Manager(s) of Nursing to provide additional training and hands on skills practicums to nursing and direct care staff.
• Remains aware of changes and requirements for OPWDD and other regulatory bodies and assists in maintenance and revision of clinical policies and procedures as needed.
• Provides coverage for nursing staff who have planned or unplanned time off.
• Become the subject matter expert with electronic medical record systems and assist with implementing systems agency wide.
• Assist in maintaining all required documents per Agency policy and procedures.
• Completes targeted reviews and internal audits for the purpose of identifying and managing quality issues as assigned.
• Serves on assigned committees.
• Participates in the identification of complex medical cases to ensure coordination of quality care.
• Adheres to all agency and program policies and procedures.
• Performs all other necessary duties relevant to the position as requested by the supervisor.
• Advises direct supervisor of any obstacles to achieving responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and motivate others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Proficient in time-management skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and EHR software.

Education and Experience :

• Must be licensed and currently registered as a Registered Nurse by the State of New York State Education Department
• Specialized training or one year of professional experience in treating those with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Prior training / teaching experience in related field preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Reliable transportation (NYS Drivers’ Licensed required).

All experience and education requirements, except when required by federal, state, or local laws or requirements, may be waived at the discretion of management with the approval of the Executive Vice President, in collaboration with Human Resources.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions :

• Ability to sit continuously
• Ability to reach above shoulder level
• Ability to turn / twist upper body
• Ability to use hand for repetitive action and fine manipulating for the purpose of keyboarding

Corporate Qualifications / Expectations :

• Must meet applicable Vehicle Operator Requirements. (NYS Driver’s License required)
• Adhere to all CDS Life Transitions, Inc. policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the Agency Mission, Vision, Shared Values, and Customer Service Standards.
• Attend mandatory education and training modules as scheduled; obtain and maintain required certifications / training by State regulations and CDS policy
• Act as a professional representative of CDS Life Transitions, Inc. in regard to appearance, behavior, temperament, communication, language, and dress.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, skills, required of personnel so classified.

Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the direction of the employer.

The listed salary range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The offered salary will be determined by : Applicant qualifications and experience, education, position specific licensing / training and departmental budgets.

CDS Life Transitions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, gender expression and / or identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

CDS Life Transitions will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 585-341-4600.