Clinical Educator- Sterile Processing (Full Time, Varied shifts)

Job Title : Clinical Educator - Sterile Processing (Full Time, Varied shifts) (26691)

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.

Job Summary :

Incorporates the primary components of expert clinical practice and promotes an error-free care environment, education, research advocate, and assures the provision of quality care.

Schedule : Schedule for this position will primarily be for Day shifts; however, flexibility to work evenings, weekends, etc. as needed is required.

Job Specific Duties :

• Coordinates orientation for new staff and preceptor development. Completes probationary evaluations, implements / follow up on Peri-Op 101 modules, and participates in Learning Contract development.
• Critically evaluates and anticipates risks to patient safety with the aim of preventing medical errors.
• Engages staff in the development of evidence-based practice projects that will improve patient and nursing outcomes.
• Identifies practice changes and develops unit-specific outcome measures related to the hospital strategic plan and reports on these outcomes on a quarterly basis.
• Identifies the educational needs of SPD staff; designs, develops, coordinates, and provides an annual educational plan.
• Implements subsequent programs to enhance staff performance and evaluates educational outcomes.
• Obtains, synthesizes, analyzes, and utilizes data from information systems and technologies to improve and / or change current processes to achieve desired outcomes using LEAN principles.
• Remains current of trends in pediatric practice specific to the particular specialty. Shares and disseminates new information to SPD staff and other disciplines across the institution and community.
• Through direct and indirect patient care, functions as the unit's clinical expert / role model for a defined group of patients by analyzing care and identifying clinical issues.
• Leads in the coordination of complex care across a continuum of care from admission, transfer, and discharge.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
• CRCST certification - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
• 4-7 years SPD experience in a hospital setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Strong knowledge of sterilization methods, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Aware of the current AAMI ST79 standards. Utilization of IFUs and oneSource. Familiar with Pre-vacuum sterilizers, STERIS mechanical washers, and ultrasonic machines.

Experience with tray tracking systems.

• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Possesses proficiency in computers and Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Able to analyze and interpret data and utilize the information to make judgments regarding patient care.
• Ability to positively influence, hold self, and others accountable.
• Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to apply principles of evidence-based practice, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice.
• Able to encourage and facilitate the ongoing professional development of SPD personnel.
• Able to provide guidance and support to staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge in SPD.

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