347 Healthcare Instructor jobs in the United States

Job Description

Brighton Center, Inc. is a private non-profit community-based organization with the mission to create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education, employment, and leadership. We have been named a Best Place to Work three years in a row, as well as a Top 50 Nonprofit to work for in the Nation!

Purpose:

The Center for Employment Training (CET) Skill Instructor is a year-round, full-time position that incorporates teaching, curriculum development, reality counseling, advising, group facilitation, and committee work in our post-secondary job training program for adults and young adults looking to enter or advance in the workforce. The Instructor will teach all Health Technology Administration curriculum (exploring healthcare industry, medical terminology, healthcare legislation, healthcare payers, procedure codes, diagnosis codes, electronic medical records, medical billing and coding, revenue cycles, etc.) to prepare trainees for industry certification as well as reinforce basic adult education, success skills and employment basics.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality lesson plans that deliver material to students of varying levels of experience and learning styles.
• Create interactive, collaborative and experiential learning projects and support an inclusive and engaging, professional classroom atmosphere.
• Supervise and guide trainees in a modeled workplace environment which sets the expectations of professionalism in the workplace.
• Collaborate with other team members to develop curricula and syllabi, grade assignments, formulate individual work plans for trainees and make suggestions for improvements as appropriate.
• Participate in weekly unit team meetings with team members, action teams, monthly staff meetings, and individual trainee meetings as necessary, as well as other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A successful candidate will be committed to advancing racial equity and possess an unwavering belief in the potential of people.
• Successful candidates will be strong team players who can also work independently and adapt to fast-paced and changing environment. Must demonstrate the desire to create a hands-on, interactive learning environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are a must.
• 3-5 years of applicable administrative healthcare experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as electronic medical records system knowledge is preferred.
• Hold, or be willing to earn, industry standard certifications (Certified Professional Coder, Registered Health Information Technician, etc.).
• Ability to travel to different worksites within the region on a daily basis.

What we offer:

• Competitive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• Retirement Plan-employer contribution of 4% of gross salary for 403b and additional 2% match option
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• 11.5 Paid Holidays
• Childcare Discount
• Agency Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Professional Development
• Education Awards

This is an Exempt position with a salary range of $37,000 - $41,000.

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We are an equal-opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to gender, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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(Teacher, Instructor, Healthcare, Customer Service, Medical Billing, Insurance Claims, Trainer)

Job Description

Instructors are responsible for the delivery of educational materials by utilizing sound educational practices focused on the successful academic development of each student. Instructors utilize the educational experience as a vehicle for the development of knowledge and skills of the student’s chosen field in order to help students achieve their educational and career goals. Instructors promote an educational environment that is engaging, dynamic, and student-centered additionally providing support, tutoring and other assistance as needed. Instructors lead by example, model professional behavior centered on ethical conduct with focus on the Ancora Education Mission and Core Values.

▪ Utilize classroom and lab instruction, student assessment mechanisms, and classroom management techniques to provide an engaged educational experience to students

▪ Guarantee that student has been presented with the material to successfully meet the learning objectives of each course within a student’s program of study

▪ Ensure that instructional materials and equipment are ready for student use, sufficient in quantity, are properly maintained, and are in working order

▪ Participate in ongoing faculty assessment and professional development activities to ensure an active, engaged, and up to date classroom experience for all students; maintaining required certification and licensure

▪ Actively participate in meetings, review and analyze assessment data, compile reports, and meet academic and administrative deadlines

▪ Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory bodies’ guidelines, along with internal policies of the company

▪ Other duties as assigned

▪ Where required, must have an active certification or licensure;

▪ Non‐Degree and Occupational Associate Degrees technical/occupational courses: a minimum of three (3) years’ practical work experience in the field of instruction;

▪ Academic Associate or Bachelor's Degree technical/occupational courses: minimum four (4) years’ practical work experience in the field of instruction and possess a related degree at least at the same level as the course being taught. All online faculty must have a masters degree in the content or a masters degree with a minimum of 18 semester/24 quarter graduate credit hours in the content;

▪Exceptional cases: eight (8) years’ practical work experience may be substituted for practical work experience and justified by the campus;

▪General Education courses: master’s degree with appropriate academic coursework and preparation in the subject area(s) taught – 18 semester hours of coursework at any credential level in the subject;

▪Some states required 18 semester hours at the master’s level

▪Prior to beginning to teach, instructors either need to have documented prior teaching experience or complete the new instructor training.

▪ Demonstration of the highest levels of integrity and professionalism in all aspects, including appearance, demeanor, and attitude

▪ Solid computer software skills including Microsoft Office Instructors must meet minimum qualifications for teaching:

▪ Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated success in collaborating with diverse groups of employees and customers

▪ Ability to work in an observation/coaching style environment

▪ Capability to prioritize, accept responsibility, and work within deadlines

▪ Superior organizational and problem-resolution skills

▪ Demonstrated commitment to customer service

PREFERRED:

▪ Previous experience teaching in a proprietary education setting

▪ Knowledge of federal, state, and accreditation regulations applicable to the proprietary education industry

Ancora Education is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Minimum Offer

$ 34.32/hr.

Maximum Offer

$ 46.82/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: Trauma/Surgical ICU

FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Days

Position Summary:
Function as unit educator, master teacher, master preceptor and facilitates evidenced-based research into specialized areas of nursing. Utilize the expertise of a practitioner to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients. Perform as a unit educator while maintaining clinical skills by performing as a clinical instructor for students from the CON on home unit and/or assisting in staffing on unit. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:
* LEAD - Provide educational leadership to enhance specialized patient care within clinical protocols
* INITIATE - Initiate unit-based strategies for developing clinical skills through the master clinician, master preceptor model
* PERFORM - Perform as a unit educator while maintaining clinical skills by performing as a clinical instructor for students from the CON on home unit and/or assisting in staffing on unit
* PLAN - Develop patient plans of care incorporating evidenced-based research and national standards
* CONSULTS - Consult with and serve as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care
* EDUCATE - Educate appropriate staff in the use of new equipment, supplies, and instruments for their service; coordinates in-service training/workshops for appropriate staff
* ASSIST - Assist patient and caregivers with educational needs, problem solving, and health management aspects across the continuum of care
* COLLABORATE - Collaborate with the Clinical Educator as well as the Clinical Nurse Specialist, Specialty RN, or Unit Director to plan and implement pertinent curricula
* MONITOR - Monitor trends and implement educational strategies to ensure quality standards and parameters are achieved
* PATIENT CARE - Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients, providing specialized patient care within nursing protocols and assisting the admission, transfer and discharge process performing all RN nursing duties
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"
* MEDICATION - Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
* PATIENT CARE - Write treatment plans; coordinate patient drug and procedure activities; administer medication and treatment; provide and coordinate nursing care of assigned patients; may facilitate group therapy and/or education sessions

Education:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree
Nonessential:
* Master's Degree
Education specialization:
Essential:
* BSN or MSN
Nonessential:
* Nursing

Experience:
Essential:
18 months directly related experience

Nonessential:
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo 3 years directly related experience

Credentials:
Essential:
* CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
* RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM
* Instructor in Unit-Required Certifications w/in 90 Days
Nonessential:
* Current Instructor in BLS, ACLS, NRP or other instruct cert

Credential equivalent experience:
Essential:
* Instructor in Unit-Required Certifications or obtained within one year of position (BLS, ILS, NRP, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, etc)

Physical Conditions:
Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE

Department: Registered Nurse

Minimum Offer

$ 30.60/hr.

Maximum Offer

$ 45.89/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: Patient Education - CPC

FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Days

Position Summary:
Plan and implement curriculum and educational programs for children, adolescents, or adults with specific disabilities. Assess students abilities and develop individualized educational plans consistent with treatment goals. Coordinate programs for therapeutic purposes; integrate overall developmental goals into the academic setting. Manage behavior of students to create a safe physical and emotional classroom environment. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:
* CURRICULUM - Plan, develop, write, and implement curriculum and educational programs in accordance with educational/treatment goals and student abilities
* CURRICULUM - May specialize in one or more areas of the curriculum, such as physical education, art, or music
* TEACHING - Facilitate therapeutic groups and may teach academic curriculum in a therapeutic classroom
* EDUCATION - Manage student behavior to encourage best possible student educational experience
* EDUCATION PLAN - Interact with and participate in consultations with specialists as appropriate in order to plan and prepare individualized educational program in accordance with individual goals
* PROGRAMS - May coordinate programs with related disciplines for therapeutic purposes; attend multi-disciplinary meetings to facilitate comprehensive program planning
* REPORTS - Prepare appropriate documentation and reports on programs and on student progress
* SUPERVISION - May coordinate and lead the work of others
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Education:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree
Education specialization:
Essential:
* Related Discipline

Experience:
Essential:
No minimum experience required

Nonessential:
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo

Credentials:
Essential:
* Teacher License in New Mexico

Physical Conditions:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* No or min hazard, physical risk, office environment
* Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required

Department: Behavioral and Mental Health

Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver an excellent Practical Nursing Clinical & Classroom Instructor curriculum.
• Provide students with lectures covering all aspects of clinical nursing.
• Providing practical nursing experience by way of assigning them to patients/ clients.
• Ensure that the information is communicated in a comprehensive manner, adapting to various teaching methods and the needs of adult learners, with the goal of providing the student body with the tools to work within industry standards.
• Moderate engaging classroom discussions.
• Ensure the curriculum is up to date with current industry practices by way of participation in professional development activities.
• Plan the course materials in conjunction with colleagues and the program supervisor.
• The tracking, grading, and evaluation of student class work.
• Ensure students are prepared for certification exams.
• Oversee a thorough orientation for new students at the facility.
• Attendance of faculty meetings and providing of feedback to the program supervisor.

Qualifications:

• A Master's of Science in Nurse Education is preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Candidates with an associate's degree in nursing while enrolled in a BSN program may be considered.
• 3-5 years of RN experience.
• Nursing education in a classroom/ clinical setting is preferred.

Hours & Benefits:

• Thursday - Friday 6:45 AM - 3:45 (M-W) ; 7:45 AM- 3:30 PM
• In-Person
• 10 month position, summers off
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• PTO

Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and supporting our community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Centralia College is seeking an adjunct professor to teach in the Registered Nursing (RN) program. The program is designed to prepare men and women to provide nursing care in a variety of healthcare settings. In addition to preparing a student to obtain licensure and compete for employment as a RN, the AAS-T RN degree provides science and general education courses appropriate for students planning a future transfer directly into selected Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs.

Nursing faculty report to the Dean of Healthcare and Industrial Trades, but function under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
According to WAC , Nursing faculty shall be responsible for:
1. Developing, implementing, and evaluating the purpose and outcomes of the nursing education program.
2. Designing, implementing, and evaluating the curriculum.
3. Developing and evaluating nursing education policies as identified in
WAC (3) (a) through (e) within the framework of the policies of Centralia College.
4. Participating in or providing for academic advising and guidance of students.
5. Evaluating student achievement, in terms of curricular objectives as related to both nursing knowledge and practice, including preceptorship or mentored experiences.
6. Selecting, guiding, and evaluating student learning activities.
7. Participating in activities to improve their own nursing competency in area(s) of responsibility and to demonstrate current clinical competency.
8. Developing criteria for the selection and evaluation of clinical and practice experiences in clinical facilities or clinical practice settings, which address safety and the need for students to achieve the program outcomes and course objectives.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintain an environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
2. Support and implement academic policies and procedures, curriculum planning and evaluation, and long-term program goals.
3. Participate in Nursing Department Advisory Committee meetings, communications, and activities.
4. Represent the nursing department at campus level meetings.
5. Represent the nursing department and the college at statewide professional meetings and to external organizations.
6. Potentially teach classes outside of the normal 8am 5pm schedule.

1. Possess an unencumbered Washington State RN license.
2. A bachelors degree in nursing from an accredited college or university that is accredited by a nursing education accreditation body who is recognized by the United States Department of Education.
3. Applicant must be willing to attain a graduate degree within two (2) years of hire.
4. Minimum of two years related work experience as an RN.

Teaching experience in nursing education.
Teaching experience in other healthcare classes.
Trainer certification for BLS, EMT, or other related field.
Experience advising students
Participation in professional activities and practice.
Demonstrated ability to serve the needs of students who represent a broad spectrum of ages, abilities, ethnicity, education and cultural backgrounds
Current clinical nursing practice
Specialty care experience in Oncology and Medical/Surgical
Experience in Acute Medical and/or Surgical Care, Community Health, or Mental Health experience
Graduate degree completed or in process
PHD or DNP completed or in process

Centralia College faculty are represented by the Centralia College Federation of Teachers, Local No. 4469, AFT/AAFL-CIO.

Adjunct employment is ongoing and filled based on need. Applications will be screened as they are received.

For further information please contact:

Jenny Bauska, MSN, RN

Assistant Professor of Nursing

Centralia College

(office)

COMPENSATION

Current lecture/lab rates ($886.41 - $1,358.22 per credit)

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Centralia College has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we strongly urge all qualified applicants, including people of color, persons of disability, women, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans, to apply. Centralia College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

It is the policy of Centralia College to ensure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.

Centralia College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Designated Title II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504, ADA compliance officer: Vice President for Human Resources and Equity, Hanson Hall Room 101, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA , .

The Human Resources Office is accessible for persons with disabilities. Those who need disability accommodation in the application/employment process, please call .

Notice of Availability of Annual Security ReportCentralia College's Annual Crime/Security Report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call .

Centralia College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Title IX.

Job Responsibilities

The Supplemental Nursing Instructor will be embedded into courses with historically low success rates that are central to the completion of the nursing programs offered by the college. The Instructor will have the opportunity to intervene when students require additional assistance. The instructor will be a part of the classroom dynamics and will set up meeting times one on one or with small groups to assist in clarifying challenging topics and assisting students with learning how to critically think as a nurse.

Bachelors of Science in Nursing.

Experience with nursing instruction/education preferred.

This is a temporary, part-time position. Please review Agency Specific Application procedures for our required application procedures.

We regret that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their application or the status of the interview process.

Adjunct Pool Nursing Instructor

Muskegon Community College, an associate degree-granting institution of higher education, is a center for lifelong learning which provides a person the opportunity to attain their educational goals by offering programs that respond to individual, community, and global needs. We are seeking qualified candidates for Adjunct Instructors.

The Adjunct Instructor Pools are for applicants who are interested in teaching in the future as an (part-time) adjunct instructor for one of our departments. The Instructor Pools are always open for applications. However, this does not mean that we have an immediate opening in the division. The Adjunct Instructor Pools function as a way for department chairs to view applicant materials in advance of a need, and determine if the applicant will be approved or not approved to be added to their pool of eligible applicants. Should a part-time instructional need arise in a given department, the department chair will look first at the approved applicants to see if anyone matches our needs, in which case they may make contact to schedule an interview.

Unofficial Transcripts must be submitted

MSN preferred, BSN may be considered for some positions. Minimum two years' professional experience in nursing, clinical instruction/teaching experience preferred. Prefer teaching experience at the college level. Demonstrated ability to work with all populations representing a wide range of abilities, ages, nationalities and cultures. Experience with instructional technology preferred.

Responsible for instruction and facilitating student learning; committed to student recruitment, retention and success; assessment of learning, development of curriculum and use of instructional delivery modes utilizing both traditional and non-traditional methodology.

1. Teach assigned course which may include day, night, as well as at the main campus in Muskegon Michigan and extension centers, or clinical sites in West Michigan. Classes are to meet on time for the full allotted time.
2. Establish and promote an effective learning environment that maximize documented student learning.
3. Possess excellent communication skills including verbal and written.
4. Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
5. Prepare, submit and maintain reports related to student learning.
6. Grading assignments in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth, returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner, and assigning final grades for all students, meeting or beating all institutional deadlines for completion.
7. Provide educational assistance to students during regularly scheduled and posted times (i.e., office hours) or by appointment.
8. Encourage student opinion survey completion for each class and then reviewed after summary information available to assist with increasing student success.
9. Provide excellent customer service.
10. Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical, Mental, and Environment Requirements Include:

Mental Demands:

? Detailed Work

? Student Contact

? Deadline oriented

? Problem Situations

? Multiple Priorities & Demands

? Emergency Situations

? Confidentiality

? On-call Availability

? Continual Interruptions

? Working Alone

? Faculty Contact

? Working with Others

Physical Demands:

? Standing & Walking

? Sitting

? Reclining

? Carrying

? Lifting up to 10 lbs. ? Up to 25 lbs. ? Up to 50 lbs. ? 80 + lbs.

? Pushing, Pulling, Twisting, Bending

? Climb or Balance

? Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl

? Squatting

? Handle or Feel

? Reach with Hands and Arms

? Talking or hearing

? Tasting/Smelling

? Working Overhead

? Speak in English via Phone or In Person

? Close, Distance, Peripheral, and Color Vision along with Depth Perceptions

? Ability to Adjust and Focus

Work Environment:

? Exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat/cold; and moderate to loud noise levels.

? Normal Office environment with little, if, any, discomfort due to heat, dust, noise and the like. Ability to travel to all campus locations required.

Muskegon Community College is an equal opportunity employer. MCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, political persuasion, disability, height, weight, veteran status, age or any other protected class in any of its educational programs, activities or employment. Minorities, women, veterans, and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply. To the extent required by applicable law, anyone with a disability will be reasonably accommodated by the College. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance in applying for this position, please contact the Human Resources Office.

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Minimum Offer

$ 34.32/hr.

Maximum Offer

$ 46.82/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: Trauma/Surgical ICU

FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Days

Position Summary:
Function as unit educator, master teacher, master preceptor and facilitates evidenced-based research into specialized areas of nursing. Utilize the expertise of a practitioner to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients. Perform as a unit educator while maintaining clinical skills by performing as a clinical instructor for students from the CON on home unit and/or assisting in staffing on unit. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:
* LEAD - Provide educational leadership to enhance specialized patient care within clinical protocols
* INITIATE - Initiate unit-based strategies for developing clinical skills through the master clinician, master preceptor model
* PERFORM - Perform as a unit educator while maintaining clinical skills by performing as a clinical instructor for students from the CON on home unit and/or assisting in staffing on unit
* PLAN - Develop patient plans of care incorporating evidenced-based research and national standards
* CONSULTS - Consult with and serve as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care
* EDUCATE - Educate appropriate staff in the use of new equipment, supplies, and instruments for their service; coordinates in-service training/workshops for appropriate staff
* ASSIST - Assist patient and caregivers with educational needs, problem solving, and health management aspects across the continuum of care
* COLLABORATE - Collaborate with the Clinical Educator as well as the Clinical Nurse Specialist, Specialty RN, or Unit Director to plan and implement pertinent curricula
* MONITOR - Monitor trends and implement educational strategies to ensure quality standards and parameters are achieved
* PATIENT CARE - Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients, providing specialized patient care within nursing protocols and assisting the admission, transfer and discharge process performing all RN nursing duties
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may not seem right
* MEDICATION - Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
* PATIENT CARE - Write treatment plans; coordinate patient drug and procedure activities; administer medication and treatment; provide and coordinate nursing care of assigned patients; may facilitate group therapy and/or education sessions

Education:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree
Nonessential:
* Master's Degree
Education specialization:
Essential:
* BSN or MSN
Nonessential:
* Nursing

Experience:
Essential:
18 months directly related experience

Nonessential:
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo 3 years directly related experience

Credentials:
Essential:
* CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
* RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM
* Instructor in Unit-Required Certifications w/in 90 Days
Nonessential:
* Current Instructor in BLS, ACLS, NRP or other instruct cert

Credential equivalent experience:
Essential:
* Instructor in Unit-Required Certifications or obtained within one year of position (BLS, ILS, NRP, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, etc)

Physical Conditions:
Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE

Department: Registered Nurse