Clinical Educator - Emergency Department (ER) at Hughes Spalding
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R-26143Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs).*Work Shift*Day*Work Day(s)*Monday-Friday*Shift Start Time*7:00 AM*Shift End Time*3:30 PM*Worker Sub-Type*RegularChildren's is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We're committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children's.*Job Description*Assesses, plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates education for clinical employees which promotes clinical and professional development resulting in improved quality of care for patients and families. Performs duties associated with clinical practice, professional development, leadership and quality, and evidence-based practice. Develops and implements education plan for assigned unit to proactively support delivery of safe patient care.*Experience** 3 years of pediatric experience*Preferred Qualifications** Specialty certification or equivalent experience* Nursing Professional Development (NPD) certification* Master's degree preferred.* Experience in pediatric designated specialty area* Experience in patient/family, clinical or community education*Education** Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)*Certification Summary** Current Georgia license as a Registered Nurse* Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment* Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) within 1 year of employment as required by department specifications.* Professional Nursing Certification deemed by department required upon one year of hire.*Knowledge Skills & Abilities** Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.* Strong presentation skills to showcase credibility and effectiveness.* Basic knowledge of adult learning principles in the design of educational activities to provide quality training materials.* Proficiency in using professional technology tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management System (LMS).*Job Responsibilities**Orientation/Onboarding** Facilitates onboarding of new employees which includes the process of orienting, socializing and integrating an employee to the organization with a focus on retention and growth.* Develops and implements an individualized orientation plan to guide new employees to job competency or existing employees to changing roles and responsibilities. The orientation plan should align with system orientation programs such as but not limited to Patient Care Provider Orientation, Nurse Residency Program, PEDS Program.* Coordinates logistics of orientation keeping all stakeholders informed.*Competency Management** Develops, coordinates, manages, evaluates, and documents expected outcomes and objectives to support the dynamic process of competency assessment, learning, and change.* Promotes compliance with regulatory bodies standards, including the maintenance of educational records.* Utilizes novice to expert continuum with developing employees.*Education** Aligns educational programs with organizational and strategic plans to include quality and safety trends.* Conducts learning needs assessments and practices gap analyses through environmental scanning to achieve specific outcomes in identified deficits or opportunities for improvement in knowledge, skill, or attitude.* Conducts educational planning to include continuing nursing education (CNE) or inter-professional continuing education, if desired, in accordance with accrediting agency requirements.* Identifies desired outcomes and plans, designs, and delivers learning activities using adult learning concepts and instructional design principles to achieve specific outcomes for identified target audiences, which may include license and non-licensed healthcare personnel.* Evaluates learning outcomes and revises educational activities and orientation programs based on data and feedback.* Monitors resource allocation and utilization by considering cost-effectiveness of educational activities.* Documents provided educational activities using LEAN methodology and Children's current Learning Management System (LMS). Demonstrates proficiency in the use of Children's LMS.*Professional Role Development** Advances the profession by identifying and developing strategies to facilitate a continuous process of role maturation for self and others. * Fosters a culture of lifelong learning and professional development through role-modeling, mentoring and guidance.* Promotes growth and development of leadership skills, accountability, clinical decision making, and problem-solving within self and others.* Maintains clinical knowledge, skills and competence in the patient care setting as evidenced by the ability to deliver proficient direct age and developmentally appropriate safe patient care. (Examples of direct care could be side-by-side or group precepting of new nurses, providing clinical expertise in the practice setting, taking a patient assignment and/or acting as charge or resource nurse.)* Engages in organizational committees (i.e. TEACH) and/or shared governance councils.* Introduces and supports new ideas and initiatives; exhibits creativity and flexibility in times of change.* Partners with leadership team to provide performance feedback during orientation and beyond to guide and direct employee role maturation and career development and advancement.*Research/EBP/Quality** Incorporate research, evidence-based practice (EBP), practice-based evidence and benchmarked best-practices into educational planning and to guide practice decisions.* Participates in development and implementation of departmental process improvement plans and quality measurements.*Collaborative Partnership** Collaborates with partners and stakeholders to share expertise in planning and decision-making to achieve desired results.* Supports academic and community partnerships.Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.*Primary Location Address*35 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE*Job Family*Nursing-Bedside[]( []( [](*About Children's Healthcare of Atlanta*For over 100 years, [Children's Healthcare of Atlanta]( has depended on nurses like you to help us provide kids the specialized care they deserve. With incredible nurses on our team, Children's has continually been recognized as one of the nation's leading pediatric care providers. We've earned the Joint Commission's (TJC) Gold Seal of Approval. We have two Magnet-designated hospitals and a Pathways to Excellence-designated hospital. Two of our hospital units received a Beacon Award for Excellence; one received a gold-level award and one earned silver. We are also one of Atlanta's leading employers, and have been recognized as one of the nation's top places to work.*Nursing At Children's*At Children's, our mission is to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. Kids are our purpose—our “why.” But our people are our “how.” Our people allow us to do everything possible to make anything possible for kids. Each person brings a new perspective to our team. We embrace these differences, value every contribution and celebrate each team member's unique gifts. *Why Choose Children's*We know that [nursing]( is more than a career. It's a calling. At Children's, we want you to rediscover all of the joys, the rewards and the challenges that made you choose nursing as your life's work. That's why we provide:*Support when you need it*As part of our team, you come first—[your needs, your growth, your wellness]( that you can perform at your best for children and families. Children's is committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to help you find balance and opportunity, to stay healthy and feel supported. This includes top-notch health coverage and retirement benefits, as well as extra perks like on-site fitness centers and a free concierge service. *Work that fits you*No matter your career goals and experience, we can customize a career path just for you. At Children's, you can enjoy greater flexibility so you can find work that fits your unique needs. We're proud to offer the competitive rates you deserve and the ability to maximize your compensation by defining your hours and leveraging our differentials. Depending on your role, we may offer: • Full-time, part-time and PRN positions• Day, night, weekend or split weekend shifts• Night and weekend shift differentials• Float pool differential• A sign-on bonus• Relocation assistance• Commuter differential*Opportunities for advancement*Children's is a Magnet-designated hospital, so the bar for excellence is high. We provide you resources to enhance your skills and find success, whether you're a [new graduate]( experienced in adult care or have worked in pediatrics. This includes on-the-job training, dedicated career coaches and educational assistance. Also, with our Shared Governance structure, we give nurses a voice in leadership decisions, and we provide opportunities to advance at the bedside through our My Nursing Career Path program. *We're growing. Come grow with us!*Our not-for-profit organization is growing to meet the needs of kids in our community for generations to come. Now more than ever, we need nurses who share our commitment to caring to join our team. The Children's Healthcare of Atlanta System includes:• 789 licensed beds• Three hospitals• Two PICUs, two NICUs, one CICU and one Technology-Dependent ICU• Eight Urgent Care Centers• Marcus Autism Center • Center for Advanced Pediatrics • Support Center for non-clinical staff• More than 2,300 pediatric physicians representing more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs• More than 14,000 employeesWe continue to evolve, to grow our System, extending our reach, expanding our services and advancing our research capabilities. For experienced nurses like you, this means greater opportunities to hone your practice and grow your career. There's never been a better time to [join the Children's team](