Location/Department: Quality & Risk Management 60 hours per pay period - benefit eligibleJob Summary:Responsible for the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation & evaluation of orientation & continuing education programs for hospital staff. Supervisory Responsibilities: NoneDuties/Responsibilities:
- Works with leaders to assess learning needs of clinical staff & provide education based on current evidence & best practices.
- Participates in the planning & delivery of clinical orientation for new hires, annual clinical competencies & other hands-on education.
- Evaluates effectiveness of educational activities conducted & revises materials as needed to meet different learning styles/needs.
- Supports staff development including certification, remediation, mentoring, new equipment training, & EHR updates.
- Coordinates team member education through online learning management system (Health.edu). Assists with course evaluation & development. Assures appropriate documentation is filed timely.
- Develops tracking metrics & reports to communicate performance in clinical units. Follows up with managers to drive improved compliance.
- Coordinates staff education through use of the Simulation lab & other learning mechanisms.
- Maintains current instructor status to teach CPR, PALS & ACLS. Coordinates certification training for staff & public.
- Serves as a resource for all nursing units to ensure compliance with standards of care & regulatory requirements (CHF, Chest Pain, Stroke, Sepsis, Sleep Lab, Transitional Care, etc).
- Participate in the committees as requested.
- Works with managers in providing education credits for RNs & MAs to maintain specialty certifications.
- Serves as liaison with nursing & clinical programs & coordinates student rotations.
- Partners with AHEC to coordinate high school student shadowing program.
- Collaborates with unit managers in the development of policies, procedures, standards & processes.
- Partners with nurses at all levels across the organization to improve performance & clinical quality outcomes.
- Participates on quality, safety & accreditation teams & activities, as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Self-motivated
- Able to execute & evaluate the educational needs of the clinical staff
- Demonstrates independent judgement skills & discretion
- Knowledge & utilization of principles of adult learning
- Effectively communicates with physicians, nurses, managers & other healthcare professionals
Education and Experience:
- Minimum Associate's degree in nursing, Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of three years nursing/patient care experience.
- Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Indiana.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent walking, sitting, standing, talking & use of hands.
- Occasionally may need to lift up to 25 lbs