Education/Resource Specialist - Adult Day Surgery/PACU Clinic
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At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

This is a full time Educator role at the Texas Medical Center supporting the Adult Day Surgery/PACU/Pain Clinic.Location: Texas Medical Center Hermann, Houston, TXPosition Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday (flexibility required)Shift: Day shift About the Role:We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Adult PACU Pain Clinic Educator to join our collaborative team at Texas Medical Center Hermann. In this critical role, you will oversee education and training efforts for a dynamic group of healthcare professionals, including approximately 140 FTEs across multiple departments (PACU, Day Surgery, Anesthesia Preop Clinic, Acute and Regional Pain Services). You will work closely with UT Physicians to ensure the highest standards of care in the recovery environment.Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs for clinical staff in PACU and pain management services. Provide hands-on support and training to nursing staff, fostering strong clinical and critical thinking skills. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote patient safety and the effective use of pain management strategies. Lead educational initiatives and improve competency within the PACU, Day Surgery, and Pain Services teams. Coordinate training for new hires, ongoing staff development, and assist in achieving certifications. Contribute to program development and present educational sessions at internal and external conferences. Qualifications:Required: Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) BLS Instructor Certification Minimum 5 years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience with at least 5 years in a Level I trauma center Extensive experience in PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) and day surgery settings, particularly with adult patients Strong background in critical thinking and clinical recovery management What Makes Us Stand Out:At Texas Medical Center Hermann, you will be part of a world-renowned institution offering cutting-edge care to adult patients. Our team thrives in a collaborative environment, working closely with UT Physicians to deliver exceptional outcomes. We stand out because of our commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and the high standards we maintain in patient care.Career Growth and Development:We believe in investing in the growth of our staff. As an educator at Hermann, youll have access to monthly training events, opportunities to attend specialized classes and conferences, and financial support for certifications. There are ample opportunities to progress into management roles within the organization.Other Skills: Exceptional communication skills to effectively educate and collaborate with diverse teams Strong ability to present educational material in both formal and informal settings A passion for mentorship and helping others grow professionally If you're ready to take on a vital role in educating and empowering nursing professionals in a high-impact environment, apply today to join the team at Texas Medical Center Hermann.Position responsible for developing, providing, and coordinating direct staff education, indirect patient education, orientation training, and development of curriculum and individual learning plans and monitoring staff.Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelors Degree preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current State of Texas license/permit to practice professional nursing
• Completion of Basic Life Support
• Other certification based upon specific nursing unit requirements

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• At least five (5) years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
• Viewed as a leader in current specialty

Principal Accountabilities

• Serves as an educational resource at the service level and for core hospital activities. Assesses, plans, develops, coordinates, implements and evaluates educational needs that are appropriate to target population.
• Develops curriculum for identified learning needs. Facilitates and coordinates individual learning plans.
• Promotes team approach to healthcare delivery. Facilitates effective patient education at the service level. Evaluates effectiveness of patient education.
• Develops and maintains new employee orientation program. Acts as clinical resource for staff. Communicates effectively with all levels of the healthcare team.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce.

• Other duties as assigned.