Location: Glens Falls,NY, USA
The Impact You Can Make Organizes, manages, and evaluates nursing orientation, competency programs and continuing education programs. assuring successful completion at planned intervals. Ensures that education programs are evidence-based and comply with regulatory requirements including documentation of competency. Facilitates review, revision, and development of policies and procedures specific to evidence-based nursing practice. The Glens Falls Hospital Impact MissionOur Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting. How You Will Fulfill Your Potential Responsibilities Assesses educational needs, conducts education programs, and validates staff competence in accordance with Unit-Based standards of practice. Partners with Nursing Leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Clinical Transition Programs to facilitate Graduate/Registered Nurse transition into clinical practice. Provides consultation and on-going support to Graduate/Registered Nurses in assigned service linedepartments through Glens Falls Hospital's ANCC accredited with distinction Nurse Residency Program. Reviews and revises orientation/competency documents as required. Reviews and revises orientation schedule as needed. Provides consultation and support to Nursing Staff on all shifts. Rounds on assigned Units. Assists Clinical Nurse Preceptors/Nurse Managers in the assessment of learning needs and the implementation and evaluation of performance improvement plans, as necessary, to develop staff competence in the practice area. Utilizes own clinical competency to promote delivery of high-quality patient care. Functions as a role model for clinical care QualificationsEducation & Experience: BSN or relevant healthcare related bachelors is required within 1 year of hire. 3 years of psychiatric preferred. Demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by previous experience Clinical Nurse Preceptor/Educator experience. Licenses, Certifications, Registrations Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State. BLS certification required. Board Certification in assigned service line specialty preferred Skills/Abilities: Computer skills in Microsoft office Knowledge of EMR systems. Knowledge of adult teaching and learning principles Demonstrated ability to teach individuals and groups of learners. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with patients and professionals of all disciplines. Ability to develop broad concepts into practical applications Salary RangeThe expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $35.06 to $52.59 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.BenefitsGlens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here.Communities We Serve Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.