Acute Care RN Preceptor (Flint Hills) - Emergency Room - FT - Night

Stormont Vail Health; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health in Kansas seeks a full-time RN Preceptor to mentor new hires through orientation. You will deliver professional nursing care and education, guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring and the organization’s governance principles.

The role includes coordinating with the Nurse Manager, completing orientation documentation, and contributing to periodic performance appraisals while maintaining preceptor competency through continuing education.

Qualifications

• BSN degree preferred; must meet policy timelines as outlined by department.
• Minimum 9 months RN experience at Stormont Vail Health or as directed by the director.
• Must have completed Stormont Vail preceptor course training.
• KSBN RN license and BLS; additional certification may be required for certain settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care and education guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring and organization governance.
• Provide bi-weekly progress updates to the Nurse Manager via the Preceptee Evaluation form.
• Partner with the preceptee to complete orientation documentation and checklists during orientation period.
• Participate in performance appraisal with the Charge Nurse and update learning plans as appropriate.
• Maintain annual preceptor competency and pursue ongoing professional development.

Skills

Mentorship

Clinical teaching

Nursing proficiency

Communication

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

Epic

EHR systems

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night Shift (United States of America)Hours per week:36Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewThe preceptor responsibility and accountability is to provide guidance and mentorship to new hires as they go through the orientation process. The preceptor will demonstrate competency in the department by following policies and procedures. They will maintain clinical expertise by attending workshops, seminars, and in-services related to the needs of the department. Participates actively in clinical education activities, including orientation of new employees and teaching student nurses.Education QualificationsBachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred. Must meet educational preparation or other qualifications within specified time frames as determined/outlined by specific department policy.Experience Qualifications9 months Stormont Vail Health RN experience; directors’ discretion. RequiredHave successfully completed Stormont Vail preceptor course training. RequiredSkills and AbilitiesNo Corrective Actions at warning or above. (Required proficiency)Must be an FTE status (no PRN). (Required proficiency)Licenses and CertificationsRegistered Nurse - KSBN RequiredBasic Life Support - BLS RequiredAdditional certification may be required for certain patient care settings or populations.What you will doDeliver professional nursing care and education guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring and theory of professional governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.Provide bi-weekly progress and/or concerns to the Nurse Manager or designee via the Preceptee Evaluation form.Partner with the preceptee to ensure that all orientation documentation and checklists are completed within the designated orientation period.Participate in conjunction with the Charge Nurse in completion of the preceptee’s performance appraisal.Collaborate with the Nurse Manager or designee to evaluate progress, revise goals and update learning plan as appropriate.Demonstrates clinical competency, knowledge, decision making and appropriate skill level.Maintain annual preceptor competency.Participates in development and attainment of system wide/department hospital goals and demonstrates self-improvement with continuing education and participation in professional development.Required for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No RemoteScopeNo Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 HoursCrawling: Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDriving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hourEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 HoursFeeling: Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 HoursHandling: Frequently 3-5 HoursHearing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursKneeling: Rarely less than 1 hourLifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsOperate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hourPulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbsPushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbsReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsRepetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 HoursSitting: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStanding: Frequently 3-5 HoursStooping: Occasionally 1-3 HoursTalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking ConditionsChemical: Rarely less than 1 hourCombative Patients: Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases: Rarely less than 1 hourNeedle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hourNoise/Sounds: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hourStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.