Burn Program Educator

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Burn Educator. This role requires a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor's degree, experience in burn care, and strong leadership and teaching skills. Responsibilities include facilitating patient care education and collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate is expected to have recent teaching experience and be ABLS certified. This position promotes professional development and aims to enhance patient care quality.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in Ohio.
• Current clinical experience in burn care (3-5 years).
• Clinical instruction experience (2-4 years).
• Recent teaching experience through employment or community activities.
• ABLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate direct and indirect care of patients and families.
• Collaborate with various departments on educational activities.
• Serve as a role model and resource for patient care staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Facilitation skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Master’s degree in nursing or related field (preferred)

Job description

Overview

The Burn Educator is a Registered Nurse who demonstrates expertise in education, burn care, evidence-based practice, and research, and collaborates with other disciplines in professional development activities. The Burn Educator incorporates knowledge and skill in clinical practice, adult learning principles and best practice educational standards. The Burn Educator is responsible for facilitating the provision of direct and indirect care of patients and families through collaborative educational activities of the Department of Nursing Education, Nursing Professional Practice, The College of Medicine, The College of Nursing, and the Prior Health Sciences Library and entities outside the organization. The Burn Educator serves as a role model and resource for patient care staff within the unit/department/institution and community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing with a master’s degree in nursing or a related field strongly preferred.
• Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Ohio.
• Current clinical experience in burn care (3-5 years)
• Clinical instruction experience (2-4 years)
• Strong leadership skills, effective communication, problem-solving, and strong organizational skills.
• Interested in learning and teaching new skills.
• Recent teaching experience through employment or community activities.
• Experience with, commitment to, and competence in dealing with adult burn populations.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
• ABLS certified (within 6 months of hire)

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