Clinical Education & Professional Development Lead

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking an experienced Nursing Education Professional to advance clinical knowledge and quality patient care. You will support clinical employees in acquiring knowledge and skills and report to the campus Manager or Director of Clinical Education and Professional Development.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, interprofessional collaboration, and coaching preceptors to enhance orientation and competency across the nursing staff, within Memorial Hermann's standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is required.
• Current State of Texas license or compact license to practice professional nursing is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Two (2) years of nursing experience required.
• One (1) year education related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs competency management job functions including needs assessment, gap analysis and monitoring of compliance.
• Develops and disseminates fundamental educational content/programs utilizing various learning methods/domains.
• Applies Nursing Professional Development (NPD) scope and standards into practice.
• Participates in interprofessional collaboration with learners and other stakeholders utilizing effective communication.
• Demonstrates awareness and understanding of Evidence Based Projects (EBPs)/research/quality initiatives.
• Coaches and provides feedback to preceptors and/orientees and assesses orientation progress.
• Monitors the internal and external environments for opportunities and challenges that may affect professional practice gaps.
• Facilitates learning, change and professional role growth.
• 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 by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department goals; serves as a resource to staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to compassionate and personalized experiences for every member of the community.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Memorial Hermann is seeking an experienced Nursing Education Professional to advance clinical knowledge and quality patient care. You will support clinical employees in acquiring knowledge and skills and report to the campus Manager or Director of Clinical Education and Professional Development.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, interprofessional collaboration, and coaching preceptors to enhance orientation and competency across the nursing staff, within Memorial Hermann's standards