Critical Care Unit Educator & Master Clinician

UNMH Jobs; New Mexico; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

UNMH is seeking an experienced nurse educator to function as a unit educator, master teacher, and preceptor within the Intermediate Critical Care department. The role includes facilitating evidence-based research, developing care plans, and supporting students from the College of Nursing on the unit while assisting with staffing.

The ideal candidate will deliver education to staff, collaborate with CNS and unit leadership, and ensure adherence to policies and safety standards across neonatal to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• BSN or MSN is preferred.
• At least 18 months of directly related nursing experience.
• Bilingual ability is beneficial (English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni or Navajo).

Responsibilities

• Lead educational initiatives to enhance specialized patient care within clinical protocols.
• Initiate unit-based strategies to develop clinical skills via master clinician/preceptor models.
• Serve as unit educator for students from the CON on the home unit and assist staffing.
• Develop patient plans of care incorporating evidence-based research and national standards.
• Consult with the multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care.
• Educate staff on new equipment, supplies, and in-service training.
• Assist patients and caregivers with educational needs and health management.
• Collaborate with Clinical Educator, CNS, or Unit Director to plan curricula.
• Monitor trends and implement educational strategies to meet quality standards.
• Deliver safe direct care while coordinating admission, transfer, and discharge.

Skills

Educational leadership

Clinical instruction

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

BSN or MSN

Job description

UNMH is seeking an experienced nurse educator to function as a unit educator, master teacher, and preceptor within the Intermediate Critical Care department. The role includes facilitating evidence-based research, developing care plans, and supporting students from the College of Nursing on the unit while assisting with staffing.

The ideal candidate will deliver education to staff, collaborate with CNS and unit leadership, and ensure adherence to policies and safety standards across neonatal to