Education Specialist - NAR

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Health Systems is seeking an Registered Nurse to lead a patient-centered care team and provide expert nursing care. The role requires an MA RN license, BSN, and eligibility for Masters level progression. ACLS, PALS, NRP, and C1SPEC certifications are expected within two years.

The RN will educate patients and families, collaborate with clinicians, and participate in quality improvement to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety in a dynamic care environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• BSN required.
• Masters preferred.
• RN - currently licensed in Massachusetts.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP required.
• C1SPEC - specialty certification within two years.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing care team to ensure safe, patient-centered care using the nursing process.
• Provide patient teaching and guide ancillary staff to maintain care standards.
• Maintain professional nursing standards and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Teaching

Education

RN licensure in MA

BSN required

Masters preferred

Graduate of approved School of Nursing

Tools

ACLS

PALS

NRP

C1SPEC certification

Job description

The Registered Professional Nurse functions as a health care team leader responsible for the safe delivery of patient-centered, goal oriented care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. The Registered Professional Nurse also directs and guides patient teaching and activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing.

JOB SUMMARY

Registered Nurse is the designation given to an individual who is licensed to practice professional nursing, holds ultimate responsibility for direct and indirect nursing care, is a graduate of an approved school for professional nursing, and is currently licensed as a Registered Nurse pursuant to M.G.L. c.112. Included in such responsibility is providing nursing care, health maintenance, teaching, counseling, planning and restoration for optimal functioning and comfort, of those they serve.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Has a thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures.
• Recognized by peers as an experienced and competent clinician.
• Active participant in informal staff education.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and compliance with BMC Service Excellence Standards required.
• Demonstrates dependability in maintaining a committed work schedule, acting as a role model for others.
• Demonstrates participation in activities that support the hospital’s mission and goals for outstanding patient care, (i.e., committee participation, QI participation, recent preceptor experience, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with evidence of accuracy.
• Demonstrates energy and enthusiasm required to motivate others toward change in a supportive manner.
• Demonstrates leadership ability in high stress situations. Maintains professional conduct in front of patients, families, physicians and staff at all times.
• Demonstrates the ability to utilize critical thinking skills.
• Sets example for staff behavior through professional attitude toward work.
• Understands concepts of professional nursing.
• Treats co-workers with dignity and respect.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• BSN required.
• Masters preferred.

Licensure & Certifications

• RN - Currently licensed as an RN in Massachusetts
• ACLS Required
• PALS Required
• NRP Required
• C1SPEC - Specialty certification within two years

Other Requirements

• Demonstrates continuing education in accordance with State regulations. Assures compliance with unit-specific scope of practice.
• Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetic that will enable these senses to function adequately so the requirements of the position can be fully met.

Other Addendum(s) Requirements

• Clinical Educator experience preferred.
• Five years of Critical Care experience is preferred.
• Minimum of five years current expertise in area of clinical practice required.
• Computer and audio visual skills.
• Arrhythmia trained.
• Teaching experience required.
• Critical Access Hospital experience strongly preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Title of position(s) supervised

• LPNs, Nursing Assistants, Unit Coordinators, Clerical Support, Technical Support, Safety Care Attendants