EMS Educator- Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an EMS Educator I to lead EMS course coordination, deliver classroom and lab instruction, and supervise instructors. You will liaise with physicians, nurses, EMS staff, and pre-hospital providers to ensure curriculum adherence and timely communications.

Qualified candidates will have an Illinois RN license or National Registry EMT-P, BLS certification, and 3+ years EMS with teaching experience. On-site role with strong collaboration within the EMS education team.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Illinois or EMT-P with National Registry preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 3 years EMS or ECRN experience and 1 year teaching.
• EMS course coordination experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate EMS courses including classroom and lab instruction.
• Supervise instructors and evaluate learners.
• Communicate between hospital EMS Office and EMS Providers.
• Attend EMS System, Regional and State meetings.
• Support performance improvement projects and disaster drills.
• Assist in curriculum/resource requests and approvals.

Skills

EMS Experience

Teaching Experience

Course Coordination

Education

RN License (Illinois)

EMT-P License (National Registry preferred)

Tools

ESO system

NEMSIS data familiarity

Job description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

TheEMS Educator Ireflect the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of current EMS Act and IDPH Rules & Regulations.
• Assists the EMS Administrator/System Coordinator with special projects as directed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current National EMS Education Guidelines, CoAEMSP, CAAHEP, and National Registry.
• Abides by and enforces all EMS System policies and procedures.
• Is responsible for coordinating the respective EMS course to include classroom and lab instruction, scheduling the necessary number of instructors per course as appropriate, supervision of students, and evaluation of learning. Instructors may be internal and/or external staff.
• Is responsible for coordinating communications between the Resource Hospital and EMS System
• Providers in regards to the respective EMS course.
• In collaboration with the EMS Administrator/System Coordinator, submits requests for approval of
• educational materials, equipment, supplies, and additional faculty for each class taught; purchase requisitions for equipment needed for the course, and any other incurred costs.
• Monitors student and EMS Provider evaluations, and reports findings to EMS Administrator/System Coordinator.
• Updates all preceptors with the latest information on curriculum, science guidelines, policies and procedures, and training bulletins.
• Is available for all IDPH-EMS Administrative reviews to answer any questions from reviews. If problems are identified the educator will assist the EMS Administrator/System Coordinator in submitting a written plan of corrective action.
• Is available on-site, by phone or pager throughout the course with EMS Administrator/System Coordinator as back up.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, nurses, EMS/Trauma Staff, pre-hospital providers, students and staff of other hospital units in a timely manner as related to the EMS course.
• Attends all EMS System, Regional and State meetings assigned by the EMS Administrator/System Coordinator.
• Acts as a liaison between the EMS Providers and the EMS Office for the EMS course. Feedback will be communicated in a timely manner to the respective EMS Administrator/System Coordinator.
• Assists in performance improvement projects for EMS to include case reviews at the direction of EMS Administrator/System Coordinator.
• Organizes activities of EMS personnel within the hospital at the direction of EMS Administrator/System Coordinator. Educates hospital staff and EMS personnel regarding emergency services.
• Performs other related tasks and services to support the EMS function. Participates in disaster drills within hospital and local fire departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure:

Registered Nursing license issued by the State of Illinois OR Current EMT P license without restrictions (National Registry Preferred)

Certification:

BLS Certification through American Heart Association

Experience:

Three years EMS or ECRN experience

One year teaching experience

EMS course coordination experience (e.g., EMT, Paramedic, TNS)

Familiarity with NEMSIS data requirements and EMS electronic patient care reporting

Preferred:

• ACLS, PALS/PEPP/ENPC, and ITLS/PHTLS instructor
• Experience using ESO electronic patient care reporting system
• National Certification in area of specialty

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit ourBenefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.