Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - RN Educator - Pediatrics

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical plan

Dental plan

Job summary

OU Health is seeking an Experienced RN Educator in Pediatrics to lead staff development and inservice programs within the Clinical Education department. The role focuses on aligning nursing practice with OU Health values while building competency and quality improvement initiatives.

The position requires a BSN, 3 years of RN teaching experience, and current RN licensure with BLS certification. Masters preferred and a strong ability to plan, implement, and evaluate education sessions is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; Master's in Nursing preferred.
• 3 years of RN experience in the area of teaching.
• Current RN license (OK or multi-state via eNLC) required.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Align behaviors with OU Health values and nursing practice standards.
• Plan, implement, evaluate and document staff development and inservice.
• Develop criteria to evaluate staff needs and program effectiveness.
• Coordinate competency development, verification and maintenance.
• Coordinate nursing orientation program.
• Lead quality improvement activities and age-appropriate care programs.
• Plan and evaluate Preceptor Program; coordinate CPR training per AHA.

Skills

Nursing theory

Program planning

Communication skills

Cultural competence

Interpersonal skills

Research literacy

Independent work

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Position Title: Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - RN Educator - Pediatrics Department: Clinical Education

General Description: Under general supervision, performs professional work in all phases of a comprehensive staff development and training program for an assigned unit. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health's core values of putting Patients First, pursuing Relentless Excellence, showing Integrity, seeking Inclusion for all staff and patients, always Learning, and valuing Teamwork.

Essential Responsibilities

• Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains nursing professional practice standards.
• Responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting staff development and inservice.
• Develops criteria to evaluate needs of the staff and measure the effectiveness of training programs.
• Coordinates and facilitates competency development, verification and maintenance activities.
• Responsible for coordinating nursing orientation program.
• Coordinates and facilitates quality improvement activities and assessing the implementation of age and culturally appropriate care programs.
• Plans, implements and evaluates Preceptor Program. Coordinates CPR training that meets the American Heart association requirements and is in compliance with TJC standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required. Master's in Nursing preferred.

Experience

3 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse in the specified area of teaching.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required

• Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)).
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
• Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
• Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients.
• Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient's best interest.
• Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
• Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.
• Must have good presentation and communication and written skills.
• Ability to be creative and innovative in program development.
• Must be able to work independently and research material when developing education sessions.
• Must be able to read and critique research findings for application practice.
• Must have computer skills.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.

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