Nurse Educator (RN) - Pediatric/PICU (UPMC Harrisburg)

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Educator to oversee educational opportunities in the Pediatric department. This full-time role involves delivering nursing education, mentoring staff, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. You'll develop and maintain relationships, promote patient education, and lead major projects, all while enjoying a flexible work environment. If you're passionate about nursing education and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Team-oriented atmosphere

Career ladder opportunities

Qualifications

• Deliver nursing education, including orientation and continuing education.
• Assess, plan, and provide educational programs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive relationships and facilitate understanding among staff.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts using evidence-based practice.
• Facilitate orientation and continuing education programs for staff.

Skills

Nursing Education

Mentoring

Communication Skills

Quality Improvement

Patient Education

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Specialty Certification

Job description

Nurse Educator (RN) - Pediatric/PICU (UPMC Harrisburg)

The Nurse Educator will oversee education opportunities for the Pediatric department at UPMC Harrisburg.

This department includes a PICU that will also be supported by this position.

Position Details:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, salaried position
• Travel within Central PA region
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, primarily dayshift; no holidays and minimal weekends, with advanced planning for staff education, orientation, and onboarding

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialty Certification
• Flexible work environment
• Team-oriented atmosphere
• Autonomous role

Career Ladder: We support and recognize our Educators through a dedicated career ladder. Candidates will be considered for levels based on education and experience:

• Nurse Educator
• Clinical Education Specialist (CES)
• Advanced Clinical Education Specialist

Purpose: The Nurse Educator, a registered nurse, is responsible for delivering nursing education, including orientation, continuing education, and ongoing staff support. The role requires assessing, planning, and providing educational programs as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain positive relationships internally and externally, mentoring and modeling effective communication, building trust, and fostering transparency. Convey information clearly to engage the audience and facilitate understanding.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts, utilizing research and evidence-based practice to enhance clinical care. Identify opportunities for improvement and support implementation.
• Receive and incorporate feedback constructively. Mentor new staff and preceptors, serve as a resource for patients and staff, and participate in performance improvement projects. Pursue professional development and certifications, and engage with professional organizations.
• Facilitate orientation and continuing education programs, teaching staff how to manage patient care using the nursing process. Develop standards, policies, and educational materials based on clinical needs and organizational resources. Promote patient education and staff initiatives for improved care.
• Lead major hospital projects, take responsibility for complex assignments, and apply creative problem-solving strategies. Facilitate student experiences as appropriate.
• Assist in verifying competencies of direct care staff, ensuring training addresses knowledge and skill gaps, and that all staff meet required competencies.