Nursing Unit Education Coordinator- Medical Surgical Oncology

UNC REX Healthcare; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Nursing Unit Educator, directly impacting patient care while developing educational programs for nursing staff. In this dual-role position, you will ensure high-quality care and foster a positive learning environment, essential for enhancing team skills and improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in NC required.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., BLS, ACLS, PALS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to patients.
• Develop and deliver educational initiatives for nursing staff.
• Serve as a clinical expert and resource for staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Leadership

Mentorship

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)

Master's degree in nursing (MSN) or education

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:

The Nursing Unit Educator is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care while simultaneously fostering a positive learning environment for nursing staff. This dual role involves direct patient care as well as the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the unit team.

Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care: Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to patients, following best practice guidelines and protocols. Direct patient care responsibilities should encompass an average of 24 hours per week/48 hours per pay period.
• Educational Duties: Develop and deliver educational initiatives, including orientation, continuing education, and competency assessments for nursing staff.
• Clinical Leadership: Serve as a clinical expert and resource for staff, ensuring high standards of nursing practice.
• Collaboration: Work closely with clinical leaders and multidisciplinary teams to identify and address learning needs and improve patient outcomes.
• Mentorship: Guide and support nursing staff in their professional development through coaching and feedback.

Other information:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) or equivalent experience and approved education required; Master's degree in nursing (MSN) or education preferred.
• Licensure: Current RN license in NC.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience required; previous experience in nursing education preferred.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., BLS, ACLS, PALS) and specialty national nursing certification for area as identified preferred.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Medical Surgical Oncology

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: PARDEEHOSP

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No