Nursing Unit Educator (Orthopedics)

UNC Health; Patton Park (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pardee UNC Health Care is seeking a Nursing Unit Educator to enhance patient care and foster a strong learning environment for nursing staff. The role combines direct patient care with development and evaluation of educational programs for the unit team.

The position requires a BSN or equivalent, NC RN licensure, and at least 3 years of clinical nursing experience, with MSN and nursing education experience preferred. This is a full-time onsite role within the Orthopedics unit.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN required or equivalent experience; MSN preferred.
• Licensure: Current RN license in NC.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience; nursing education experience preferred.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS and specialty nursing certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: provide comprehensive patient care with guidance to maintain quality standards.
• Educational Duties: develop and deliver orientation, continuing education, and competency assessments for nursing staff.
• Clinical Leadership: serve as clinical expert and resource for staff to uphold high nursing standards.
• Collaboration: work with clinical leaders and multidisciplinary teams to identify learning needs.
• Mentorship: guide nursing staff through coaching and feedback.

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

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: Orthopedics

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: PARDEEHOSP

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.