Procedural Area Nurse Educator

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health is seeking a Procedural Area Nurse Educator to enhance nursing education. This role involves developing clinical orientations, mentoring staff, and ensuring the quality of nursing education. A strong focus on promoting collaborative patient care will be key to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalency required.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Utah required.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in defined areas.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers clinical nursing orientation for defined areas.
• Evaluates effectiveness of education programs and develops new educational strategies.
• Provides support in educating patients and families.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical competence

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

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Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position has responsibility for the development and administration of population specific education for staff. The Nurse Educator coordinates, facilitates and/or teaches unit/specialty classes and is responsible to maintain unit education records and oversee staff education files. The nurse educator also acts as a catalyst for change and adapts to change in a positive and professional manner. The Nurse Educator understands and promotes University of Utah Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Initiatives. They exemplify and role model the Exceptional Patient Experience culture. This position may require the provision of direct patient care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position has responsibility for the development and administration of population specific education for staff. The Nurse Educator coordinates, facilitates and/or teaches unit/specialty classes and is responsible to maintain unit education records and oversee staff education files. The nurse educator also acts as a catalyst for change and adapts to change in a positive and professional manner. The Nurse Educator understands and promotes University of Utah Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Initiatives. They exemplify and role model the Exceptional Patient Experience culture. This position may require the provision of direct patient care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers clinical nursing orientation for defined areas and provides ongoing support as a mentor for existing and newly hired staff.
• Evaluates effectiveness of education programs and develops new education as appropriate to meet the needs of the department and staff.
• Provides nursing and technical staff with support in their role as patient and family educators.
• May function as staff nurse in the labs as patient care needs necessitate.
• Responsible for performing all of the essential functions of the Procedural Nurse.
• Maintains strong clinical presence on the unit(s) and clinical competence by working side by side with new staff, preceptors, charge nurses and existing staff to provide patient care.
• Takes an active role as the lead preceptor for the unit by assigning staff to preceptor roles or directly precepting new staff. Assesses knowledge, skills, and competency of new staff and provides support for unit preceptors. Guides and directs staff preceptors by developing and monitoring training, timelines, goals and expectations for new staff.
• Assesses ongoing needs of staff. Based on needs, develops and maintains unit clinical competencies, skills and knowledge in collaboration with unit leadership and Clinical Staff Education.
• Maintains accurate and timely education records.
• Maintains and models clinical and professional expertise by being conversant with current literature and practice. Develops productive and collegial relationships with other clinicians, educators, quality and leadership.
• Participates in Clinical Education Committee including facilitating and communicating education information to defined areas of responsibility.
• Works with Nursing Education to coordinate assignment of nursing students to the procedural area. Works directly with students during their rotations.
• May be available on a rotational call schedule for procedures after normal hours. Participates in on call assignments during non-business hours such as weekends, holidays and after hours.
• Collaborates with CNC and or unit management team in performing leadership and operational responsibilities.
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in defined areas and department standards.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to speak effectively before groups and/or teach classes.
• Demonstrated proficiency in relevant software applications.
• Ability to teach and support the instruction of the organization's electronic medical records and other clinical computer programs.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
  
  

QualificationsRequired

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalency.
  
  

Licenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider ALS eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The ALS eCredential is to be obtained within 90 days of hire
  
  

* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Preferred

Qualifications (Preferred)

• RCIS or RCES Certification.
• Master's degree in nursing, education, or related field.
• Trainer certification or equivalency preferred at hire or obtain within one year of hire.
  
  

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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