Registered Nurse, RN - Educator, Operating Room

Tufts Medicine; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine's Lowell General Hospital is seeking a RN Educator for the Operating Room to promote excellence in nursing education and translate theory into practice on the OR.

The educator will develop and evaluate educational programs, coordinate staff orientation, and deliver competence-based trainings to advance patient care.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN Licensure is required.
• 3 years of RN experience.
• Current BLS Certification.
• BSN required.
• Master’s degree preferred in Health Administration, Nursing, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conducts evaluation of educational activities for future programming.
• Collaborates with leadership to develop and evaluate programs.
• Develops content and strategies to meet learning needs.
• Coordinates orientation of nursing staff.
• Delivers competence-based programs to improve skills and retention.
• Evaluates effectiveness of educational programming.
• Leads committees or projects implementing educational activities.

Skills

RN experience

OR experience

BLS certification

Microsoft Office

Education

BSN

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Registered Nurse, RN - Educator, Operating RoomApply: Lowell General Hospital: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R26557**Job Overview**The RN Educator promotes excellence and innovation in nursing care, contributes to the growth and development of nursing staff through education activities, and facilitates the application of nursing theory to clinical practice consistent with all regulatory agencies. **Location**: Operating Room - Main Campus**Hours**: 40 Hours (Full Time)**Shift** Days **Job Description****Minimum Qualifications:** 1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.2. 3 Years of RN Experience.3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.4. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). **Preferred Qualifications:**1.Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field. **Preferred Qualifications:**1.Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field.**Duties and Responsibilities:** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. * Conducts a comprehensive evaluation of all educational activities and utilizes this data for future programming.* Collaborates with leadership and staff to develop and evaluate educational programs.* Develops content and strategies to meet learning needs.* Coordinates orientation of nursing staff to the organization/unit.* Provides educational opportunities that benefit nurses at all stages of their career.* Delivers competence-based programs for nursing staff with a focus upon improvement of skills and retention of knowledge.* Evaluates the effectiveness of educational programming.* Evaluates and makes recommendations about Performance Improvement issues relevant to areas of nursing practice and patient care.* Encourages and promotes collaboration between staff members and hospital departments.* Acts as a role model for clinical excellence and promotion of professional practice.* Assists in clinical problem-solving and the development of critical thinking skills.* Maintains a current level of clinical expertise.* Collaborates with leadership to recommend educational strategies for the implementation clinical standards.* Consults with staff regarding individual learning needs.* Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support those changes.* Leads committees and/or projects related to the implementation of educational activities. **Physical Requirements:** 1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. **Skills & Abilities:**1. Demonstrates advanced capabilities in the diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of human responses to actual or potential health problems.2. Ability to be organized and systematic.3. Ability to prioritize and simultaneously work on multiple tasks and projects.4. Basic Microsoft Office computer skills. **About Lowell General**For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most. **About Tufts Medicine**A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.**Pay Range:**$91,879.42 - $117,150.49*based on full-time equivalent*