RN Clinical Educator (Baptist/Bayou Region- SNPD)

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to making a difference in patient care. This role as a teacher and facilitator involves collaborating with nursing staff to implement educational goals that enhance patient outcomes. With a focus on assessing needs and developing training activities, you will play a vital role in the continuous improvement of healthcare processes. If you have a passion for education and nursing, and you thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career while making a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 3 years of nursing experience required.
• Proficiency in computer and web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate educational programs based on needs.
• Coordinate training facilities and resources.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job serves as the teacher/facilitator/consultant who works collaboratively with nursing and organizational management to implement the educational goals for the company. The role involves assessing needs, planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating education and training activities. It also includes assisting personnel to acquire, maintain, or improve psychomotor, cognitive, and affective learning to enhance patient care outcomes and improve processes and management systems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This description summarizes the primary duties and responsibilities of the job. It is not exhaustive, and contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in nursing.

Work Experience

• Required: 3 years of nursing experience.

Certifications

• Required: Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in computer, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Time management skills and ability to handle interruptions and changing priorities.
• Ability to work under stress, remaining objective and professional.
• Flexibility to work a schedule that may include weekends, holidays, and on-call hours.

Job Duties

• Assess, design, present, and evaluate educational programs based on identified needs.
• Participate in professional groups and associations.
• Function as a performance consultant.
• Coordinate training facilities and resources.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Other responsibilities include staying updated on relevant laws, standards, and regulations to ensure compliance, and maintaining adherence to the company's compliance and privacy standards. The physical demands involve medium work, with the ability to exert force as needed, and working in a healthcare environment with potential occupational risks.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied through our careers website.

Note: Individuals residing and working in certain states are not eligible for remote positions.

For accessibility or accommodation requests, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 or [e-mail].

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to protected classes.