RN Educator

Astrana Health, Inc.; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in California seeks an RN Educator to design and implement educational programs and develop nursing staff skills. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of clinical experience, a Bachelor's in Nursing, and active RN licensure in California. Responsibilities include orientation for new hires and conducting educational needs assessments. The position offers full-time employment with competitive compensation ranging from $113,000 to $170,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Active, current, and unencumbered Licensure as a Registered Nurse in California.
• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.
• Three years of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct annual staff educational needs assessments.
• Responsible for orientation of new hires into the hospital.
• Facilitates training and learning activities through education programs.

Skills

Active Licensure as a Registered Nurse in California

Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English

Flexibility in work schedule

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing

Tools

AHA Basic Life Support

AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Job description

RN Educator

Department: 8720-Nursing Admin

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 ("HOSPITAL")

Reporting To: Michelle Mckoy Diaz

Compensation: $113 - $170 / year

Description

The Clinical Educator - RN is responsible for the planning, design and implementation of education programs/services and professional development of assigned staff. Works closely with nursing directors and/or department managers on the educational needs assessment and orientation programs for staff, in the assigned specialty. Ensures that competencies and skills are current and relevant for the nursing staff. Functions as a resource for educational issues throughout the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• EDUCATIONAL NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: Conducts annual staff educational needs assessments and works with other health care professionals to ensure quality programs. Participates in staff competency assessments and validation, skill fairs and community events. Collaborates to ensure consistency and continuity of education programs.
• ORIENTATION AND COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: Responsible for the orientation of new hires into the hospital and assists with new grad education program. Provides ongoing assessment of staff learning needs and ensures that competencies and skills are current and relevant.
• PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION PRACTICE: Facilitates training and learning activities through development of education programs and materials. Delivers educational programs through formal and informal means, makes effective and efficient use of time and resources, manages learning environment, and assists learner to identify learning needs. Gives direction and feedback to participants as needed.
• COMMUNICATION: Operates as a positive influence, identifying, influencing, and facilitating changes in policies, procedures and legislation, by promoting staff competence and understanding of issues.
• DATA COLLECTION AND DOCUMENTATION: Participates in the collection of quality improvement data, research utilization projects, and group research projects relating to clinical needs. Ensures all Educational Training Program (ETP) documentation is accurate, complete and submitted. Ensures activities are compliant with all legal and certification requirements and hospital-wide standards of care.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Required Qualifications: Active, current, and unencumbered Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing
• AHA Basic Life Support
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to maintain flexibility and composure in a constantly changing environment
• Three (3) years of clinical experience
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Master of Science Nursing
• Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) or certification in specialty area
• Instructor status for BLS and ACLS