RN/Registered Nurse - Unit Educator Cardiac Cath/Ep Lab - FT (Olathe)

The University of Kansas Health System; Olathe (KS); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package

Tuition reimbursement

401(a) retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Résumé du poste

A major healthcare provider in Kansas is seeking a full-time RN/Registered Nurse to serve as a Unit Educator in the Cardiac Cath/Ep Lab. The position focuses on improving nursing skills and teamwork, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and hold a valid RN license in Kansas. Benefits include a comprehensive wellness program and tuition reimbursement. Join a culture prioritizing patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) in the State of Kansas.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsabilités

• Collaborates with the healthcare team for quality patient care.
• Mentors staff in clinical competencies and professional behaviors.
• Implements various teaching strategies to meet learning needs.
• Organizes new employee orientation and competency assessments.

Connaissances

Leadership

Mentoring

Team Collaboration

Communication

Formation

Bachelor Degree Nursing

Master Degree Nursing

Description du poste

RN/Registered Nurse - Unit Educator Cardiac Cath/Ep Lab - FT (Olathe)

Our nurses are leaders and decision makers, working closely with physicians to provide the best care and most advanced treatments. On our team, you’ll work in an environment of respect and professionalism, and you’ll have the support to advance your nursing career in the direction you choose. Find out more about the wide variety of opportunities for nurses at The University of Kansas Health System.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

Position Summary / Career Interest: We are currently hiring for a Unit Educator Cath Ep Lab.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Collaborates with the health care team to ensure safe, effective, evidence-based and quality patient care. Supports the provision of patient care by working with the Nurse
• Manager(s) and Unit Coordinator(s) to provide strategies for floor coverage when needs arise.
• Actively mentors all staff (including weekend and night staff) in ongoing development of clinical competencies and professional behaviors and communication.
• Assesses unit and individual learning needs, considering generational and cultural differences.
• Implements alternative and varied teaching strategies to meet learner needs.
• Assures that processes are in place for documentation of orientation and other educational activities, and that employee files meet hospital and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitates ongoing unit education and professionalism through the provision of in-services and CEU opportunities, promoting national certification, and providing resources and support for the development of professional portfolios.
• Models evidence-based practice and participates in the development and review of policies and procedures.
• Organizes new employee orientation on unit by scheduling preceptors and times, intermittent follow-up, and providing oversight of orientation and competency of unit staff.
• Supports performance improvement initiatives and educates and facilitates performance improvement methodologies such as PDCA and small tests of change.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree Nursing from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master Degree Nursing from an accredited college or university.

Required Licensure and Certification

• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing in State of Kansas
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) BLS within 14 days

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

The main reason I love coming to work is because of the amazing team. We promote a nursing culture that encourages kindness and teamwork, and I absolutely love that about our hospital. – Riley Ferree, RN

Our robust medical, dental and vision package allows you to choose options that are best for your family. We offer life, disability, and accident insurance plus voluntary offerings such as critical illness insurance and identity theft protection.

Giving back

In addition to the quality healthcare we provide, we have opportunities to serve externally in our community in activities throughout the year.

Team-based culture

At the health system, we are a team. If you are highly skilled and motivated but don’t want to work in an “everyone for themselves” culture like many academic institutions have, this is your place.

Support and Resources

We have a comprehensive wellness program with resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional health. Our new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) includes free counseling sessions and legal advice options.

Tuition Reimbursement

We offer tuition reimbursement for formal education credits.

401(a)

We offer a retirement savings plan with an employer contribute.

Success Profile

What makes a successful Nurse at The University of Kansas Health System? Review the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right combination.

• Acccountable to Team
• Takes Initiative
• Possesses Integrity
• Desire to Grow & Develop

Our Culture

• Work with a team that supports you, in a place where you will feel you belong and will make a difference. We empower staff to put the patient first in all things – even beyond clinical care. We value people.
• Driven to serve: Every employee makes an impact, regardless of your role – no matter if you’re in scheduling, facilities or clinical staff. We know that each step of the process ultimately impacts the patient.
• Our leadership is approachable, open-minded, and adaptable to challenges in healthcare.
• We demonstrate values proudly and consistently. Values such as diversity and inclusion are important to our staff; there is a desire to see this reflected by the health system internally and externally.
• Even though we are a large organization, our employees feel the health system’s resources, culture and commitment to quality allow them to provide exceptional care for patients.
• Our health system welcomes patients and cases that other hospitals cannot. This represents our commitment to care and our passion to challenge ourselves and be the best.
• We are a true healthcare leader in the region, rooted in experience and excellence.
• We offer unique opportunities for professional development, as well as convenient pathways for onsite continuing education among healthcare professionals and staff – from GED to CEUs.
• We make a difference in our communities by improving the health and lives of our patients.
• We also support our communities through Health System Employees Reaching Out events.