RN UNIT-BASED EDUCATOR - Emergency Department

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated clinical educator to enhance the competencies of nursing staff. This role involves coordinating education and training for clinical personnel, ensuring they meet professional standards and excel in patient care. You will be pivotal in mentoring new hires and collaborating with clinical leaders to identify educational needs. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will foster a culture of excellence and innovation in healthcare, making a significant impact on patient outcomes and staff development. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Benefits

PPO medical plan with no cost for employee-only coverage

100% coverage for preventive healthcare

Paid Time Off available day one

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and RN licensure required.
• 2 years of experience in an Emergency Department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate unit-based education for clinical staff and assist with competencies.
• Provide orientation and ongoing education for new hires and agency staff.
• Facilitate preceptor training and mentor nursing residents.

Skills

Emergency Department experience

Clinical education coordination

Nursing processes application

Mentorship and support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for coordinating unit-based education for UT Southwestern professional clinical staff and unlicensed assistive personnel with regard to orientation and clinical education to ensure staff are able to demonstrate current competencies and meet professional standards of practice within assigned areas.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education:
  Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing with licensure as a Registered Nurse by Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas.
• Experience:
  2 years work and experience in an Emergency Department.
• Licenses and Certifications:
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire
  (RN) REGISTERED NURSE by Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas. Upon Hire

JOB DUTIES

• Provides orientation, ongoing education and skills training for staff, including new hires and agency staff.
• Provides real-time input and just-in-time training on new and current staff's clinical practice.
• Regarded as clinical expert and role model in application of the nursing processes and evidence-based practice to manage the complex care needs of specific patient populations.
• Facilitates preceptor training, resident assignment, and preceptor competencies for specific unit.
• Assists unit leadership in initial and annual competencies for new and current clinical staff.
• Performs annual unit-specific needs assessment and ongoing educational gap analysis.
• Serves as a facilitator to nurse and patient care technician residents and actively mentors and supports their growth in the profession and clinical practice.
• Works collaboratively with clinical leaders to properly identify and prioritize goals and objectives to meet the needs of the department and/or organization.
• Provide educational programs on a formal and informal basis.
• Perform one staffing shift on your assigned unit, Biweekly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security:
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO Statement:
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.