Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Clinical Educator RN - Ambulatory Surgical Services - Sandy Springs

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Monday-Friday Shift Start Time 6:00 AM Shift End Time 3:00 PM Worker Sub-Type Regular Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s. Job Description This position will be 32hrs per week, consisting of 2 ten-hour shifts and 2 six-hour shifts. Assesses, plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates education for clinical employees which promotes clinical and professional development resulting in improved quality of care for patients and families. Performs duties associated with clinical practice, professional development, leadership and quality, and evidence-based practice. Develops and implements education plan for assigned unit to proactively support delivery of safe patient care. Experience 3 years of pediatric experience Preferred Qualifications Specialty certification or equivalent experience Nursing Professional Development (NPD) certification Master’s degree preferred. Experience in pediatric designated specialty area Experience in patient/family, clinical or community education Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Certification Summary Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the single state of Georgia or multi-state through the Enhanced Nurse Compact Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment or upon start of clinical shift if working in the Emergency Department (ED) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification from the American Heart Association within 1 year of employment as required by department specifications Professional Nursing certification deemed by department required upon one year of hire Knowledge Skills & Abilities Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Strong presentation skills to showcase credibility and effectiveness. Basic knowledge of adult learning principles in the design of educational activities to provide quality training materials. Proficiency in using professional technology tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management System (LMS). Job Responsibilities Orientation/Onboarding Facilitates onboarding of new employees which includes the process of orienting, socializing and integrating an employee to the organization with a focus on retention and growth. Develops and implements an individualized orientation plan to guide new employees to job competency or existing employees to changing roles and responsibilities. The orientation plan should align with system orientation programs such as but not limited to Patient Care Provider Orientation, Nurse Residency Program, PEDS Program. Coordinates logistics of orientation keeping all stakeholders informed. Competency Management Develops, coordinates, manages, evaluates, and documents expected outcomes and objectives to support the dynamic process of competency assessment, learning, and change. Promotes compliance with regulatory bodies standards, including the maintenance of educational records. Utilizes novice to expert continuum with developing employees. Education Aligns educational programs with organizational and strategic plans to include quality and safety trends. Conducts learning needs assessments and practices gap analyses through environmental scanning to achieve specific outcomes in identified deficits or opportunities for improvement in knowledge, skill, or attitude. Conducts educational planning to include continuing nursing education (CNE) or inter-professional continuing education, if desired, in accordance with accrediting agency requirements. Identifies desired outcomes and plans, designs, and delivers learning activities using adult learning concepts and instructional design principles to achieve specific outcomes for identified target audiences, which may include license and non-licensed healthcare personnel. Evaluates learning outcomes and revises educational activities and orientation programs based on data and feedback. Monitors resource allocation and utilization by considering cost-effectiveness of educational activities. Documents provided educational activities using LEAN methodology and Children’s current Learning Management System (LMS). Demonstrates proficiency in the use of Children’s LMS. Professional Role Development Advances the profession by identifying and developing strategies to facilitate a continuous process of role maturation for self and others. Fosters a culture of lifelong learning and professional development through role-modeling, mentoring and guidance. Promotes growth and development of leadership skills, accountability, clinical decision making, and problem-solving within self and others. Maintains clinical knowledge, skills and competence in the patient care setting as evidenced by the ability to deliver proficient direct age and developmentally appropriate safe patient care. (Examples of direct care could be side-by-side or group precepting of new nurses, providing clinical expertise in the practice setting, taking a patient assignment and/or acting as charge or resource nurse.) Engages in organizational committees (i.e. TEACH) and/or shared governance councils. Introduces and supports new ideas and initiatives; exhibits creativity and flexibility in times of change. Partners with leadership team to provide performance feedback during orientation and beyond to guide and direct employee role maturation and career development and advancement. Research/EBP/Quality Incorporate research, evidence-based practice (EBP), practice-based evidence and benchmarked best-practices into educational planning and to guide practice decisions. Participates in development and implementation of departmental process improvement plans and quality measurements. Collaborative Partnership Collaborates with partners and stakeholders to share expertise in planning and decision-making to achieve desired results. Supports academic and community partnerships. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 5445 Meridian Mark Rd Job Family Nursing-Bedside
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Clinical Educator (RN) - Case Management

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Variable Work Day(s) Monday-Friday Shift Start Time 8:00 AM Shift End Time 5:00 PM Worker Sub-Type Regular Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s. Job Description Assesses, plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates education for staff which promotes clinical and professional development resulting in improved quality of care for patients and families. Performs clinical practice, personnel management, fiscal management, and professional development. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Experience •Three years RN experience; pediatrics preferred Preferred Qualifications •Case management experience •Master’s degree preferably in Education •Experience in pediatric designated specialty area •Experience in patient/family, clinical, or community education •Teaching experience in staff development, patient/family education, or community education •EPIC experience highly preferred Education •Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) Certification Summary •Current Georgia license as a Registered Nurse •Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment (Optional for Utilization Review) •Specialty certification or equivalent experience (CCM, RN-BC), required within one year of hire •Nursing Professional Development (NPD) certification within four years of hire •InterQual Clinical Instructor Certification helpful Knowledge, Skills and Abilities •Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills •Strong presentation skills to showcase credibility and effectiveness •Basic knowledge of adult learning principles in the design of educational activities to provide quality training materials •Proficiency in using professional technology tools, such as Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management System (LMS) Job Responsibilities ORIENTATION/ONBOARDING 1. Facilitates onboarding of new employees, which includes the process of orienting, socializing, and integrating an employee to the organization, with a focus on retention and growth. 2. Develops and implements an individualized orientation plan to guide new employees to job competency or existing employees to changing roles and responsibilities. 3. Coordinates logistics of orientation, keeping all stakeholders informed. 4. Keeps current on new UR/CM systems’ releases and fixes and how they will impact the end users’ workflows. 5. Actively participates in UM committee meetings as well as other task forces, meetings, and activities that assist in the development of CM/UR staff. COMPETENCY MANAGEMENT 1. Develops, coordinates, manages, evaluates, and documents expected outcomes and objectives to support the dynamic process of competency assessment, learning, and change. 2. Promotes compliance with regulatory bodies' standards, including the maintenance of educational records. EDUCATION 1. Conducts learning needs assessments and practices gap analyses through environmental scanning to achieve specific outcomes in identified deficits or opportunities for improvement in knowledge, skill, or attitude. 2. Conducts educational planning to include continuing nursing education (CNE) or inter-professional continuing education, if desired, in accordance with accrediting agency requirements. 3. Identifies desired outcomes, and plans, designs, and delivers learning activities using adult learning concepts and instructional design principles to achieve specific outcomes for identified target audiences, which may include license and non-licensed healthcare personnel. 4. Evaluates learning outcomes and revises educational activities and orientation programs based on data and feedback. 5. Monitors resource allocation and utilization by considering cost-effectiveness of educational activities. 6. Documents provided educational activities using LEAN methodology and Children’s current Learning Management System (LMS). Demonstrates proficiency in the use of Children’s LMS. PROFESSIONAL ROLE DEVELOPMENT 1. Advances the profession by identifying and developing strategies to facilitate a continuous process of role maturation for self and others. 2. Fosters a culture of lifelong learning and professional development through role-modeling, mentoring, and guidance. 3. Promotes growth and development of leadership skills, accountability, clinical decision making, and problem-solving within self and others. 4. Engages in organizational committees (i.e. TEACH) and/or shared governance councils. 5. Introduces and supports new ideas and initiatives; exhibits creativity and flexibility in times of change. 6. Partners with leadership team to provide performance feedback during orientation and beyond to guide and direct employee role maturation and career development and advancement. RESEARCH/EBP/QUALITY 1. Incorporates research, evidence-based practice (EBP), practice-based evidence, and benchmarked best-practices into educational planning and to guide practice decisions. 2. Participates in development and implementation of departmental process improvement plans and quality measurements COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS 1. Collaborates with partners and stakeholders to share expertise in planning and decision making to achieve desired results. 2. Supports academic and community partnerships. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 2220 North Druid Hills Road Job Family Nursing-Bedside
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Resource and Education Nurse (CREN)

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Variable Work Day(s) Variable Shift Start Time 7:00 PM Shift End Time 7:30 AM Worker Sub-Type Regular Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s. Job Description The Clinical Resource and Education Nurse is a highly experienced registered nurse, who works with newly hired nurses through their first year in order to facilitate and evaluate learning immediately following the completion of a successful clinical orientation. They will partner to foster safe, competent practice as well as strengthen confidence in the clinical arena while building and facilitating a trusting relationship with teammates, physicians, and families. Experience Minimum 3 years of pediatric experience Preferred Qualifications Master degree in nursing or related field Formal mentor Formal Peer Supporter Education Graduate from accredited school of nursing Bachelor of Science in nursing or higher Certification Summary Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the single State of Georgia or Multi-State through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact BLS certification required PEARS or PALS Certification required Professional Nursing Certification deemed by department required upon one year of hire. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated competence in critical thinking, interpersonal, and technical skills Strong communication and organizational skills Self-motivated and directed Enthusiastic customer service skills Proficiency in using and navigating technology tools such as electronic medical record, Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management System (LMS) Job Responsibilities Technical Skills Acts as a resource for accessing policies and procedures. Acts as a resource for accessing resources available on the night shift (i.e. Vascular Access). Facilitates completion of the initial competencies’ checklist. Responds to phone calls within 15 minutes. Acts as a resource and assists with the technical training of new equipment, supplies, and instruments. Serve as a super user for various processes or new equipment. Maintains competence to provide and/or assist with clinical care. Critical Thinking Reviews patient assignment with new nurse to verify appropriateness and determine the plan for prioritizing patient care. Facilitates open communication between the new nurse and charge nurse. Serves as a resource in recognizing and responding to a deteriorating patient. Debriefs with the new nurse and appropriate staff following challenging events (rapid response, codes). Facilitates provider communication by utilizing SBAR and Call Decision Tree. Interpersonal Relations Personally, interacts with each new nurse at least two times per shift. Provides side by side education to individuals or groups. Promotes cohesive behavior among team members; actively promotes relationships with self, staff, and family. Models Children’s Service Excellence behaviors. Serves as a mentor. Collaborates with new nurses, unit management and/or department educators to monitor employee’s progress throughout their first year. Development (Fostering Clinical Knowledge) Participates in the educational process related to the delivery of healthcare. Provide applicable educational opportunities to all night shift employees. Maintains own professional growth and development. (Not be required to participate in the My Nursing Career Path Program, unless required by another job code). Fosters professional development of new nurses by providing constructive performance feedback through the designated documentation tool accessible to the new nurse’s unit leaders. Partners with unit leadership and new nurse to develop individualized developmental plan if needed. Serves as an educational resource, specific to established clinical protocols and guidelines, for new nurses. Responsible for designing, implementing, evaluating, and revising continuing education programs for new nurses as needed. Must be able to apply for continuing education credits for educational programs delivered. Must serve as a role model and provide the leadership needed to implement evidence-based practice. Supports and facilitates system/campus/unit-based process improvement initiatives. Engagement Fosters collegial relationships between team members, other departments, and medical staff members. Supports and maintains a therapeutic and professional environment. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 2220 North Druid Hills Road Job Family Nursing-Bedside
PruittHealth

Registered Nurse Educator

CLINICAL COMPETENCY COORDINATOR Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safety of all our nurses. Now is a great time to make a change and join one of the leading providers of post-acute care. PruittHealth will help you conquer your career goals. At PruittHealth, we are searching for nurses who are committed to serving our residents with care and compassion, and in return, we are committed to supporting your nursing career through annual merit increases, career growth programs, preceptorship, and more. JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for creating a culture of excellence and learning among staff, through role modeling, quality education, competency assessment and team building activities. Evaluation of care provided to patients is determined by assessing competency of clinical staff on an ongoing basis, evaluating care provided to patients by bedside observation of quantity and quality of clinical services, assessing staff’s demonstration of proper procedures and attitudes and reviewing medical records and documentation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Coordinates clinical competency assessment and training needs of clinical staff, based on ongoing evaluation, patient needs and acuity. 2. Provides relevant and creative education for clinical staff on a variety of topics, focusing on development of clinical skills, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills of partners. 3. Participates in the interview and selection process of clinical staff. 4. Completes initial competency assessment of clinical staff during orientation process, annually and as needed. 5. Identified and trains clinical staff who will serve as preceptors for new partners, using train-the-trainer approach. Oversee preceptor program and meet with preceptor team on a regular basis, to ensure that organizational standards, policies and procedures are maintained. 6. Conducts competency assessments to determine partner learning needs based on patient conditions and acuity. 7. Meets regularly with DHS to review learning needs, coordinate training and to implement plans for education and follow-up. 8. Communicates regularly with unit managers regarding new partner orientation and competency status and ongoing educational needs of unit staff. 9. Reviews with DHS outcomes of case mix and clinical meetings, in order to identify clinical learning needs for partners. 10. Participates in performance improvement activities. 11. Serves as Pruitt University system administrator for facility, providing training for partners and promoting ongoing use of this education tool among all partners. 12. Maintains documentation of all partner education in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures. 13. Develops and direct facility orientation program and training for new employees including general orientation to facility policies, procedures, philosophy of care and regulations that govern long term care. 14. Communicates and interpret policies and procedures to nursing staff. 15. Monitors practice for effective implementation. 16. Establishes and implement infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment and to prevent the development and transmission of disease and infection. 17. Conducts infection control surveillance activities to investigate, control and prevent infections in the facility. 18. Provides consultation to all departments on application of infection control principles and procedures to specific situations. 19. Conducts staff training and monitor performance particularly for proper hand washing, isolation techniques and universal precautions. 20. Implements workplace safety programs in the facility including hazard communication, occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and required record keeping of occupational illnesses and injuries. 21. Maintains material safety data sheets and exposure control plan for blood borne pathogens readily accessible to all staff, 24 hours a day. 22. Coordinates Hepatitis B Vaccination Program and post exposure evaluation and follow up requirement. 23. Maintains confidentiality of employee medical records. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES • Computer skills including Microsoft Word required, Excel and Power Point preferred. • Knowledge and use of Adult Learning Principles. • Work history should document volunteer or paid teaching experiences including competency assessment of skills. • Demonstrates excellent clinical assessment skills and ability to teach these skills to facility partners utilizing the principles of Adult Learning. • Maintains personal clinical competency through continuous use of Pruitt University and any other sources needed to maintain and improve skills, including training required by organization. • Participates in center/agency surveys (Licensure/JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports. • Attends and participates in continuing educational programs to keep abreast of changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification as required. • Attends and participates in mandatory in-services. • Honors patients/residents’ rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints. • Complies with corporate compliance program. • Reports job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary. • Follows established safety regulations, to include fire protection and prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc. • Follows established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment. MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or is a graduate of an accredited/approved RN program. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Experience in implementing and maintaining policy-driven practices is highly desirable; history of working with state/federal regulations a plus. Experience in providing patient, family and/or staff education strongly encouraged. Recent acute care or LTC experience. MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in state of practice. Current CPR (BLS) certification Within six (6) months of hire successful completion of organizational training programs: IV Certification, Pain Management, Wound Care, Respiratory Care, and CCC Certification. Within twelve (12) months obtain American Heart Association CPR Instructor certification. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications) CPR Instructor preferred. Certification by Nationally accredited Nursing Organization highly preferred (i.e. Gerontological Nursing, CRNI, or Certified Nurse Educator). Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference. We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth! As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Clinical Educator (RN) - Inpatient Aflac Hem/Onc & BMT Unit at Arthur M. Blank Hospital

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Shift Start Time Shift End Time Worker Sub-Type Regular Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s. Job Description Assesses, plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates education for clinical employees which promotes clinical and professional development resulting in improved quality of care for patients and families. Performs duties associated with clinical practice, professional development, leadership and quality, and evidence-based practice. Develops and implements education plan for assigned unit to proactively support delivery of safe patient care. Experience 3 years of pediatric experience Preferred Qualifications Specialty certification or equivalent experience Nursing Professional Development (NPD) certification Master’s degree preferred. Experience in pediatric designated specialty area Experience in patient/family, clinical or community education Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Certification Summary Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the single state of Georgia or multi-state through the Enhanced Nurse Compact Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment or upon start of clinical shift if working in the Emergency Department (ED) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification from the American Heart Association within 1 year of employment as required by department specifications Professional Nursing certification deemed by department required upon one year of hire Knowledge Skills & Abilities Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Strong presentation skills to showcase credibility and effectiveness. Basic knowledge of adult learning principles in the design of educational activities to provide quality training materials. Proficiency in using professional technology tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management System (LMS). Job Responsibilities Orientation/Onboarding Facilitates onboarding of new employees which includes the process of orienting, socializing and integrating an employee to the organization with a focus on retention and growth. Develops and implements an individualized orientation plan to guide new employees to job competency or existing employees to changing roles and responsibilities. The orientation plan should align with system orientation programs such as but not limited to Patient Care Provider Orientation, Nurse Residency Program, PEDS Program. Coordinates logistics of orientation keeping all stakeholders informed. Competency Management Develops, coordinates, manages, evaluates, and documents expected outcomes and objectives to support the dynamic process of competency assessment, learning, and change. Promotes compliance with regulatory bodies standards, including the maintenance of educational records. Utilizes novice to expert continuum with developing employees. Education Aligns educational programs with organizational and strategic plans to include quality and safety trends. Conducts learning needs assessments and practices gap analyses through environmental scanning to achieve specific outcomes in identified deficits or opportunities for improvement in knowledge, skill, or attitude. Conducts educational planning to include continuing nursing education (CNE) or inter-professional continuing education, if desired, in accordance with accrediting agency requirements. Identifies desired outcomes and plans, designs, and delivers learning activities using adult learning concepts and instructional design principles to achieve specific outcomes for identified target audiences, which may include license and non-licensed healthcare personnel. Evaluates learning outcomes and revises educational activities and orientation programs based on data and feedback. Monitors resource allocation and utilization by considering cost-effectiveness of educational activities. Documents provided educational activities using LEAN methodology and Children’s current Learning Management System (LMS). Demonstrates proficiency in the use of Children’s LMS. Professional Role Development Advances the profession by identifying and developing strategies to facilitate a continuous process of role maturation for self and others. Fosters a culture of lifelong learning and professional development through role-modeling, mentoring and guidance. Promotes growth and development of leadership skills, accountability, clinical decision making, and problem-solving within self and others. Maintains clinical knowledge, skills and competence in the patient care setting as evidenced by the ability to deliver proficient direct age and developmentally appropriate safe patient care. (Examples of direct care could be side-by-side or group precepting of new nurses, providing clinical expertise in the practice setting, taking a patient assignment and/or acting as charge or resource nurse.) Engages in organizational committees (i.e. TEACH) and/or shared governance councils. Introduces and supports new ideas and initiatives; exhibits creativity and flexibility in times of change. Partners with leadership team to provide performance feedback during orientation and beyond to guide and direct employee role maturation and career development and advancement. Research/EBP/Quality Incorporate research, evidence-based practice (EBP), practice-based evidence and benchmarked best-practices into educational planning and to guide practice decisions. Participates in development and implementation of departmental process improvement plans and quality measurements. Collaborative Partnership Collaborates with partners and stakeholders to share expertise in planning and decision-making to achieve desired results. Supports academic and community partnerships. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 2220 North Druid Hills Road Job Family Nursing-Bedside
Northside Hospital

Service Coordinator- RN Diabetes Nutrition Education

Overview Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today. Responsibilities This position coordinates the nursing activities between multiple service areas of a department. Provides care and/or service to neonates, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED Graduate from an accredited school of nursing and licensed in the state of Georgia. Demonstrated proficiency in skills applicable to designated area within probationary period. Four (4) years of experience in nursing, with minimum of two (2) years in area of specialty. Demonstrated ability to set priorities, coordinates diversified and multiple activities, and make appropriate clinical and managerial decisions. Must possess advanced problem solving skills. Successful completion of a management course prior to appointment, or within six (6) months of employment. Certified in cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Work Hours: 8-4:30 Weekend Requirements: Yes- Rotating Basis
PruittHealth

Registered Nurse Educator

CLINICAL COMPETENCY COORDINATOR Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safety of all our nurses. Now is a great time to make a change and join one of the leading providers of post-acute care. PruittHealth will help you conquer your career goals. At PruittHealth, we are searching for nurses who are committed to serving our residents with care and compassion, and in return, we are committed to supporting your nursing career through annual merit increases, career growth programs, preceptorship, and more. JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for creating a culture of excellence and learning among staff, through role modeling, quality education, competency assessment and team building activities. Evaluation of care provided to patients is determined by assessing competency of clinical staff on an ongoing basis, evaluating care provided to patients by bedside observation of quantity and quality of clinical services, assessing staff’s demonstration of proper procedures and attitudes and reviewing medical records and documentation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Coordinates clinical competency assessment and training needs of clinical staff, based on ongoing evaluation, patient needs and acuity. 2. Provides relevant and creative education for clinical staff on a variety of topics, focusing on development of clinical skills, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills of partners. 3. Participates in the interview and selection process of clinical staff. 4. Completes initial competency assessment of clinical staff during orientation process, annually and as needed. 5. Identified and trains clinical staff who will serve as preceptors for new partners, using train-the-trainer approach. Oversee preceptor program and meet with preceptor team on a regular basis, to ensure that organizational standards, policies and procedures are maintained. 6. Conducts competency assessments to determine partner learning needs based on patient conditions and acuity. 7. Meets regularly with DHS to review learning needs, coordinate training and to implement plans for education and follow-up. 8. Communicates regularly with unit managers regarding new partner orientation and competency status and ongoing educational needs of unit staff. 9. Reviews with DHS outcomes of case mix and clinical meetings, in order to identify clinical learning needs for partners. 10. Participates in performance improvement activities. 11. Serves as Pruitt University system administrator for facility, providing training for partners and promoting ongoing use of this education tool among all partners. 12. Maintains documentation of all partner education in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures. 13. Develops and direct facility orientation program and training for new employees including general orientation to facility policies, procedures, philosophy of care and regulations that govern long term care. 14. Communicates and interpret policies and procedures to nursing staff. 15. Monitors practice for effective implementation. 16. Establishes and implement infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment and to prevent the development and transmission of disease and infection. 17. Conducts infection control surveillance activities to investigate, control and prevent infections in the facility. 18. Provides consultation to all departments on application of infection control principles and procedures to specific situations. 19. Conducts staff training and monitor performance particularly for proper hand washing, isolation techniques and universal precautions. 20. Implements workplace safety programs in the facility including hazard communication, occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and required record keeping of occupational illnesses and injuries. 21. Maintains material safety data sheets and exposure control plan for blood borne pathogens readily accessible to all staff, 24 hours a day. 22. Coordinates Hepatitis B Vaccination Program and post exposure evaluation and follow up requirement. 23. Maintains confidentiality of employee medical records. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES • Computer skills including Microsoft Word required, Excel and Power Point preferred. • Knowledge and use of Adult Learning Principles. • Work history should document volunteer or paid teaching experiences including competency assessment of skills. • Demonstrates excellent clinical assessment skills and ability to teach these skills to facility partners utilizing the principles of Adult Learning. • Maintains personal clinical competency through continuous use of Pruitt University and any other sources needed to maintain and improve skills, including training required by organization. • Participates in center/agency surveys (Licensure/JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports. • Attends and participates in continuing educational programs to keep abreast of changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification as required. • Attends and participates in mandatory in-services. • Honors patients/residents’ rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints. • Complies with corporate compliance program. • Reports job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary. • Follows established safety regulations, to include fire protection and prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc. • Follows established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment. MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or is a graduate of an accredited/approved RN program. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Experience in implementing and maintaining policy-driven practices is highly desirable; history of working with state/federal regulations a plus. Experience in providing patient, family and/or staff education strongly encouraged. Recent acute care or LTC experience. MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in state of practice. Current CPR (BLS) certification Within six (6) months of hire successful completion of organizational training programs: IV Certification, Pain Management, Wound Care, Respiratory Care, and CCC Certification. Within twelve (12) months obtain American Heart Association CPR Instructor certification. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications) CPR Instructor preferred. Certification by Nationally accredited Nursing Organization highly preferred (i.e. Gerontological Nursing, CRNI, or Certified Nurse Educator). Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference. We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth! As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com