Overview Plans, manages, and evaluates clinical orientation and ongoing education and training programs for VNS Health CMO LPNs, RNs, NPs, and physicians. Collaborates with leadership in the delivery of new hire and ongoing clinical education and competency development. Develops new and modifies existing curriculum and training materials to ensure all clinical training and educational needs are met. Recommends and implements approved changes to ensure effective clinical education and training support for field operations. Partners with peers to develop clinical standards, guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulations. Facilitates consistency of dissemination of standardized clinical education policies, procedures and programs. Works under general direction. What We Provide Referral bonus opportunities Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Employer-matched 401k retirement saving program and opportunity for both pre- and post-tax contributions Personal and financial wellness programs Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care and commuter transit program Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees Opportunities for professional growth, career advancement and CEU credits What You Will Do Manages and delivers program specific clinical education programs designed to foster high quality care through implementation of evidence based practice, performance improvement activities, and professional staff development. Collaborates with Education staff in the development of an annual training calendar to ensure a coordinated approach to ongoing programs. Ensures clinical education programs are aligned with CMS Triple Aim framework: improving the patient’s experience of care (including quality and satisfaction), improving the health of populations, and reducing the per capita cost of healthcare. Ensures clinical education programs address patient/member centered needs. Identifies and communicates protocols and standards of care for a cultural and demographic diverse patient population; provides education intervention guidelines based on these population health needs. Collaborates with medical leadership to ensure orientation and ongoing professional meet the needs of medical and advance nurse practitioners staff, and other clinicians. Manages implementation so such programs. Ensures that development and delivery of programs meet the strategic objectives of specific programs. Ensures all clinical education programs are in accordance with standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations and VNS Health policies and procedures. Reviews program specific educational program outcomes and program evaluations to determine areas for improvement and makes recommendations for change and/or new programs for clinical education as appropriate. Presents improvement strategies to department leadership. Trains and/or oversees training of new and/or current Nurse Practitioners and Physicians, which includes pre-admission F2F visits, assessment, diagnosis, ordering and interpreting appropriate tests, and prescribing appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities and DME. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members and providers regarding health care recommendations for patients. Trains and/or oversees training of new and current staff in VNS Health philosophy, policy, standards, procedures, documentation, models for service delivery and efficient, productive, cost-effective work processes. Monitors and evaluates performance of newly hired staff and staff referred on for remedial or additional training. Counsels, disciplines, terminates or extends probation for staff based on performance during introductory, probationary or training period. Designs new and modifies existing educational curriculum and training materials to ensure staff has current knowledge and competencies to meet program contractual and regulatory compliance. Conducts educational needs assessment in collaboration with operations staff to identify learning needs among staff. Analyzes and utilizes assessment data to plan for program educational sessions. Develops education programs such as workshops and/or group learning activities; follows up to ensure programs are effectively implemented. Identifies performance issues and develops performance improvement plans for tenured employees in collaboration with program management. Evaluates competency and performance in conjunction with program management. Reviews and evaluates clinical orientation and ongoing educational program outcomes to determine areas for improvement and recommends changes to current orientation program as appropriate. Participates in the development of revised programs and/or materials. Communicates ongoing e-learning opportunities. Evaluates e-learning usage and effectiveness; identifies opportunities for distance learning. Analyzes course evaluations in order to evaluate effectiveness of training sessions and to implement improvements. Participates in the development of annual clinical education strategic goals and objectives. Utilizes resources and practices sound fiscal responsibility; provides input for the development of the department budget. Monitors expenditures and ensures compliance with budgetary constraints. Collaborates with Quality department in the development of and implementation of education related training programs. Ensures program content is presented in a manner that promotes learning and enables trainees to meet competency requirements. Demonstrates services excellence and creates and implements education and training programs which are centered on the goals and strategies of VNS Health. Performs other supervisory related duties and projects as assigned. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: Current license and registration to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in New York State required Certification in Nursing Education preferred Education: Master's Degree in nursing required PhD in nursing preferred Work Experience: Minimum four years of clinical nursing experience required Minimum two years of advanced practice nursing/Nurse Practitioner experience required Experience in a home care, palliative or hospice setting preferred Minimum of two years of experience in education and training required Knowledge of health care delivery systems, patient care, care coordination, and clinical processes required Experience assessing and designing clinical education programs preferred Experience in a health care setting in a teaching capacity with an understanding of adult education and learning processes preferred Effective oral and written communication, presentation, analytical, coaching and organizational skills required Knowledge of computer applications required Pay Range USD $98,200.00 - USD $130,800.00 /Yr. About Us VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day.
Baptist Health is the region’s largest not-for-profit healthcare organization, with 12 hospitals, over 28,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. With internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences, Baptist Health is supported by philanthropy and driven by its faith-based mission of medical excellence. For 25 years, we’ve been named one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, and in the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health was the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, earning 45 high-performing honors. What truly sets us apart is our people. At Baptist Health, we create personal connections with our colleagues that go beyond the workplace, and we form meaningful relationships with patients and their families that extend beyond delivering care. Many of us have walked in our patients’ shoes ourselves and that shared experience fuels out commitment to compassion and quality. Our culture is rooted in purpose, and every team member plays a part in making a positive impact – because when it comes to caring for people, we’re all in. Description: This position is recognized for clinical expertise directly supporting the educational needs of clinical advanced practice providers (APPs) in an area of specialization for the advancement of clinical practice and professional development. The position entails the utilization of education, planning and coordination that demonstrates expertise in clinical practice. Participates in the collaboration and consultation with administrative disciplines for new programs and service improvement. Utilizes research principles to facilitate and promote evidence based practice. The Clinical APP Education Specialist is competent in medical diagnosis, treatment, ordering & prescribing of medications, etc. Works directly with staff, administration, operational leadership, physicians, patients and families to coordinate patient care and ensure the highest quality of care across the continuum as an expert in selected practice areas. Will integrate current knowledge of professional issues, trends in health care and technological advances into their scope of practice. The Clinical APP Education Specialist must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Supports the mission and vision of BHSF, and the Advanced Practice Providers Team. Estimated salary range for this position is $126148.63 - $167777.68 / year depending on experience. Qualifications: Degrees: Masters. Additional Qualifications: Florida Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) License or Physician Assistant License required. 8 years of APP experience required. Obtain medical staff credentialing and privileges. Compliant with state requirements for CEUs/CMEs and licensure renewal. DEA License required as per specialty. Life Support Certificate (BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS) as per department standard. National certification required (NCCPA National certification required for Physician Assistants, Acute Care, Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Acute Care or other national Nurse Practitioner certification required for Nurse Practitioners), Specialty certification preferred. Minimum Required Experience: 8 Years EOE, including disability/vets
Overview Demonstrates application of the nursing process as a role model and consistently promotes the professional image of nursing. Able to keep up to date with the latest evidence based practice to validate staff competencies and present didactic presentations. Also follows new staff throughout their classroom and clinical orientation. Successfully completes all clinical competencies and testing annually. Responsibilities Customer Services: Communicate in a professional manner. Follows telephone etiquette. Adheres to principles of enhancing positive patient experience. Maintains security with computer access. Follows HIPAA Guidelines established by Bronx Care Health System. Completes a learning needs assessment on all units. Manages time effectively and is organized. Through Staff Orientation leads/assists groups to enhance the clinical practice of nurses and improve patient outcomes. Designs programs and creates lesson plans that are congruent with the organizations strategic plans, regulatory requirements, and nursing standards. Participates in a weekly clinical assessment of New Orientee’s progress with the unit support team. Advances nursing practice through participation in professional organizations, publications and presentations. Facilitates teamwork at all times, addresses issues and concerns with peers, subordinates and supervisor with a positive problem solving approach. As approachable and cooperative. 1. Nursing/Nursing Practice Acts as a “lead” for monthly Orientation to facilitate the program. Organizes and coordinates staff in-services. Provides unit education and creates practice alerts for certain practice changes. Collaborates with nurses to develop practice environments that support shared decision making. Assists the staff in developing critical thinking and clinical judgment. Creates a nursing care environment that stimulates continuous self-learning, reflective practice, feeling of ownership and demonstration of responsibility and accountability. Collaborates with nurse managers on content and operational design of orientation, clinical competency and other clinical educational program development. Provides educational support for all new and experienced staff. Performs waive tests according to policy and procedure. 1. Direct Patient Care Serves as a reliable source of information on the latest evidence supporting cost effective, safe nursing practices. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team using the nursing process to integrate the nursing perspective into a comprehensive plan of care of the patient/family. Facilitates educational programs for patients, families and groups. Identifies, collects and analyzes data that serve as a basis for program design and outcome measurement. 1. Accountability/Work Ethic · Demonstrates an understanding of the organizations fire/safety plan, emergency preparedness plan and patient safety goals. Wears employee ID badge at all times. Demonstrates flexibility in schedule to accommodate organization needs. Accepts special projects as determined by Director of Education & Research 1. PATIENT ADVOCACY – CUSTOMER SERVICE Attitude – Presents to patients/customers with appropriate attitude. Privacy – Respects patient/customer privacy. Maintains a secure and trusting work environment. Appearance – Maintains an appropriate professional appearance. Maintains working environment in a clean, safe, orderly manner. Qualifications All RNs - graduation from an accredited school of nursing Experienced RNs – progressive clinical experience at least 2 years MSN prepared
