Assesses plans, develops, implements, evaluates and revises education programs to meet the clinical needs of staff or to comply with federal, state, regulatory or organizational policy. Plans continuing nurse education programs when indicated according to established guidelines
Identifies and recommends department specific content for learning modules and unit specific policies and procedures with specific focus on RN staff who have practiced less than 2 years
Serves as a planner and facilitator for professional growth and continuing education programs for off-shift nurses when indicated
Demonstrates professional leadership in nursing practice, concepts, principles and interventions
Collaborates with management to ensure ongoing RN educational needs are met
Adheres to all patient safety and blood & body fluid precautions
Provides clinical instruction to RN staff throughout hospital to assess and assist with competency development
Maintains current knowledge of The Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory standards for assigned unit and participates in regulatory inspections
Develops and implements performance improvement plans in collaboration with nursing leadership when needed. Collaborates with nursing leadership to assess clinical competencies of assigned personnel.
Evaluates clinical activities of contracted licensed nurses working within their department and ensures contracted licensed nurses know current policies and procedures
Collaborates with hospital support services to provide a safe, clean and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors
Participates in identification of the aspects of care for the patient, indicators used to monitor the quality and appropriateness of care, and the evaluation of that care
Participates in the identification, creation, implementation, and evaluation of Process Improvement projects for assigned areas
Serves as a clinical resource person. Serves on nursing committees, hospital committees or professional nursing organizations. Fosters good public relations for department and hospital
Promotes open communication within the department and with other departments
Responsible for maintaining an advanced understanding of departmental and healthcare system programs as well as upkeep of nurse programs
Demonstrates proficiency in computerized nursing informatics
Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested
Challenges current working practices; identifies process improvement opportunities and presents recommendations and solutions to management. Engages and commits to the organization’s culture of continuous improvement by actively participating, supporting, and promoting CCHC Pillars of Excellence.
Current RN license to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
BSN required. MSN preferred.
Three years recent acute healthcare nursing experience
3 years recent Critical Care experience preferred
3 years recent Medical/Surgical experience required
Basic Arrhythmia Challenge Exam
Completion of an approved de-escalation Certification Course within 30 days from hire (course offered within)
Experience in assigned clinical area required
Experience and proficiency using electronic medical record
Clinical Education experience preferred
Maintain BLS/ ACLS certification
Maintain certifications appropriate to assigned clinical areas
Learning system experience preferred (HealthStream etc.)
Purpose of Position
Provides education and support for all clinical staff under the direction of the Director of Clinical Education. Promotes, develops, implements, and evaluates learning & developmental activities for new and existing clinical staff.
Schedule Details
32 hours per week, Mon-Fri, Rotating Days, Occ. Eve/Nights due to department operational needs.
Organization
Falmouth Hospital Association
Primary Location
Massachusetts-Falmouth
Department
FHA-Clinical Education
Employee Classification
Regular-Regular
Shift
Day
Weekend Shifts
None
Holiday Shifts
None
Posting Start Date
Jul 3, 2024
Posting End Date
Ongoing
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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