Summary:
The Nursing Services Educator is responsible for assisting with the design, development delivery, and evaluation of the onboarding, preceptorship and continued education opportunities that are provided to nursing services staff. This role contributes to the student experience for nursing student groups and precepted nursing students at Rogers. This role contributes to education and professional development of nursing staff and students.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Onboarding Education:
Development of and delivery of local Nursing Services Orientation (NSO) content. Facilitation and evaluation of NSO knowledge checks. Development of and support in individualized education plans for new nursing staff as needed. Development of and delivery of virtual Regional Nursing Services Orientation (NSO) content. Development of and delivery of CBRF Medication Administration course for Mental Health Technician and supportive living staff. Monitoring of outcomes of and ongoing continuous improvement to nursing services trainings based on organizational needs.
On-site Education:
Preceptorship coordination and support for nursing services staff. Education support for implementation of new nursing processes. Individual education for nursing staff as needed. Provide education resources for nursing staff.
Academic partnership student experience program:
Continuous Education:
Stay updated with the latest research and advancements in the nursing field Provide guidance on best clinical practices Coordinate or conduct lectures or workshops on nursing topics Review and update computer-based learnings as indicated
Complete departmental projects as requested.
Participate in committees and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
Conduct self in a professional manner:
Demonstrate organizational skills that promote timely response to all inquiries and to project completion and problem resolution. Communicate with all individuals in a positive and professional manner. Attempt to resolve individual issues with peers in a positive, calm manner, with a focus on resolution. Communicate concerns and provide solutions for same. Attend external seminar to promote professional growth. Interact with external professional peers to create a professional network. Comply with the Hospital's policies and procedures and the Infection Control and Employee Health programs. Project a professional image by wearing appropriate, professional attire.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description:
Physical/Mental Demands:
Verbal and hearing ability required to interact with patients and employees. Numerical ability required to maintain records and operate computer. Must be able to read and communicate through written, verbal and auditory skills and abilities. Ability to plan, control, and collaborate in all aspects of employee relations. Tact required to deal effectively with employees and professional staff. Logical thinking and discretion required to make decisions in initiating, recommending, and implementing policies and procedures and standards. Position requires walking, sitting, and standing. Lifting is moderate; must be capable of lifting a minimum of twenty (20) pounds. Reaching, handling, grasping, and manual dexterity are necessary to operate various pieces of office equipment. Physically/Mentally able to perform job duties as verified by a physical exam by a licensed physician, per preemployment physical.
Education/Training Requirements:
Master of Science Degree in nursing, or a related field, with a strong emphasis on psychiatric mental health clinical preferred. Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing, with minimum of two (2) years' experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing or ten (10) years' experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in lieu of bachelor's nursing degree required. Two (2) years' clinical education/teaching or leadership experience in a behavioral health setting strongly preferred. Registered Nurse licensed by Wisconsin State Board of Nursing. License must be in good standing with the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or American Red Cross Professional Rescue is required within thirty (30) days of date-of-hire. Bi-annual recertification is required. Formal training in the management of aggressive patients is required within sixty (60) days of date-of-hire. Annual recertification is required.
With a career at Rogers, you can look forward to a Total Rewards package of benefits, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee share program
- Life/disability insurance
- Flex spending accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health and wellness program
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR and HealthSCOPE Benefits creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Rogers Behavioral Health. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please visit Transparency in Coverage (uhc.com)
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