Nurse Educator - Med/Surg 8th Floor - Evenings

  • Mohawk Valley Health System
  • West Winfield, NY
  • Full-time
  • time-alarm-solid 02-06-2024
  • $73000 - $117000 year

Job Description

The Nurse Educator position at Mohawk Valley Health System requires a highly motivated individual to assess the educational needs of nursing staff, students, and others in order to plan and deliver orientation and continuing education. This role serves as a resource by mentoring staff and ongoing monitoring/evaluation of clinical competencies to assure the highest quality clinical outcomes and safety. The Nurse Educator participates in committees to facilitate and reinforce the implementation of evidence-based care and ensures that nurses are in full compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, this role acts as a role model to all staff.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates educational programs for the staff, the hospital, and the community.
  • Identifies the orientation needs of new employees, plans individualized orientation, and evaluates the employee’s progress towards achievement of competency.
  • Assesses the practice of nursing staff and students in their assigned area through direct observation, chart reviews, and participation in quality monitors.
  • Conducts classes and/or provides individualized instruction.
  • Works with Nurse Manager to develop and implement individualized employee improvement or development plans.
  • Investigates problems of nursing practice.
  • Participates in the development of standards of nursing care practice through participation in assigned committees and workgroups.
  • Provides direct patient care to select patients.
  • Maintains a high standard of professional responsibility and performance.
  • Supports and role models the policies and procedures to ensure the delivery of excellent care and customer service.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

Required:

  • BSN in nursing, or enrolled in an accredited program.
  • Minimum 2 years in the area of specialty.

Preferred:

  • Master’s degree in Nursing.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Required:

  • Valid and unrestricted NY State nursing license.

Preferred:

  • Certification in the area of specialty.