Clinical Educator- Perioperative Services

About the role

Absorbs responsibility for assessing educational needs and developing, implementing, evaluating, and revising educational programs relevant to one's area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Clinical Nurse Specialists and management to create competency-based programs, mentorship initiatives, and lifelong learning opportunities for staff.
• Mentors new staff during orientation and serves as a preceptor and staff mentor.
• Contributes to the development and execution of unit, department, and divisional goals.
• Maintains and reviews nursing practices in one's area of expertise.
• Communicates, collaborates, and consults with other healthcare professionals on education curriculum design and evaluation.
• Involves in quality/process improvement activities and uses research and evidence to enhance educational offerings.
• Evaluates, tests, and raises critical questions about the evaluation and utilization of current products and technology in the clinical setting, as appropriate.
• Facilitates and supports the change process within the organization.
• Participates in Palomar Health committees and councils as a member, leader, or consultant based on one's expertise.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Preferred Education: Master's Degree in Nursing or other education-related field of study
• Minimum Experience: 2 - 5 years previous experience as a clinical educator, lead, preceptor, and/or supervisor
• Preferred Experience: 5+ years previous experience as a clinical educator
• Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
• Preferred Certification: Certification in specialty area of practice or role
• Required License: Current CA RN License

Qualifications

• Speaks and reads English at a level sufficient to perform essential job functions.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and personal computers, including proficiency in using a keyboard, mouse, and other functions.
• Knowledge of MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, and e-mail.

Skills

• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to facilitate learning and mentoring
• Experience with quality/process improvement activities
• Knowledge of current products and technology in the clinical setting
• Ability to support and lead change processes

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$53.55 - $80.43 per hour

Schedule

8 hours per shift, 80 hours per pay period