Clinical Nurse Educator III, Perioperative RN

About the role

Captures and performs educational activities aimed at enhancing the competency and professional growth of Sutter Health's nursing staff through various initiatives like orientation, competency validation, in-service, and continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Affirms and validates the knowledge and skills of nursing staff through education activities.
• Designs and implements educational offerings (courses, simulations, programs) using adult education principles and learning styles.
• Directs the delivery of education for nursing orientation, conducts competency assessments, facilitates ongoing development, and establishes courses and programs based on annual needs assessments and educational compliancy requirements.
• Maintains educational and competency records in compliance with hospital, DHS, OSHPD, TJC, and IMQ standards.

Requirements

Temporary role for four months requiring on-site work in Sacramento. Ideal candidate should have PACU, Pre-Op, OR, and outpatient experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• RN-Registered Nurse of California certification.
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
• CNOR - Certified Perioperative Nurse or CPAN/CAPA - American Board of Peri anesthesia Nursing Certification preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Broad knowledge of clinical nursing, including current trends, safety precautions, equipment, EHR management software, accrediting agency standards, and local/state/federal regulations.
• Working understanding of adult teaching/learning theories and program assessment, program design, promotion, and marketing implementation and evaluation processes.
• Attention to detail with time management and organizational skills, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Solid written and public speaking skills, including the ability to explain medical, technical, or sensitive information to diverse audiences.
• Intermediate knowledge of word processing, presentation, and email software, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
• Possesses solid written and public speaking skills, including the ability to explain medical, technical, or sensitive information to diverse audiences.
• Prioritize and delegate assignments under varied and urgent conditions while working within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Identify and solve complex problems based on the analysis of multiple sources of information while providing new perspectives on existing solutions.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Develop collaborative relationships with various groups internally and externally, including clinical and support staff, other departments, management, Sutter Health clinical nurse educators, college staff, regional CPR training program coordinators, and regulatory agencies to coordinate educational needs and ensure compliance.

Benefits

No unions, benefits available upon hire. Compensation range is $90.75 to $127.05 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package including a fixed-term employee status.