EDUCATION MANAGER

Horizon Health is a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors. Position Summary The Education Manager serves as a professional leader, mentor, and subject matter expert responsible for strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of organizational education and staff development programs. This role promotes a culture of lifelong learning, professional excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement throughout Horizon Health. The Education Manager provides leadership and oversight to the education team, ensuring educators consistently represent the organization in a professional, collaborative, and positive manner. The Education Manager fosters interdisciplinary relationships, supports a culture of professionalism and continuous learning, and promotes educational opportunities that enhance employee growth, leadership development, patient safety, regulatory readiness, and organizational success. The position partners with leadership to align educational initiatives with Horizon Health’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals. Essential Functions Conducts educational needs assessment and develops an annual education planEstablishes metrics and evaluates educational outcomes to ensure programs effectively support organizational, regulatory, quality, and workforce development goalsIncorporates principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programsParticipates in the department’s annual budget planningParticipates in or assigns an educator to new employee orientationDevelops/coordinates education plans related to initial and ongoing competency validation of clinical staffDevelops/coordinates core education for professional development of clinical staffProvides direct leadership, performance management, mentoring, coaching, and professional development for education staff, ensuring educational services are delivered consistently, professionally, and in alignment with organizational goals and standardsDevelops evidence-based educational materialsEvaluates the effectiveness of educational programmingTeaches content as needed within clinical expertise to facilitate orientation, staff development and/or safe practiceServes as an educational consultant to task forces, committees, and projects relating to policy, procedure and program developmentResponds to identified educational needs of Horizon Health to promote quality patient care and safetyFacilitates the adult learning process, creating a climate which supports learning across the organizationIdentifies and recruits internal and external resources for educational activitiesParticipates on committees, task forces and projects on an as needed basisFacilitates team building and leadership developmentParticipates in review of activities or processesResponds to changes in clinical practice and develops programs to support those changesEnsures that educational programs are congruent with organizational missions, values and goalsMaintains required educational and/or clinical competenciesEstablishes clear expectations for educator professionalism, customer service, conduct, and interactions with staff, providers, students, and external partners.Leads committees, work groups and/or projects related to implementation of educational activitiesCoordinates with the Standards and Compliance Manager - the creation, education and implementation of organizational policies relating to standards and regulation complianceThrough education assists with keeping staff informed of regulatory/standard changes that affect critical care practices within the organizationParticipates in the development and implementation of improvement initiatives that directly affect the quality of care delivered within the organizationDemonstrates leadership behaviors consistent with organizational values and expectations, including accountability for individual and departmental performance, responsible use of resources, effective communication, and timely follow-through.Demonstrates emotional intelligence through effective communication, collaboration, self-awareness, professionalism, and relationship managementUtilizes data, outcomes, and organizational priorities to support effective decision making and continuous improvement initiativesDemonstrates a commitment to the professional growth and development of self, staff, and other leaders throughout the organizationDelegates appropriately, manages competing priorities, and ensures tasks, deadlines, and projects are completed effectively and on timeCultivates relationships with academic institutions, professional organizations, and community partners to advance workforce development and educational initiatives The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required in support of the hospital’s goals and objectives. Position Requirements BSN with Clinical Experience Required; MSN preferredCertification in Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC) preferredPrevious experience in coordinating and/or presenting education programsExperience in healthcare accreditation, regulatory compliance and organizational development preferredExtensive knowledge of accreditation standardsMust be computer proficient Pay Range Pay ranges from $69,903k to $111,886k (rate of pay is based on applicable years of experience) Horizon Health is committed to caring not only for our patients, but for our staff as well. We offer you an extensive total compensation and benefits package. As an employee of Horizon Health, your benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee 403(b), health savings account with Company match, as well as Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays. Intrigued? Don’t wait, apply today. We are actively reviewing applicants for Education Manager role. 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