Nurse Educator

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Job description

JOB SUMMARY Reports to the Director/Manager. Is responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating and evaluating orientation, continuing education and in-service programs for staff which are competency based. Recommends improvements in the quality of nursing practice and standards. Serves as a resource to staff. MISSION,#VALUES and SERVICE GOALS##### MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart. # VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion. # SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team. JOB SPECIFICATIONS Education and Experience The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a#Bachelor of Science#in Nursing degree#and current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Indiana. A Master#s degree in Nursing or Advanced Practice Nursing degree preferred.# Two years of previous nursing experience is required. Knowledge # Skills Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of current training and adult education philosophies, techniques, programs, tools and equipment. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of and competency in performing procedures, assessments, treatments and techniques. Demonstrates analytical skills necessary to conduct training needs analysis, design programs, etc. Demonstrates ability to teach staff with a variety of educational backgrounds. Demonstrates leadership skills necessary to coordinate activities and motivate all levels of staff. Demonstrates initiative and high interest in teaching others. Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills necessary to interface effectively with all levels of staff and customers and to conduct group and individual instruction. Demonstrates well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written, necessary to communicate in an articulate and effective manner in front of groups. Relates to and provides effective feedback to the learner in a manner that is patient, constructive and enhances self-esteem. Working Conditions Works in a patient care environment requiring frequent changes in job demands. May be exposed to bio-hazards. Operates office equipment and other equipment used to meet patient care needs. Physical Demands Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.