Clinical Nurse Educator - Treasure Valley Hospital

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

What sets SCA Health apart isnt just what we do, its how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:

• Clinical quality
• Integrity
• Service excellence
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement
• Inclusion

Our values arent empty words - they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, youll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.

Responsibilities

Clinical Department Educator RN is responsible for developing, conducting and evaluating inservice programs, orientation and continuing education for nurses, students and other staff in a specified clinical area; develops educational policies and procedures; serves as a resource person to staff and management; participates in Continuous Quality Performance Improvement activities; serves on special committees as needed; responsible for patient care as needed.

1. JOB KNOWLEDGE a) Demonstrates sufficient knowledge to independently perform the duties of the position as stated in the job description i) develops and directs orientation programs, inservices and continuing education for the nursing and auxiliary staff in a designated clinical department ii) develops objectives for each inservice and evaluates presentation and teaching material through staff input and suggestions iii) ability to develop instructional materials iv) ability to set up and demonstrate patient care equipment v) maintains current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) vi) Completes annual educational requirements vii) Maintains regulatory requirements

b) contributes to the growth and development of the department by participating in projects and committees i) participates in staff development programs, staff meetings, and all mandatory inservices

c) recognizes areas of strengths, limitations, and goals in self, and seeks ways to improve self using this knowledge i) enhances professional growth by accepting own responsibility for remaining current and competent, through membership and attendance, with professional organizations and review of current literature.

d) adheres to and supports the established policies of the hospital i) demonstrates knowledge of patients rights including, but not limited to, privacy, confidentiality, and access to records e) complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices f) communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the organization as well as the focus statement of the department g) ensures that proper techniques and practices are used according to TVH standards of practice, policies and procedures, and physician preferences i) adheres to ASPAN standards of practice and POHA / PACU protocols

Cognitive / Critical Thinking Skills Required a) Uses clinical judgment and problem solving i) performs independent problem solving ii) makes decisions logically and deliberately iii) performs actions that demonstrate accountability iv) exercises safe judgment in decision making v) practices within legal and ethical guidelines vi) uses a series of sequential, interdependent decisions concerning the stages in planning for and managing the care provided to patient vii) evaluates patient outcomes by: • documenting progress toward standard of care • altering plan of care when standards of care are not met viii) sets sound priorities for sequencing and completing activities ix) is consistently alert to progress of patient and/or any potential problem(s) with patient x) is consistently aware of patient safety xi) knows how to seek resources for direction, when necessary xii) seeks resources for direction, when necessary

Ability to Assess Learning Ability and Behaviors Required in Teaching the Patient and Family b) considers patients and families readiness, willingness, and ability to learn depending upon their physical, emotional, and psychosocial development and condition c) demonstrates ability to assess the preferred learning style of the patient and family, and applies assessment to successfully teach d) eliminates barriers for patients to optimize care

2. PRODUCTIVITY a) Supervises nurse preceptor program b) Assists with the coordination of performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities c) Performs continuous evaluations of training needs; determines effectiveness of educational programs d) Responsible for developing a budget for educational programs; able to write grant proposals, if necessary e) Assists with organization-wide education projects f) Documents staff attendance at inservices g) Ensures educational requirements, organization requirements and standards are met on an annual basis by all staff members h) Evaluates and documents staff performance of clinical skills i) Orients new clinical staff members; evaluates skill competencies during the 90-day probationary period j) Plans and coordinates conferences and seminars; uses community resources k) Videotapes seminars, classes and demonstrations for future use l) May perform clinical duties, if needed m) Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or healthcare errors n) Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality o) Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors p) Demonstrates the ability to be flexible and organized q) Studies current trends, new technology/development, teaching methodologies through professional journals, seminars, conferences, professional societies, etc. r) Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean s) Wears identification while on duty t) Attends department meetings and other committee meetings as appropriate u) demonstrates initiative in completing job responsibilities i) demonstrates ability to organize work and set priorities ii) works overtime as requested by supervisor iii) maintains clean, safe, and orderly work area iv) performs special duties in a timely manner v) utilizes time effectively vi) performs other duties as requested v) returns to work area on time as scheduled, and punctually returns from meals and breaks i) follows appropriate procedure for planning and arranging schedule changes as well as vacation and holidays ii) complies with departmental policy when calling in absent iii) complies daily with department policy of clocking in and out iv) performs "on call" coverage according to departmental policy w) practices detailed safety and infection control measures with knowledge of handling of hazardous materials including universal precautions protocol i) identifies and reports health and safety hazards to manager, and corrects as necessary ii) verbalizes location and purpose of Safety Data Sheets x) demonstrates cost-effective concerns regarding resource usage; supplies, overtime, etc. i) charges appropriately for supplies and time charges ii) clocks out on time when duties do not necessitate overtime y) participates (as requested) in continuous quality improvement, quality assurance, and quality control activities for the department and facility

Age-Specific Competencies Required z) displays an understanding of each patients cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturity in the assessment, treatment, care and services undertaken aa) appropriately modifies approach to the patient based upon patient age i) demonstrates understanding of growth & development characteristics bb) provides appropriate interventions related to the safety of the patient cc) takes initiative to further own professional growth and development concerning the age of the patient i) independently reads healthcare literature ii) attends inservices and other educational sessions offered iii) shares this knowledge with peers

Cultural Values Assessment and Response d) recognizes, respects, and effectively deals with values and cultural beliefs of patients and their families ee) assesses for cultural beliefs about illness and healthcare of ethnic groups that are represented

3. COMMUNICATION a) maintains confidentiality of patients, department, and hospital information b) facilitates communication between patients, facility, and surgeons c) ensures patients and their families are provided pre- and post-op education and educational resources d) supports the patient and family in coping with the psychological aspects of their surgery e) serve as a clinical resource for facility and surgeon offices f) demonstrates ability to clearly express oneself verbally and in written communication i) receives and relays appropriate information accurately and promptly ii) collaborates with other service line members iii) serves as the primary point of contact between the patient, their family members, and the care team iv) applies basic verbal and non-verbal communication skills to identify and reduce anxiety in the patient v) thoroughly and legibly completes all documentation promptly and in an accurate manner vi) communicates in a well-enunciated manner g) demonstrates knowledge, proficiency and courtesy in using telephones and paging systems i) speaks with pleasant voice tones reflecting a courteous, caring manner h) notifies manager promptly of unusual conditions or problems encountered i) follows chain of command when dealing with problems

4. ATTITUDE a) exhibits excellent customer relations by demonstrating cooperation, courtesy and respect when interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers i) interrelates with ancillary departments, fellow employees, clients and physicians effectively and in a positive manner ii) relates with patients and families in a caring, concerned manner iii) respects privacy and dignity of patients and coworkers b) communicates in a tactful manner in regard to problem solving i) exhibits objectively in conflict/problem solving ii) approaches coworkers directly and honestly when conflicts arise and tries to resolve problems iii) exhibits positive behavior response to correction or guidance by manager c) encourages and promotes a positive working environment i) willingly assists others ii) functions as a "team" member iii) demonstrates attitude of caring, courteous and positive manner d) demonstrates acceptance and flexibility with procedures and assignment changes e) functions calmly and effectively during stressful and emergency situations

Qualifications

License or Certification

• Current Idaho RN license
• BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications

Total Education, Vocational Training, and Experience

• BSN from an accredited nursing school
• Minimum of 2.5 years nursing experience is preferred.
• USD $40.00/Hr.
• USD $46.00/Hr.