Educator and Infection Preventionist (RN)

Education/Wound Nurse Coordinator (RN)

Job Type: Full Time

Shift: Days

40 hour weeks (Monday - Friday - hours varies)

People are our passion and purpose.

Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do! At University Hospital Beachwood Rehab, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you''re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As an Education/Wound Nurse Coordinator (RN) joining our team, you''re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute:

Assumes responsibility and accountability for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of education programs including clinical orientation of new employees. Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees. The wound nurse provides leadership and direction for coordination and improvement of WOC care, including development of policies and procedures, guidelines, standards of care and research.

• Meets all competencies required for registered nurse.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates education programs and orientation of staff, students, volunteers and contracted nursing staff.
• Uses independent judgement to plan, create, implement and execute training content and programs.
• Serves as clinical education resource on current practices and procedures within the hospital
• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Evaluates progress and outcomes
• Communicates employee observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement and staff educational needs.
• Complies with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Why join Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Free Parking
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses
• Working with highly engaged staff
• Healthy staffing levels
• Flexible scheduling
• Career growth

What we are looking for:

• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program.
• Current state licensure as Registered Nurse.
• CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, evaluation and/or directing educational activities of clinical personnel
• At least 2 years of current experience in the specialty is required.
• Wound Ostomy Care Nurse (WPCN) preferred

More about University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital

University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital is an inpatient rehabilitation hospital that offers exceptional care to the Beachwood community. We are proud to be accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF and recognized in Newsweek in 2024.

EEOC Statement:

University Hospital Beachwood Rehab is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans'' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Apply today!

Email your resume and cover letter to Cyndi at: Cynthia.Hayes@lifepointhealth.net or apply online: Search Careers | Lifepoint Health Careers

Join us in delivering high-quality care.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.