Highlights
Demonstrates expertise in care of urgent & occupational medicine patients including various methods of drug testing, EKGs, spirometry, fit testing, audiology, breath alcohol testing, vaccinations, splinting/casting, and clinical software. The Education Specialist is a clinical leader who assesses, develops, implements and evaluates educational programs and projects that support and improve the provision of quality, cost effective, and compassionate patient care.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Lehighton, PA |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
Description
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
The Education Specialist is a clinical leader who assesses, develops, implements and evaluates educational programs and projects that support and improve the provision of quality, cost effective, and compassionate patient care. This individual is also responsible for leading and coordinating the educational activities of the staff.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrates leadership skills and coordinates the education and training activities.
- Demonstrates expertise in care of urgent & occupational medicine patients including various methods of drug testing, EKGs, spirometry, fit testing, audiology, breath alcohol testing, vaccinations, splinting/casting, and clinical software.
- Maintains clinical competence in the provision of patient care.
- Demonstrates expertise in the teaching/learning process.
- Identifies opportunities for improvement, assess staff performance, and facilitate implementation of new practices in patient care.
- Collaborates with staff colleagues to develop and implement education and training associated with new technologies, procedures, and other patient care-related activities.
- Assesses learning needs of staff and provides opportunities to enhance ongoing education and development through mentoring, teaching and clinical support.
- Identifies, develops and/or provides classroom and clinical experiences to support the learning of new and current nursing personnel.
- Assists unit leadership with the coordination, scheduling and evaluation of unit-based orientation for new employees.
- Develops and implements practice related competencies.
- Participates in the development of policies and procedures.
- Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development.
- Develops, implements, and monitors measures of program performance.
- Demonstrates competency in assigned areas of responsibility.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Requires sitting for up to 4 hours per day, 2 hours at a time. Standing for up to 6 hours per day, up to 3 hours at a time. Walking for up to 6 hours per day, up to 20 minutes at a time. Occasionally stoops and bends. Occasionally reaches above shoulder level. Frequently uses hands for writing. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.
EDUCATION:
Diploma or Associate's Degree in a professional nursing program required.
Bachelor's Degree within 5 years of starting the position required.
Master's Degree within 5 years of obtaining BSN required.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience in a clinical setting required.
Previous experience providing in-service or education programs preferred.
Current RN license in the State of New Jersey or Pennsylvania, based on work location, required.
CPR certification required.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Company
St. Luke's University Health Network is a regional network of hospitals, physicians and other related organizations providing care primarily in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery and Berks counties in Pennsylvania and Warren County in New Jersey.
The Network provides services at more than 150 sites. St. Luke's University Health Network is comprised of six hospital sites. The Network includes:
- More than 80 owned physician-practice sites
- 300 employed primary care/specialist physicians
- Various outpatient testing and service facilities
- Home health
- Hospice services (inpatient and outpatient)
- Largest ambulance provider in Bucks County and second largest in Lehigh County
- Other related organizations
- 57,500+ annual admissions
- 195,000 annual emergency room visits
- 1,325 physicians on the Medical Staff (96 percent board-certified)
- 8,600+ employees
- More than 1,350 volunteers
Areas of exceptional medical expertise include:
- Level 1 Adult Trauma Center: fully accredited by Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation; 2,400+ annual trauma cases; St. Luke's 1.75 percent mortality rate represents top decile performance, significantly better than peer group as measured by National Trauma Data Bank of the American College of Surgeons; aeromedical transport services
- Oncology: first and only cancer program in Pennsylvania to receive American College of Surgeons' highest quality recognition for three consecutive years; only Pennsylvania program to receive award in 2010; region's only fellowship-trained surgical oncologists; advanced programs for melanoma (internationally recognized melanoma investigator), lung, breast, prostate, gynecologic and gastrointestinal cancers and tumors of the brain and spine
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery: multiple-year recipient of highest rating for cardiac bypass surgery, represents top decile performance achieved by only 10 percent of U.S. hospitals (Society for Thoracic Surgery); region's first Joint Commission certified Heart Failure Program; comprehensive surgical services excluding heart transplants
- Neuroscience: accredited Stroke Center; additional Centers of Excellence include: Balance Center, Headache Center, Memory Disorders Center, Multiple Sclerosis Center, Sleep Disorders Center
- Orthopaedics: advanced expertise in total joint replacement and reconstruction, computer-assisted minimally invasive surgery, primary and reconstructive surgery of the spine, sports injuries, diseases and conditions of the hand and elbow, traumatic injuries
- Women's/Children's Health: high-risk pregnancy; the region’s busiest obstetrical service; two neonatal intensive care units; pediatric specialty care provided by St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.
- Robotic/Minimally Invasive Surgery: one of the nation's most experienced robotic surgical teams
- Radiology: designated international General Electric Healthcare Show Site for imaging technology; designated Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by American College of Radiology
- Bariatric Surgery: designated Center of Excellence by American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and Surgical Review Corporation
St. Luke's offers an exceptional benefit plan for employees. Our values are reflected in all we do for patients, each other and the community:
Pride - We take pride in our accomplishments and in our organization.
Caring - We show consideration for others and their feelings. We treat others as we want to be treated.
Respect - We recognize the value, diversity and importance of each other, those we serve and the organization.
Accountability - We are responsible to make decisions and solve problems in a timely and effective manner.
Flexibility - We adapt to the changing needs and expectations of those we serve.
Teamwork - We work together to improve quality.
The mission of St. Luke's University Health Network is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.