Nurse Educator (Part-time)
Roseland Community Hospital
Chicago, IL
NURSE EDUCATOR (PART-TIME)
GENERAL SUMMARY
Responsible for the provision of nursing orientation and teaching and training program based on perceived needs, together with continuing education for all nursing staff.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. By participation of the units, evaluates clinical standards and identifies areas of need for specific education and training for nursing staff, prepares and delivers the required programs.
2. Coordinates the provision of practical experience programs for registered nurses.
3. Maintains a general ongoing continuing education program for all Roseland Community Hospital nursing staff.
4. Specifically develops trans-cultural concepts in nursing care.
5. Provides encouragement and assistance to nursing staff to maintain current knowledge in nursing practices and research.
6. Participates in the maintenance of up-to-date nursing policies and procedures.
7. Act as a consultant to professional colleagues on all matters related to learning, and all matters that promote knowledge enhancement of nurses.
8. Works on special projects which are Hospital sponsored.
9. Works in conjunction with the Infection Control Nurse on necessary cases and attends monthly meetings.
10. Obtain and update employee credentials with assistance of the Department Heads.
11. Other related duties as assigned by the Chief Nursing Officer.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing; baccalaureate degree preferred.
2. Current Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois, Current BLS
3. Three (3) or more years’ experience preferred.
4. Communicates with all levels of line and management staff to insure efficient, proper day to day operations of the Nursing Administration Department and achievement of objectives.
WORK CONDITIONS
Considerable walking and standing while instructing and observing orienteers, handling of instruments, supplies and teaching aids.
NURSE EDUCATOR (PART-TIME)
GENERAL SUMMARY
Responsible for the provision of nursing orientation and teaching and training program based on perceived needs, together with continuing education for all nursing staff.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. By participation of the units, evaluates clinical standards and identifies areas of need for specific education and training for nursing staff, prepares and delivers the required programs.
2. Coordinates the provision of practical experience programs for registered nurses.
3. Maintains a general ongoing continuing education program for all Roseland Community Hospital nursing staff.
4. Specifically develops trans-cultural concepts in nursing care.
5. Provides encouragement and assistance to nursing staff to maintain current knowledge in nursing practices and research.
6. Participates in the maintenance of up-to-date nursing policies and procedures.
7. Act as a consultant to professional colleagues on all matters related to learning, and all matters that promote knowledge enhancement of nurses.
8. Works on special projects which are Hospital sponsored.
9. Works in conjunction with the Infection Control Nurse on necessary cases and attends monthly meetings.
10. Obtain and update employee credentials with assistance of the Department Heads.
11. Other related duties as assigned by the Chief Nursing Officer.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing; baccalaureate degree preferred.
2. Current Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois, Current BLS
3. Three (3) or more years’ experience preferred.
4. Communicates with all levels of line and management staff to insure efficient, proper day to day operations of the Nursing Administration Department and achievement of objectives.