Description
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Summary:
Responsible for delivering staff education primarily for perianesthesia staff from the Post Anesthesia (PACU), and Ambulatory Care (ACC)/Prep-Recovery units. Participates onboarding of newly hired staff and ongoing continuing education to existing staff in a variety of formats based on the topic presented and the needs of learners, nursing units, and the organization. Continuing education for professional nurses shall be eligible for PA Nurse Contact Hours. Conducts annual critical care competency assessment sessions. Oversees staff development with the orientation program for all RN's hired into the PACU, and ACC/Prep-Recovery units. Mentors RN staff. Participates in hospital and nursing projects and serves on committees. Must be flexible to work on all shifts as needed. Supports new hires in all Surgical Services departments.
Responsibilities:
- Assesses educational needs of employees in assigned areas on an ongoing basis via observation, written feedback and communication with Nurse Manager, Associate Director, Director, staff and hospital personnel
- Develops new programs/courses as needed and updates courses as needed
- Plans programs that align with organizational goals
- Develops materials that are original and do not violate copyright and are cost appropriate for the program. Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality when using case studies, and in the preparation of all education materials
- Provides continuing education, required in-services and competency assessments for the departments as needed
- Provides education as needed in a timely manner for classroom or the clinical area, based on unit needs for the patient or staff learning needs
- Selects appropriate speakers (e.g. physicians, vendor, and other professional) for programs and provides program coordination and speaker support
- Attains contact hours or equivalent certification for RN programs as appropriate for topic and length of program
Credentials:
- Registered Nurse - PA (Required)
- American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN) certification within 2 years of hire.
- CPR Certification
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- BSN AND 5+ years Perianesthesia specialty specific clinical experience (Required)
- 1+ year Experience in conducting internet research and creating presentations and support documents using Microsoft products. (Required)
- Masters Degree in Nursing or Healthcare related field is encouraged to pursue within 2 years of hire (Preferred)
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.