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Posted: 11-Jan-25
Location: Bend, Oregon
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Internal Number: R1017842
$4.00 Clinical Department Coordinator Differential (applicable shifts)
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Department Clinical Educator Bend
REPORTS TO POSITION:Department Manager
DEPARTMENT: Acute Care Services, Ortho-Neuro, Surgical Specialty, Medical Services
DATE LAST REVIEWED: September 8, 2023
OUR VISION: Creating Americas healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Department Clinical Educator partners with the department leadership and Clinical Practice and Professional Development (CPPD) to support the clinical practice, continuing education and professional development of the clinical caregivers within this service line. Focuses on the development of nurses, including new to practice. Collaborates with leadership regarding a wide range of issues including; competency verification, training plans, developing caregivers in the coordination of patient care from admission through discharge in support of the medical and nursing plans of care. This nursing position works to promote excellence in professional practice that is in alignment with departmental and enterprise-wide standards, initiatives, and goals. This position does not directly manage other caregivers, however, may be asked to review and provide feedback on the work of other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: The Department Clinical Educator is multifaceted, encompassing educational leadership, mentoring, quality improvement, and patient safety. By providing healthcare professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills, clinical educators contribute to improving patient care and outcomes in acute care settings.
Clinical Competence: Assess clinical competence through direct observation, skills checklists, and evaluations, providing ongoing constructive feedback, identifying areas for improvement, and developing personalized learning plans to enhance the skills of individual staff members in partnership with department leadership.
Curriculum Development: Develop individualized educational learning plans and resources that align with the specific needs of the clinical setting. Consider factors such as patient population, technology, evidence-based practices, and regulatory requirements.
Mentoring and Support: Serve as mentors, providing guidance and support to caregivers as they navigate complex clinical situations. Help develop critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication strategies.
Patient Safety: Emphasize the importance of patient safety and infection control measures to prevent medical errors and ensure a safe care environment. Provide training on proper procedures for handling emergencies and high-risk situations.
Change Management: Demonstrate knowledge of change theory and apply principles to support change within service line.
Ethical Practices and Clear Communication: Integrate ethical principles in all areas of practice. Communicates clearly, respectfully, and responsively as to their needs, concerns etc. and follows up with Supervisor or Manager as applicable.
Ensure that service line educational programs are in alignment with organizational mission, values, and goals.
Coordinate special projects as assigned.
Alerts nurse manager or Supervisor to actual or potential issues or problems in a timely manner related to specific service.
Completes department-specific and annual competencies on time. Participates in own evaluation.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Supports the Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organizations corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focus attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way, including introducing oneself and explaining role in patients care,asking the patient his or her preferred name, sitting with the patient to determine his or her care goals, active listening, and communicating effectively and appropriately through touch, eye contact, etc.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies.
Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures for medication administration.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Bachelors Degree in Nursing
Preferred: Masters Degree in Nursing
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: Current Oregon RN license.
Department specific certification within 6 months of hire. (i.e., NIHSS)
National certification within 1 year of hire. (i.e., CMSRN)
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Preferred: ACLS, department specific specialty certification. (i.e., chemo certification)
EXPERIENCE
Required: Three years of clinical experience in specified area within the last five years.
Preferred: Experience as a nurse educator or managing education, competency, onboarding or fellowship/resident preparation.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Sitting, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Standing, lifting 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, reaching overhead, carrying/pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds.
Rarely (10%): Walking, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing stairs.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/stepstool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 11-50 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Never (0%): Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
No Risk for Exposure to BBP
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: RN - NICU
REPORTS TO POSITION: Department Manager/Director
DEPARTMENT: Varies
DATE LAST REVIEWED: December 2024
OUR VISION: Creating Americas healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The RN positions include bedside RNs on NICU and NICU Transport units throughout St. Charles Health System. These departments provide 24/7 specialized care to patients throughout their hospitalization and discharge.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The RN provides quality patient and family centered care as a member of the health care team in accordance with SCHS mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. Applies standards for professional nursing practice and focuses clinical care to enhance the experience for patients, families, and all others. As a nurse, this position will oversee the work of other caregivers, providing specific care to assigned patient(s) throughout the shift, as required under the scope of the RN licensure.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing practice in the State of Oregon.
Assesses the patients condition and needs using critical thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines to meet the patients/familys physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patients progress.
Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures for medication administration.
Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies.
Demonstrates awareness of and supports St. Charles departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.
Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development of self and others.
Communicates (both written and orally) effectively and maintains professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.
Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and implements solution(s) within scope of practice, as appropriate.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focused attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way, including introducing oneself and explaining role in patients care,asking the patient his or her preferred name, sitting with the patient to determine his or her care goals, active listening, communicating effectively and appropriately through touch, eye contact, etc.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organizations corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
Performs stand by callback as assigned. Varies by department.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: As required by RN licensure.
Preferred: BSN
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: Current Oregon RN license
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
NRP
Preferred: Department specific acute care certification. (i.e. RNC, STABLE)
EXPERIENCE
Required: Previous Level 2 NICU experience
Preferred: Previous Level 3 NICU experience
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
General:
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent SCHS.
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP
Schedule Weekly Hours:
36Caregiver Type:
RegularShift:
Variable (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?
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