Purpose Statement / Position Summary

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center . It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center 's strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.

Through demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skills, and competence, the Clinical Nurse Educator for Med/Surg facilitates learning experiences for nursing personnel through direct and indirect methods. The Med/SurgClinical Nurse Educator coordinates, implements, and evaluates educational programs. Then Med/Surg Clinical Nurse Educator acts as an education advisor and consultant to the staff, mangers and other educators to identify gaps in practice and learning needs of staff. The Med/SurgClinical Nurse Educator functions as a clinical and a professional role model for nursing staff; demonstrating accountability, performance and responsibility in clinical practice. The Med/Surg Clinical Nurse Educator supports the integration and translation of research into practice as well as participates in performance improvement, evidence-based practice or research activities. The Med/Surg Clinical Nurse Educator provides clinical leadership and serves as a resource person to facilitate problem solving and decision making skills of staff. The Med/Surg Clinical Nurse Educator serves as a consultant for various committees and projects as it relates to improved patient outcomes. The Med/Surg Clinical Nurse Educator functions as a change agent to improve patient care and supports interdisciplinary collaboration. The Med/Surg Clinical Nurse Educator integrates the Code of Ethics into all areas of practice and advocates for patients and staff at all levels.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Minimum five (5) years recent direct clinical experience in area of specialization
• Teaching experience preferred; including knowledge of adult education learning theories and curriculum design
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Windows computer skills including proficient use of Microsoft Word
• Current California RN license
• Bachelor Degree in Nursing required; Master's degree in Nursing preferred
• Certification in Nursing Professional Development preferred
• Certification in area of clinical specialty preferred
• AHA ACLS/PALS or NRP provider or Instructor certification required based on clinical area or responsibility
• California Teaching Credential preferred