Reports to the Director/Manager. Is responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating and evaluating orientation, continuing education and in-service programs for staff which are competency based. Recommends improvements in the quality of nursing practice and standards. Serves as a resource to staff.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS
MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.
Responsibilities
Provides staff education by:
Facilitating needs analysis for staff to ensure that educational needs are identified and are the focal point for program development and enhancements; also ensuring that desired outcomes are met.
Planning, designing and coordinating training, educational programs and/or instructional materials to meet the customer's needs.
Designing, preparing, evaluating and updating lesson plans, lectures, tests, materials, programs and courses to meet regulatory agency requirements and changing needs.
Teaching staff members by conducting training and providing group and individual instruction.
Preparing necessary administrative/support materials (such as program schedules, attendance rosters, evaluations and summaries, etc.).
Monitoring the orientee's progress/performance and providing instruction and counseling as necessary; also making appropriate recommendations to the department Manager/Director.
Serving as an educational resource for various departments, committees, Memorial Health System, Physician groups and referral organizations.
Participating in community activities as requested.
Providing education for patients as appropriate.
Assisting in the development of policies and procedures.
Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:
Completing other job-related assignments and special projects as directed.
ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:
Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
Complies with established organization and department policies.
Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.
Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:
Leverage innovation everywhere.
Cultivate human talent.
Embrace performance improvement.
Build greatness through accountability.
Use information to improve and advance.
Communicate clearly and continuously.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Indiana. A Master's degree in Nursing or Advanced Practice Nursing degree preferred. Two years of previous nursing experience is required. Must also be CPR certified as an instructor.
Knowledge & Skills
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of current training and adult education philosophies, techniques, programs, tools and equipment.
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of and competency in performing procedures, assessments, treatments and techniques.
Demonstrates analytical skills necessary to conduct training needs analysis, design programs, etc.
Demonstrates ability to teach staff with a variety of educational backgrounds.
Demonstrates leadership skills necessary to coordinate activities and motivate all levels of staff.
Demonstrates initiative and high interest in teaching others.
Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills necessary to interface effectively with all levels of staff and customers and to conduct group and individual instruction.
Demonstrates well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written, necessary to communicate in an articulate and effective manner in front of groups. Relates to and provides effective feedback to the learner in a manner that is patient, constructive and enhances self-esteem.
Working Conditions
Works in a patient care environment requiring frequent changes in job demands.
May be exposed to bio-hazards.
Operates office equipment and other equipment used to meet patient care needs.
Physical Demands
Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.
