Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required
ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications preferred
3 years of clinical experience as an RN or Clinical Educator/Instructor
Strong communication skills across various modes
Demonstrated organizational skills for managing multiple priorities
Responsibilities
Facilitate educational processes including assessment and development
Implement and evaluate competency assessments and continuing education
Support leadership development among nursing staff
Act as a role model for professional behavior
Create a professional nursing climate within BCHC
Empower bedside caregivers through knowledge and evidence-based practices
Serve as a change agent to enhance staff development
Benefits
Professional development opportunities
Supportive work environment fostering empowerment
Access to continuing education resources
Collaboration with diverse nursing units
Opportunity to influence nursing practices and standards
Full Job Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Clinical Educator provides staff development expertise as an educator, facilitator and change agent. Supports the development of the bedside caregiver fostering empowerment through knowledge to achieve excellence through the delivery of evidenced based caregiver practice. This occurs through the facilitation of the educational process through assessment, development, planning, implementation and evaluation of competency assessment, continuing education and leadership development. In addition, as a role model of professional behavior, the Clinical Educator is instrumental in creating a professional nursing climate within BCHC to meet the needs of the diverse units within BCHC.
EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Graduate a school of Nursing with a valid state of Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license.
BSN required, MSN preferred.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support required.
ACLS, BLS and PALS certification preferred, but not required.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Previous work experiences as a Clinical Educator/Instructor preferred.
Requires 3 years of applied clinical experience as an RN in a health-related field or as a Clinical Educator/Instructor.
Must have the ability to demonstrate self-confidence and a positive attitude toward self and others.
Maintains commitment and enthusiasm to achieve goals.
Ability to demonstrate effective communication through various modes.
Ability to display organization skills to handle multiple priorities.
