2 years of progressive nursing experience in the specialty
3 months of experience as a preceptor
BLS certification from the American Heart Association
Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse in Virginia or hold an active multi-state RN License
Responsibilities
Develop expertise in training and mentoring nursing staff
Orient and educate nursing staff to ensure competence
Support novice and advanced nurses to transition smoothly into practice
Integrate knowledge to meet clinical and social needs of team members
Participate in the design and evaluation of educational programs for clinical development
Benefits
Full-time schedule with regular office hours, M-F
Flexibility based on departmental needs
Promotion of professional development and career progression
Opportunities for impact through mentoring
Engagement with a dedicated surgical orthopedics team
Full Job Description
Job Description
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is looking for an experienced RN Clinical Mentor to work with Surgical Orthopedics (Ortho) unit.
Clinical Mentor Job Responsibilities:
Develop expertise in training, coaching and mentoring staff through the promotion and delivery of high-quality nursing care.
Orient, educate and develop nursing staff to ensure competence and ability to fulfill specified responsibilities.
Provide support to novice and advanced nurses and preceptors to ensure a smooth transition into practice and the work environment.
Integrate knowledge, skills and experiences to meet the clinical and social adjustment needs of all team members.
Participate in the design, delivery and evaluation of educational programs to promote clinical development and career progression from novice to proficient nurse for new or existing clinicians.
Hours: Full-time, M-F (regular office hours, with some flexibility as needed based on department needs)
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors Degree in Nursing
Experience: 2 years of progressive experience in nursing in designated specialty; 3 months of experience serving as preceptor.
Certification: BLS from the American Heart Association; Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse or an active multi-state RN License.
Preferred Qualifications:
Adult Inpatient RN experience
About Inova Health Systems
Inova Health Systems is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides medical services to patients in Virginia and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The organization was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. Inova Health Systems operates several hospitals and medical centers, as well as a network of primary care and specialty clinics. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and is recognized for its expertise in areas such as cancer care, heart and vascular care, and women's health.
