Responsibilities NURSE EDUCATOR (RN)Del Amo Behavioral Health System, a subsidiary of UHS,offers a safe and compassionate environment for individuals looking for hope and healing from emotional, psychiatric and addiction issues. Del Amo Behavioral Health offers a wide range of options, including inpatient, outpatient and specialty programs that includes children, adolescents, adults and seniors. Whether addressing the needs of adults, adolescents or children, we are committed to providing our patients with treatment to help them find recovery that endures. Our patients receive the same quality treatment from our thoughtful and compassionate team no matter the level of care.
Learn more and apply today by visiting our website at: www.delamohospital.com
Benefits include :
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Education Assistance up to $5,250.00 annually - Eligibility at 6 months of hire date
- Monthly Loan Reimbursement Program
- SoFi Student Loan Refinance Program
- New Employee Bonus Program
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
The
Nursing Educator is responsible for assisting the CNO in evaluating, reviewing, designing and implementing hospital training events with respect to all RN/LVN/MHT staff required training. Also provides, on as-needed basis, patient nursing assessments. Participates in Treatment Team meetings as needed.
Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited program in nursing. RN/BSN preferred.
Credentials: Licensure by the California Board of Registered Nursing required.
Experience: A minimum of three (3) years direct clinical experience preferred in a psychiatric or mental health setting, with direct experience in staff education, nursing practices, patient assessments, education concepts, practices and procedures.
Knowledge/Skills: 1. Knowledge of external review organizations.
2. Knowledge of patient rights, advanced directives, adult and child abuse laws, and emergency detention.
3. Knowledge and utilization of crisis intervention techniques.
4. Knowledge of patient assessment, family motivation and treatment planning techniques.
5. Knowledge of complex patient care planning.
6. Excellent leadership and negotiation skills.
7. Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
8. Skill in interacting with multiple individuals with diversified roles and perspectives.
9. Skill in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.
10. Skill in telephone etiquette and paging procedures.
11. Excellent customer relations skills.
12. Effective oral and written communication skills.
13. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and co-workers.
14. Ability to prioritize heavy workloads.
15. Ability to adhere to safety policies and procedures.
16. Ability to tolerate ambiguity, uncertainty, and change.
17. Abilit to use good judgment and to maintain confidentiality of information.
18. Ability to work as a team player.
19. Ability to demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication.
20. Ability to accept direction and adhere to policies and procedures.
21. Ability to recognize the importance of adapting to the various patient age groups.
22. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
23. Ability to meet hospital/corporate deadlines.
24. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
