Registered Nurse (RN) - Educator
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA

RN Educator - Nursing Practice & Improvement - Med Surg

" RN Educator - Nursing Practice & Improvement - Med Surg Roanoke, VA, US, 24014 Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day/Evening Facility: CRMH - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital Requisition Number: 149089 How You'll Help Transform Healthcare: Med Surg unit with patients that range from acutely ill with rapid medical resolutions and shorter hospital stays. This unit also collaborates with our Addiction Medicine Services and our Pathway to Recovery Program. Identifies staff orientation and educational needs; develops plans and education/in services to address their needs. Collaborates with the CAPS and Nursing Quality teams to identify unit and organizational process improvements and/or patient outcome enhancements. Collaborates with Manager/Director and Orientation/Onboarding consultants to develop plans to meet unit objectives and employee's personal learning needs. Develops, implements, coordinates and provides continuing education for the department, staff, patients, and families, as well as protocols to support standardization of care. Works in compliance with all State, Federal, and other regulatory requirements. Serves as a resource and mentor to staff and team members. Key unit point personnel in reviewing, revising, and systemizing nursing practice competencies, competency tools and associated policy and procedures that support nursing practice. Acts as a positive change agent. Successfully executes initiatives in a timely manner while assessing and evaluating process and outcomes continuously. * Develops an individual orientation plan in collaboration with Orientation Consultant on an ongoing basis. Assists Director with prioritizing, identifying, implementing and evaluating ongoing unit education, educational needs, competency, process improvements, quality surveillance and critical thinking activities. * Develops an orientation schedule in collaboration with the Orientation Consultant and Human Resources. * Assists with orientation record and orientation competency validation documentation. * Provides timely and ongoing feedback regarding orientee progress to Orientee, Orientation Consultant, and Manager/Director and other key personnel. * Provides feedback to Director for performance evaluations and practice proficiencies. Encourages, coaches and mentors staff for CAP (Clinical Advancement Program) and educational opportunities. * Assists with annual learning needs assessment on unit. * Assists in coordination of department annual needs assessment, continuing education including unit-based inservices, and annual Competency Validation. * Identifies and develops unit-based preceptors and shared governance council members. Familiar with and promotes Magnet framework. Collaborates with Magnet Program Director. * Plans, implements and coordinates strategies through evidence-based practices to support quality patient care; and improve outcomes (e.g. length of stay, turn-around time, resource consumption), and a positive, professional work practice environment. * Participates in department and system performance improvement initiatives. * Active participant in system wide shared governance and coordinate unit based councils. What We Require: Education: Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required. BSN required, Master's prepared preferred (Education, quality, nursing, healthcare or business). Experience: Minimum of 3 years' experience in related field required. Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Current RN license in the state of Virginia required. Must obtain and maintain appropriate certifications as defined by the department. Nursing certification preferred ( i.e. Nursing Professional Development (NPD), Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) Other Minimum Qualifications: Meets standards on Performance Appraisal including competency validation as appropriate for level of care. Demonstrates effective communication and strong organizational skills. Desires to work with new employees. Effective interpersonal, communication, and team-working skills required. Strong critical thinking, conflict resolution, organization and effective judgement abilities required. Supports Carilion Clinic's mission, vision, and values. About Carilion This is Carilion Clinic ... An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute. Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us. Requisition Number: 149089 Employment Status: Full time Location: CRMH - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital Shift: Day/Evening Shift Details: with occasional nights/weekends Recruiter: EMILY F ALLEN Recruiter Phone: Recruiter Email: [email protected] For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace. Carilion Total Rewards What matters to you is important to us-like benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life. Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion: * Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) * Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits * Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules * Remote Work Options * Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) * Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers * Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse * Discounts on childcare * Continued education and training Find more about Carilion Clinic's benefits by vising our Total Rewards Page. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace. Nearest Major Market: Roanoke Job Segment: Nursing, Registered Nurse, Nurse Educator, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Health, Healthcare