Registered Nurse (RN) - Educator
Soffer Clinical Research Center
Miami, FL
5x8 hrs, Days

Gordon Center

The University of Miami/UHealth Medical Training Lab is currently seeking a full time Nurse Educator to work in Miami, FL. The Nurse Educator provides clinical education to nursing and patient care staff and facilitates evidenced-based practices within a specialized area of nursing. The incumbent collaborates with medical practitioners to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients. Moreover, this employee provides direct specialty nursing services to patients, ensuring adherence to Joint Commission standards and all related UHealth policies, procedures, and guidelines.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Provides education and resources to enhance patient care.
Assists staff with educational needs, problem resolution, time management, and critical thinking skills development.
Collaborates with medical providers, patient care staff, and unit management in the planning, implementation, and delivery of educational curricula.
Implements clinical skills activities within established clinical and preceptorship models, monitors data trends, and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Provides staff support in the development of patient care plans, incorporating evidenced-based research and national standards.
Consults with and serves as a clinical resource for unit management to ensure quality patient care.
Educates technical and patient care staff in the use of new equipment, supplies, and instruments, and coordinates in-service training and workshops.
Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Maintains professional knowledge by affiliating with professional and technical organizations, and participating in applicable continuing education programs, conferences, seminars, and workshops.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Core Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Master’s degree in Nursing or Simulation Education preferred.
Certification and Licensing:
Valid Florida RN license
Current AHA Provider/Instructor certification in BLS, ACLS; additional current certification in PALS and ASLS preferred

Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience
5 years of clinical experience preferred
5 years of formal instructional experience preferred
10 years of formal instructional experience preferred