CLINICAL NURSE EDUCATOR at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital

Brattleboro, Vermont, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing, Education, Consultation, Facilitation, Change Management, Research, Mentoring, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Communication, Clinical Competency, Patient Care, Technology Training, Problem Solving, Evidence-Based Practice, Regulatory Knowledge

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation Job Description Job Title: Clinical Nurse Educator Job Code: 56 Hours: 0800-1700 FTE: .9 (36 hours/week) Weekend Schedule: N/A Holiday Schedule: N/A Call Schedule: N/A FLSA Status: Non-exempt Department Name: Nursing Administration Department Code: 6010 Location: Brattleboro, Vermont JOB SUMMARY: The Clinical Nurse Educator provides staff nurse development through education, consultation, facilitation, change and research. The CNE supports the development of the bedside nurse and fosters empowerment through knowledge to achieve excellence and the delivery of evidence-based nursing practice. This is to occur through the education process of ongoing education needs assessments, annual development of clinical education plans and the implementation of the plans, continuing education availability effective orientation programs and ongoing evaluations of nurse competency, plans and programs. The CNE is instrumental in creating a professional nursing climate at BMH and in assisting to meet the diverse needs of our patients. Clinical Nurse Educator reports to the VP of Patient Care Services. The CNE and the VPPCS will meet regularly. The VPPCS has final approval of annual orientation and education plans based on annual needs assessments and program evaluations. Mentoring and teaching current and future nursing students. Designing, delivering, and evaluating educational curricula. Writing and reviewing educational material, like textbooks. Documenting the students' progress and advising them on their educational journey. Researching and remaining up-to-date on clinical practices. Developing patient care plans and assisting patients with their clinical needs. Educating the technical and patient care staff in using new technology. DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE: The Medical/Surgical Units are located in two separate areas. The predominantly medical floor has 18-20 beds, three beds being ICU level (Intermediate Care) beds and the surgical floor consisting of 7-8 inpatient beds and a 4 bed/lounger outpatient short stay area. Each floor has a diverse population of medical/surgical/ICU patients. The Emergency Department sees approximately 13,000 patients annually. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Master’s degree in nursing. Experience: Minimum five years current medical-surgical and/or critical care experience; demonstrated communication, teaching and mentoring skills; demonstrated expert practice skills; working knowledge of CMS, CoP and evidence-based practices. Previous hospital based clinical education experience preferred. Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse currently licensed by the State of Vermont. Mental Efforts Demonstrated problem solving/prevention skills. Environment & Working Conditions: Shared office space with co-worker(s) with minimal support. Deals with multiple priorities and manages multiple deadlines and timelines. Prioritizes, plans, implements and evaluates with other leaders, individually and in groups, to meet needs/goals/strategies collaboratively identified and agreed on. Interfaces with all departments and disciplines throughout the hospital environment. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials. OSHA CATEGORY OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards. PHYSICAL DEMANDS On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities. Standing - Up to 1/3 Walking - Up to 1/3 Sitting - 2/3 or more Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3 Pushing/Pulling - None Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3 Tasting or smelling - None This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2 Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3 Up to 100 pounds - None More than 100 pounds - None This position has special vision requirements. Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus) WORK ENVIRONMENT This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions. Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3 Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3 Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3 Outdoor weather conditions - None Extreme cold (non-weather) - None Extreme heat (non-weather) - None Risk of electrical shock - None Work with explosives - None Risk of radiation - None Vibration - None The typical noise level for the environment is: Very Quiet Quiet Moderate Noise Loud Noise Hearing Ability to hear calls. Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others. EEO/ADA STATEMENT Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources. Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155 In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse Educator provides staff nurse development through education, consultation, and research. They support the development of bedside nurses and foster empowerment through knowledge to achieve excellence in evidence-based nursing practice.