RN Educator - ED at Tufts Medicine

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing, Education, Clinical Practice, Program Development, Collaboration, Evaluation, Critical Thinking, Leadership, Performance Improvement, BLS Certification, Massachusetts RN Licensure, Orientation Coordination, Competence-Based Programs, Role Model, Consultation, Problem-Solving

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Overview The RN Educator promotes excellence and innovation in nursing care, contributes to the growth and development of nursing staff through education activities, and facilitates the application of nursing theory to clinical practice consistent with all regulatory agencies. Location: Main Campus Hours: Full Time, Days Job Description Minimum Qualifications: 1. Massachusetts RN Licensure. 2. 3 Years of RN Experience. 3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. 4. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Preferred Qualifications: 1. Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Conducts a comprehensive evaluation of all educational activities and utilizes this data for future programming. Collaborates with leadership and staff to develop and evaluate educational programs. Develops content and strategies to meet learning needs. Coordinates orientation of nursing staff to the organization/unit. Provides educational opportunities that benefit nurses at all stages of their career. Delivers competence-based programs for nursing staff with a focus upon improvement of skills and retention of knowledge. Evaluates the effectiveness of educational programming. Evaluates and makes recommendations about Performance Improvement issues relevant to areas of nursing practice and patient care. Encourages and promotes collaboration between staff members and hospital departments. Acts as a role model for clinical excellence and promotion of professional practice. Assists in clinical problem-solving and the development of critical thinking skills. Maintains a current level of clinical expertise. Collaborates with leadership to recommend educational strategies for the implementation clinical standards. Consults with staff regarding individual learning needs. Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support those changes. Leads committees and/or projects related to the implementation of educational activities. About Lowell General For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most. About Tufts Medicine A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being. Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. The health system came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care.

Responsibilities

The RN Educator conducts evaluations of educational activities and collaborates with staff to develop programs. They also provide educational opportunities and deliver competence-based programs to improve nursing skills and knowledge retention.