Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Educator
010 - UHS Wilson Medical Center
Johnson City, NY
3x12 hrs

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients. Rooms are air conditioned and heated.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting.
• Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by UHS Hospitals Infection Control policies.

Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing
• Three (3) years of nursing practice experience in a clinical setting

Preferred:

• Masters Degree in Nursing or related field
• Previous teaching experience

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• Current New York State Registered Nurse License
• CPR within 3 months of hire
• Completion of Professional Certification within 3 years.

Preferred:

• Professional Nursing Certification in Professional Development
• Professional Certification in another nursing specialty

The Clinical Nurse Educator within a Unit or area of oversite is responsible for collaborating with the unit coordinator, Nurse Managers and Directors of Nursing across sites to plan and implement specific orientation, in-service education, and staff development. Ensures competency of all staff within clinical area. Provides support in review and development of departmental policies and procedures. Provides specialty-based training and education to bridge the gap between identified educational needs and clinical staff to improve patient outcomes.