Clinical Nurse Educator, Maternal Child Health
Ithaca, New York
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca

Job Opportunity: Clinical Nurse Educator - Maternal Child Health

Location: Ithaca, New York
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Job Summary

• Responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of orientation for all new Maternal Child Health (MCH) employees.
• Provide continuing education for established MCH staff.
• Collaborate with unit leadership to ensure compliance with Nursing Professional Development scope of practice and relevant nursing governing bodies.
• Serve as a registered nurse on the MCH unit during high census or staffing shortages as directed.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee orientation process for new MCH employees, including planning, evaluation, and reporting at 30 and 60 days in preparation for 90-day evaluations.
• Maintain educational documentation and checklists for all MCH staff to prepare for Joint Commission and Department of Health surveys.
• Develop and deliver education on policy updates, new equipment, and process changes.
• Provide Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) training and coordinate annual CPR and ACLS certifications for MCH staff.
• Organize annual unit skills day and document staff participation.
• Coordinate drills on high-risk procedures/topics across various shifts to maximize staff participation.
• Act as point person for new products, equipment troubleshooting, recalls, and interface with bioengineering and IT for equipment implementation.
• Fill in as bedside nurse when staffing is inadequate or census is high.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an educator.
• Educator experience within the last year.
• Maternal-Newborn nursing experience.
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Current PALS certification.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., computer keyboard use).
• Ability to perform light lifting related to patient care.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods during office work or patient care.
• Must be physically capable of operating job-related equipment.

Onboarding & Compliance Requirements

Health & Immunizations

• MMR: Positive IgG titer or documented 2-dose vaccine series required.
• Varicella: Positive IgG titer or documented 2-dose vaccine series required.
• Hepatitis B: Positive antibody titer, 3-dose vaccine series, or signed declination form required.
• Tdap: Must be current within the last 10 years or have a signed declination form.
• TB Test: Must have recent testing (PPD or Quantiferon) within 12 months; follow-up chest X-ray if prior positive. Annual requirement.
• COVID-19 Vaccine: Optional to upload proof or declination.

Fit Testing

• Must complete fit test within 12 months prior to start. On-site fit testing available if needed.

Drug Screening & Background Checks

• 9+ panel drug screen excluding marijuana (per New York state regulations).
• Comprehensive background checks including national and county criminal searches, FACIS 3, and multiple registry checks.

Documentation

• Valid US driver’s license or state ID (not expired).
• Physical exam within past 12 months with no restrictions, including vitals and vision screening.
• Color headshot photo (professional, no filters).
• Resume covering last 7 years of employment and education history.
• Two professional references: one from the last 12 months and one from the last 3 years.
• Employment and education verifications as required.
• Signed job description and various compliance forms (code of conduct, sexual harassment acknowledgment, etc.).

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not specified as a requirement.
• This role includes both educator and clinical nursing responsibilities.
• The assignment length is approximately 13 weeks.

This position is ideal for experienced Maternal Child Health RNs with a passion for education and clinical practice, seeking a defined-term assignment in New York.