Clinical Educator (Cx) - Periop Administration - HPW - FT - Day

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

$103,376.00 - $152,738.04

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Overview

JOB TITLE:

Manager Peri-Operative Education

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

Plans, promotes, coordinates, implements and evaluates education activities according to Capital Health (CH) standards and policies. Promotes a continuous learning environment that supports ongoing staff development for assigned clinical areas. Uses effective communication to promote a positive environment. Demonstrates advanced level of expertise through collaborative activities within and outside Capital Health (CH). Functions as a clinical resource in patient care activities. Promotes the professional development of CH employees. Generates evaluation data for education and staff performance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Master’s degree in Health Care related field. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.

Experience:

Five years’ experience working as a Registered Nurse in an Operating Room. Prior clinical educator experience required.

Other Credentials:

AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider,Registered Nurse - NJ

Requires ATCN or TNCC (or must obtain within 1 year of hire) AND 8 hours of Trauma related Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours annually if assigned to: RMC ICU/CCU, RMC Surgical Trauma Unit, RMC PACU, Emergency Department (all campuses)

Requires NIH Stroke Scale Certification (or must obtain by end of orientation) AND 8 hours of Stroke related Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours annually if assigned to: Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED, PACU, Interventional Radiology, CNI, Observation

CPR Requirements:

• Requires ACLS (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Critical Care/Intermediate/Telemetry, Emergency Rooms, Pediatrics/Pediatrics Emergency Room, Labor & Delivery, Surgical Services (not to include Perioperative), Interventional Procedures, Observation.
• Requires NRP (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Maternity Services, Emergency Room RMC/Deborah
• Requires PALS (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Emergency Rooms, Infant Follow-Up, Surgical Services (only PACU & Same Day Surgery), Pediatrics/Pediatric ED.

Knowledge and Skills:

Effective written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of adult learning principles and classroom techniques. Strong interpersonal skills.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:

8 Hours  

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? Yes

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages multiple complex nationally recognized in-house educational programs such as: Peri-op 101, Certified Surgical Technician training, Certified Central Sterile Processing Technician.
• Assesses educational program risks and partners with leadership to mitigate issues and offer solutions.
• Collaborates with executives, operational partners, and physician stakeholders in the strategic planning, design, implementation and key educational programs to ensure sustainability of the Peri-operative workforce.
• Leads and facilitates strategies to ensure all staff, to appropriate role, are educated on new procedures and equipment prior to their initiation.
• Coaches and leads others in acquiring knowledge and provides expert advice.
• Serves as a consultant/resource to nursing staff, nursing management, and providers in interpreting policy/procedure standards and evidence-based practices.
• Develops new policies and procedures deemed necessary in the peri-operative environment.
• Coordinates the development of orientation plans for the unit-based healthcare providers. Individualizes the orientation plan based on the experience level and learning needs of the orientee. Assists peri-operative services leader to update and monitor the orientation process and evaluates the progress of orientees.
• Demonstrates effective teaching skills and uses a variety of instructional methods/teaching strategies. Plans, coordinates and presents programs to meet the assessed learning needs of healthcare providers. Exercises discretion and judgment when providing educational opportunities at times and places needed. Evaluates program outcome effectiveness based on the relevance and appropriateness of educational materials.
• Integrates information regarding evidence-based practice and CH regulatory standards in educational activities. Participates in developing, updating and maintaining educational materials.
• Develops education programs incorporating aspects of cultural diversity of population served in a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current peri-operative healthcare standards and a commitment to quality patient care. Functions as a role model for proper infection control practices.
• Assists with ensuring compliance with mandatory regulatory agency standards. Participates in the evaluation of performance improvement and regulatory requirement data collection.
• Develops and updates standards, objectives, policies and procedures utilizing evidence-based practice. Participates in the resolution of clinical issues requiring educational intervention and to promote best practices.
• Participates in departmental quality improvement and in hospital-wide performance improvement projects.
• Promotes learning activities that enable healthcare providers to integrate research into practice.
• Assists with the completion of performance appraisals and assesses and documents the achievement of staff competence. Participates in staff meetings.
• Maintains records for educational activities. Promotes accuracy and completeness of documentation in the patient medical record.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities upon request.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Taste or Smell

Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Radiation , Dust/Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.