Perioperative Clinical Educator

Responsibilities:

• Assesses educational needs of employees in assigned areas on an ongoing basis via observation, written feedback and communication with Nurse Manager, Associate Director, Director, staff and hospital personnel
• Develops new programs/courses as needed and updates courses as needed
• Plans programs that align with organizational goals
• Develops materials that are original and do not violate copyright and are cost appropriate for the program. Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality when using case studies, and in the preparation of all education materials
• Provides continuing education, required in-services and competency assessments for the departments as needed
• Provides education as needed in a timely manner for classroom or the clinical area, based on unit needs for the patient or staff learning needs
• Selects appropriate speakers (e.g. physicians, vendor, and other professional) for programs and provides program coordination and speaker support
• Attains contact hours or equivalent certification for RN programs as appropriate for topic and length of program

Credentials:

• Registered Nurse - PA (Required)
• American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN) certification within 2 years of hire.
• CPR Certification

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• BSN AND 5+ years Perianesthesia specialty specific clinical experience (Required)  
• 1+ year Experience in conducting internet research and creating presentations and support documents using Microsoft products. (Required) 
• Masters Degree in Nursing or Healthcare related field is encouraged to pursue within 2 years of hire (Preferred)