Clinical Educator

Job Description

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing unit orientation, learning and development programs consistent with the hospital's mission and goals.
• Acts as a mentor and clinical resource at the unit level.
• Conducts formal and informal teaching sessions at the unit level.
• Develops and implements competency-based assessment programs.
• Manages and maintains a computerized database for staff competency development plans and education attendance.
• Provides regular updates to the department Manager.
• Provides an educational resource service within assigned area/s and additional units as required.
• Supports hospital policies and serves as a professional role model for staff.
• Works in other areas within the hospital when assigned, within the scope of practice.
• Maintains clinical and professional competency based on the latest research and established standards of practice.
• Completes all Core Competencies for nursing as well as applicable Unit Specific Competencies within prescribed timelines.
• Demonstrates awareness and knowledge of Infection Control, Pain Management and Wound Care practices and standards.
• Reports and documents as directed in the relevant policies and procedures.
• Understands the responsibilities of safe handling, and administration of Narcotic/Controlled Drugs and documentation as directed by policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates support of leadership. Encourages team decisions, and cooperation within and across departments and assists in resolving differences of opinion.
• Participate in hospital-wide and nursing committees.
• Demonstrates understanding and familiarity with Facility Management and Safety Plans.
• Actively participates in hospital/department quality improvement initiatives.
• Attends the monthly Nurse Management Team meeting and monthly Education meeting.
• Maintains annual education requirements and participates in ongoing education activities.
• Assists with departmental competency planning/review.
• Performs additional duties when required within the scope of practice.