At least four (4) years' experience in Nursing with two (2) years concurrent experience applying educational concepts, including program planning and evaluation.
Knowledge of nursing and adult educational theories to assess, plan, implement and evaluate quality educational programs.
Analytic skills necessary to develop and evaluate educational programs and assess learning needs of staff.
Licensures, Certifications
Must possess current, unencumbered Maryland State license as a Registered Nurse.
Certification as C.P.R. instructor by American Heart Association preferred.
Completion of "Healthcare Provider" CPR course, every (2) years
Obtain certification as a professional development specialist within 4 years of hire.
Physical Requirements
Able to perform the physical requirements of the position, which may include activities related to patient care.
Working Conditions
Works alternatively in classroom, office or patient care areas with little exposure to excessive noise, dust or temperature.
Patient & Workplace Safety
Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.
Patient Population
Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Staff Development/ Competency
Assessment
Develops and conducts learning needs assessment to staff annually.
Validates identified needs with key stakeholders.
Documents evidence of professional practice gaps in a manner that facilitates the educational planning process.
Prioritizes data collection activities based on the immediate or anticipated needs of the situation including alignment with organizational strategic goals.
Uses technologies to facilitate comprehensive assessment of current and future individual and organizational needs.
Planning
Develops outcomes that reflect competency, learning and change.
Develops content reflective of the expected outcomes of the current evidence.
Uses adult learning concepts and instructional design principles when planning an activity.
Respects diversity by implementing cultural, ethnic, generational, and other differences when developing learning.
Determines appropriate interventions and learnings, identifying educational practice gaps from individual performance/ system issues.
Implementation
Implements a learning plan/ competency in a coordinated and timely manner.
Adjusts materials and teaching strategies appropriate to the situation and the learner's developmental; level, learning needs, readiness, ability to learn, language preference and culture.
Facilitation
Facilitates education of learners to meet their professional development needs.
Integrates learning resources into programs that address health and a healthy work environment.
Role models practices for creating and sustaining positive learning and practice environments.
Consultation
Synthesizes data and information, while incorporating conceptual or theoretical frameworks when providing consultation.
Establishes formal and informal consultative relationships that may lead to professional development or mentorship opportunities.
Develops recommendations and strategies to address problems and complex issues.
Evaluation
Uses valid and relevant methods or instruments to measure processes and outcomes.
Revises learning activities based on evaluation data.
Orientation
Participates in the development and provision of clinical orientation through formal education and preceptor programs.
Participates in competency-based orientation and preceptor programs for nursing, adhering to the standards of care and principals of adult education
Participates in orientation and education initiatives supported by the Center for Nursing Excellence
Informatics
Works with quality improvement initiatives to improve staff adherence to protocols, manage knowledge and information and enhance decision making and communication.
Facilitates e-learning of content including best practices, meeting regulatory requirements and The Joint Com
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
Under general supervision, develops clinical expertise and offers educational programs directed at expanding and enhancing nursing and ancillary staff knowledge and clinical practice. Collaborates with clinical managers, clinical specialists, and clinical leadership to plan, implement, and evaluate programs to meet identified needs of the organization. Serves as organizational resource to promote evidenced-based practice and facilitate optimal patient outcomes within GBMC healthcare system. Education
Bachelor's degree in nursing required with a commitment to obtain a Master's degree in 5 years
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