Job Information
McLaren Health Care Educator Patient Care Services - Critical Care - McLaren Careers in Lapeer, Michigan
Department:
Education
Daily Work Times:
8:00am-4:30pm
Shift:
Days
Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours:
80
Position Summary:
Provides clinical education and evaluation to nursing and patient care staff and facilitates evidenced-based research within a specialized area of nursing. Collaborates with medical practitioners to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients. Performs direct specialty nursing services to patients as required, ensuring adherence to Joint Commission standards and all related policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
:
Provides educational leadership to patients and care providers to enhance specialized patient care within established clinical protocols.
Assists patients and caregivers with educational needs, problem resolution, and health management across the continuum of care.
Collaborates with medical providers, patient care staff, and unit management in the planning, implementation, and delivery of educational curricula.
Initiates clinical skills development programs within the parameters of established clinical and preceptor models; monitors trends and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards and parameters.
Provides direct specialized nursing services to an assigned group of patients, providing specialized patient care within nursing protocols and assisting in the performance of all related nursing duties.
Qualifications:
Required:
Intensive Care Unit Experience or Emergency Room Experience
Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Minimum of Three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse in critical care setting with demonstrated organization and preceptor skills in the area of expertise.
Valid BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross .
Preferred:
- Specialty certification: BLS instructor