Clinical Nurse Educator - ASU​/PACU

Hourly Pay Range

$40.45 - $62.70 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

• Position:
  Registered Nurse Clinical Educator
• Location:
  
  Evanston Hospital
• Employment Type:
  
  Full time
• Hours:
  
  9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday with flexibility

The staff educator functions 50% as OR staff educator & 50% as staff nurse.

The clinical nurse educator fosters the achievement of learning by diverse learners. Serves as educator, facilitator, change agent, consultant, researcher and leader. Works collaboratively with unit management to ensure program development, implementation and evaluation.

• BSN

• IL RN licensure
• CAPA preferred
• CPAN preferred
• CPR BLS through American Heart Association
• PALS & ACLS through American Heart Association preferred

• 3+ years of nursing experience
• Responsible for new staff onboarding and orientation including, but not limited to classroom education reinforced by hands‑on experiences in the operating room.
• Directly responsible for ensuring that the integrity of the established Clinical Training Programs for Operating Room staff are delivered in their entirety without deviation; provides educational programs to develop clinical staff skills and competencies needed to meet all applicable regulatory agency requirements.
• Collaborates with the education team to develop, maintain and present educational materials to include Periop 101 (& Periop 202 for SK only), Instructor‑Led Training programs/orientation, initial and annual clinical staff competency and ongoing support of professional development through continuing education programs.
• Acts as preceptor and mentor to new OR staff.
• Demonstrates ability to assess staff educational needs, designs and develops curricula to meet the Operating Room staff needs. Collaborates with OR clinical manager to plan, implement, and deliver annual educational curricula.
• Responsible to plan and design staff skills days and in‑services.
• Initiates skills development programs within the parameters of established best evidence‑based practices; monitors OR trends and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality/safety standards.
• Demonstrates competencies in Northshore nursing protocols; teaches and assists in the performance of all related nursing duties.
• Educates staff in the use of new equipment, supplies, and instruments; coordinates in‑service training and workshops.
• Makes recommendations when new knowledge indicates a need for change in policies and procedures, in collaboration with Clinical Managers & Perioperative Leaders.
• Improves and updates Operating Room Training Programs and work practices by reviewing current AORN recommended standards, literature and appropriate evidence‑based educational resources.
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Demonstrates problem‑solving abilities & effective communication and presentation skills.
• Provides direct OR nursing care as assigned; demonstrates OR scrub & circulating nurse competencies.
• Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrates an in‑depth understanding of infection control and prevention of transmission of blood‑borne pathogens as required to fulfill job responsibilities.

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions)
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.