Clinical Educator - NICU

Work Location Orange, California Work Shift Day - 08hrs (United States of America)

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Environmental Sustainability Statement Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

The Clinical Staff Educator, in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Specialist and unit management, is responsible for staff development as an educator, consultant, facilitator, change agent, leader and researcher. This is accomplished by the facilitation of the educational process through assessment, development, planning, implementation and evaluation of competency assessment, continuing education and leadership development incorporating adult learning theory and age appropriate guidelines.

Minimum $121,347 Midpoint $160,826 Maximum $200,283 Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

• Required:
  
  Minimum three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in an area of specialty.
• One (1) year of mentoring/teaching experience.
• Preferred:
  Two (2) years of clinical education experience within the specialty area.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited (BRN) school of Nursing.
• Preferred:
  Masters degree in Nursing or related field.

• Required:
  
  Certification in specialty area (within 6 months of hire) and other certification as required.

• Required:
  
  Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc.
• Basic knowledge of audio-visual equipment.
• Knowledge of regulatory/accreditation agency standards.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and application of adult learning theory.
• Interpersonal relationship, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain flexibility in an environment subject to numerous interruptions, e.g., multiple demands, inquiries, special project requirements, requiring critical deadlines.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills; ability to set goals and evaluate results in accordance with the highest standards.
• Ability to provide care with sensitivity and respect; advances care through development of new ideas and technology; understands and exceeds customer expectations.

• Required:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS);
  Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS);
  Registered Nurse – CA (RN).

Sedentary
- Very light energy level Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%,…