Procedural Area Nurse Educator - EP Lab

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

EO/AA

This position has responsibility for the development and administration of population specific education for staff. The Nurse Educator coordinates, facilitates and/or teaches unit/specialty classes and is responsible to maintain unit education records and oversee staff education files. The nurse educator also acts as a catalyst for change and adapts to change in a positive and professional manner. The Nurse Educator understands and promotes University of Utah Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Initiatives.

They exemplify and role model the Exceptional Patient Experience culture. This position may require the provision of direct patient care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Corporate Overview:
The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

• Develops and administers clinical nursing orientation for defined areas and provides ongoing support as a mentor for existing and newly hired staff.

• Evaluates effectiveness of education programs and develops new education as appropriate to meet the needs of the department and staff.

• Provides nursing and technical staff with support in their role as patient and family educators.

• May function as staff nurse in the labs as patient care needs necessitate.

• Responsible for performing all of the essential functions of the Procedural Nurse.

• Maintains strong clinical presence on the unit(s) and clinical competence by working side by side with new staff, preceptors, charge nurses and existing staff to provide patient care.

• Takes an active role as the lead preceptor for the unit by assigning staff to preceptor roles or directly precepting new staff. Assesses knowledge, skills, and competency of new staff and provides support for unit preceptors. Guides and directs staff preceptors by developing and monitoring training, timelines, goals and expectations for new staff.

• Assesses ongoing needs of staff. Based on needs, develops and maintains unit clinical competencies, skills and knowledge in collaboration with unit leadership and Clinical Staff Education.

• Maintains accurate and timely education records.

• Maintains and models clinical and professional expertise by being conversant with current literature and practice. Develops productive and collegial relationships with other clinicians, educators, quality and leadership.

• Participates in Clinical Education Committee including facilitating and communicating education information to defined areas of responsibility.

• Works with Nursing Education to coordinate assignment of nursing students to the procedural area. Works directly with students during their rotations.

• Collaborates with CNC and or unit management team in performing leadership and operational responsibilities.

• At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care…