St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
Exciting new opportunity to provide education to the Surgical Services Nursing Division at both the St. Luke's Warren and Easton Campuses.
The Ideal candidate will have work experience in the following settings:
Operating Room, PACU, Adult Procedural Unit (APU) and Gastrointestinal Lab.
The Clinical Education Specialist (BSN) is a leader in assessing, designing, implementing and evaluating educational programs and projects that support and improve the provision of quality, cost effective and compassionate patient care. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrates expertise in the teaching/learning process to improve clinical practice and system processes. Facilitates continuing education programs to support instructional goals and objectives of the patient care services division. Demonstrates expertise in areas of clinical practice, by participating with staff in the clinical arena to identify opportunities for improvement, assess staff performance, and facilitate implementation of new practices. Collaborates with patient, family, and health care professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Responds to staff and physician inquiries, questions and concerns. Contributes to the development and change of the health care delivery system by facilitating innovations in practice, education, research and technology. Participates in collaborative activities to promote organizational development. Participates in the Quality Improvement process and facilitates integration of outcomes. Maintains appropriate records. Functions as a project leader, consultant, and mentor. Supports the Network Philosophy of Nursing. Participates in the development of policies and procedures. Chairs or serves on assigned committees. Demonstrates an awareness of evaluating quality and cost/benefit outcomes. Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 4 hours per day; 2 hours at a time. Stand for up to 6 hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 20 minutes at a time. Frequently use hands and fingers. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 50 lbs. Transport patients weighing up to 250 lbs. via wheelchair, bed, and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.
EDUCATION: Valid RN license issued by state in which working (NJ/PA); BSN required; MSN within 5 years, preferred
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Two to five years clinical experience in an acute care setting required. Demonstrated success as a nurse preceptor. Previous experience in the education specialist role/nursing education preferred.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
