Hybrid Hospital - Clinical Nurse Educator (Perioperative Services) en UT Health San Antonio
UT Health San Antonio · San Antonio, Estados Unidos De América · Hybrid
- Professional
- Oficina en San Antonio
Under the direction of the Director, Clinical Education and Nursing Professional Development, the Clinical Nurse Educator will assist in the design, development, implementation, and facilitation of clinical training programs. The Clinical Nurse Educator will provide evidenced-based education and evaluation that enhances patient safety and outcomes. The Clinical Nurse Educator will collaborate with unit-specific leadership to promote professional clinical competency for nursing and non-licensed staff in the Hospital. The Clinical Nurse Educator will serve as a clinical expert, educator, and mentor for assigned areas.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate the educational planning process and prioritizes and individualizes educational content to a target audience.
- Participate in the creation, development, and execution of new hire clinical orientation.
- Participate in the development and management of unit staff competencies and education.
- Design educational activities that are evidence-based, creative, and meaningful.
- Utilize educational design models for creating meaningful education.
- Identify learning needs and opportunities for improvement on the unit and provide education for skill enhancement and understanding.
- Collaborate with others to support education, professional growth, and practice change throughout the department.
- Utilize the Donna Wright Competency Model.
- Develop and coordination education and job aides to support the use of new equipment.
- Research current issues and trends and validate identified educational needs with key stakeholders to build relevant learning curriculums.
- Participate in research and disseminate findings through educational programs, courses, and other activities.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must demonstrate considerable knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; healthcare laws and regulations; medical diagnoses and procedures; accepted medical treatment patterns; inpatient and transitional nursing care principles, practices, and procedures; and program regulations and procedures.
- Ability to prepare and maintain records. Ability to interpret and incorporate policies, protocols, and procedures into clinical practice.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication.
- Knowledge of adulty learning theories. Strong critical thinking and leadership skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft office (word, power point, excel).
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
Company
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.
Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.
FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
- Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
