Clinical Nurse Educator

apartment Appalachian Regional Healthcare location_onHazard, KY

Overview Under the guidance of the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice and System Chief Nursing Officer, the Clinical Nurse Educator functions in the roles of Educator, Facilitator, Consultant, Change Agent, and Leader. The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) participates in the development of standardized educational initiatives across the Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) organization and plays a vital role in leading change in pursuit of improved nursing practice and professional development. The Clinical Nurse Educator promotes a positive image and maintains positive relationships with internal and external customers. The Clinical Nurse Educator may be required to travel to other ARH facilities to provide education, under the direction of the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice. Responsibilities Conducts educational needs assessments using a variety of methods/tools. Incorporates principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, creating a climate with supports learning across the organization. Coordinates and facilitates nursing orientation and competency evaluation of new staff to the organization, and well as training/education for new equipment and new/revised clinical care policies and protocols. Develops and delivers evidence-based educational programs and offerings. Utilizes best practices in educational content delivery. Collaborates with Community Chief Nursing officer, local nursing leadership and other disciplines to create a robust educational environment while fostering teambuilding and leadership development. Provides point of care assistance and support to assist nursing staff with clinical skills development and critical thinking. Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs utilizing best practices. Utilizes a variety of evidence-based instructional techniques. Adjusts educational content and teaching strategies based on appropriate learner needs, utilizing various media and formats. Collaborates with and supports all ARH facilities in developing and delivering educational programs as determined by the AVP Nursing Education and Professional Practice. Assumes ownership and responsibility in attaining, developing, and maintaining educational and instructional expertise. Facilitates centralized nursing orientation. Oversees the onboarding of student nurses and clinical faculty to assure adherence to ARH and regulatory guidelines. Oversees, in collaboration with Nursing Leadership, Human Resources, and applicable Schools of Nursing, compliance with the Nurse Extern Program. Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support these changes. Ensures that educational programs are congruent with organizational missions, values, and goals. Maintains flexibility when managing multiple roles/responsibilities. Interprets and communicates across multiple disciplines. Promotes a safe and healthy work environment. Serves as a role mode to promote education, professionalism, excellence, and safety. Role models and promotes the concept of life-long learning. Leads committees, work groups, and/or projects related to the implementation of educational activities. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing BSN Required or have plan to obtain within 2 years Master’s Degree Preferred Work Experience: Three (3) years clinical nursing experience required *Five (5) years or more preferred Minimum of 1 year nursing education experience required *Three (3) or more preferred Licenses and Certifications: Current license to practice nursing in the states of KY or WV depending on state of residency. Professional Certification Required or plan to obtain within 2 years of employment. BLS required upon hire. ACLS required within 6 months of employment. PALS required within 6 months of employment. TNCC required within 1 year. De-escalation training (ARH adopted) required within 6 months. Designated Instructor Certification Requirements BLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. ACLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. PALS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. De-Escalation Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. TNCC Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. Other Instructor designations as needed with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. *To facilitate the professional competence and confidence of the Clinical Nurse Educator, the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice may assign mandatory professional development activities, workshops and educational offerings."

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Educator

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Clinical Nurse Educator

apartment Appalachian Regional Healthcare location_onHazard, KY

Overview Under the guidance of the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice and System Chief Nursing Officer, the Clinical Nurse Educator functions in the roles of Educator, Facilitator, Consultant, Change Agent, and Leader. The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) participates in the development of standardized educational initiatives across the Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) organization and plays a vital role in leading change in pursuit of improved nursing practice and professional development. The Clinical Nurse Educator promotes a positive image and maintains positive relationships with internal and external customers. The Clinical Nurse Educator may be required to travel to other ARH facilities to provide education, under the direction of the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice. Responsibilities Conducts educational needs assessments using a variety of methods/tools. Incorporates principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, creating a climate with supports learning across the organization. Coordinates and facilitates nursing orientation and competency evaluation of new staff to the organization, and well as training/education for new equipment and new/revised clinical care policies and protocols. Develops and delivers evidence-based educational programs and offerings. Utilizes best practices in educational content delivery. Collaborates with Community Chief Nursing officer, local nursing leadership and other disciplines to create a robust educational environment while fostering teambuilding and leadership development. Provides point of care assistance and support to assist nursing staff with clinical skills development and critical thinking. Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs utilizing best practices. Utilizes a variety of evidence-based instructional techniques. Adjusts educational content and teaching strategies based on appropriate learner needs, utilizing various media and formats. Collaborates with and supports all ARH facilities in developing and delivering educational programs as determined by the AVP Nursing Education and Professional Practice. Assumes ownership and responsibility in attaining, developing, and maintaining educational and instructional expertise. Facilitates centralized nursing orientation. Oversees the onboarding of student nurses and clinical faculty to assure adherence to ARH and regulatory guidelines. Oversees, in collaboration with Nursing Leadership, Human Resources, and applicable Schools of Nursing, compliance with the Nurse Extern Program. Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support these changes. Ensures that educational programs are congruent with organizational missions, values, and goals. Maintains flexibility when managing multiple roles/responsibilities. Interprets and communicates across multiple disciplines. Promotes a safe and healthy work environment. Serves as a role mode to promote education, professionalism, excellence, and safety. Role models and promotes the concept of life-long learning. Leads committees, work groups, and/or projects related to the implementation of educational activities. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing BSN Required or have plan to obtain within 2 years Master’s Degree Preferred Work Experience: Three (3) years clinical nursing experience required *Five (5) years or more preferred Minimum of 1 year nursing education experience required *Three (3) or more preferred Licenses and Certifications: Current license to practice nursing in the states of KY or WV depending on state of residency. Professional Certification Required or plan to obtain within 2 years of employment. BLS required upon hire. ACLS required within 6 months of employment. PALS required within 6 months of employment. TNCC required within 1 year. De-escalation training (ARH adopted) required within 6 months. Designated Instructor Certification Requirements BLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. ACLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. PALS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. De-Escalation Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. TNCC Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. Other Instructor designations as needed with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. *To facilitate the professional competence and confidence of the Clinical Nurse Educator, the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice may assign mandatory professional development activities, workshops and educational offerings."

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Registered Nurse Tier 2 (Union)

apartment Appalachian Regional Healthcare location_onMcDowell, KY

Overview The Registered Nurse requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process in the respective departments in which assigned. The RN must collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; provide physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members and students. Special Instructions float position will float to ED Responsibilities Completes patient assessments, formulates plan of care, oversees implementation of plan of care, evaluate and adjust plan of care utilizing critical thinking skills The performance of other nursing acts which are authorized or limited by the board, and which are consistent either with American Nursing’s Association Standards of Practice or with Standards of Practice established by nationally accepted organizations of registered nurses. Care, counsel health teaching and promotion, utilizes Teach Back methodology as affirmation of comprehension The administration of medication, intravenous therapy and treatment as prescribed by a LIP Supervision, delegation and follow-through to other personnel in the performance of activities relating to nursing care. Mentors and precepts students and orient new staff as assigned Reports up chain of command Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager/House Nurse Coordinator pertinent information Participates on various teams, committees or performance improvement initiatives Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, coworkers and self Participates in Discharge Planning and Transition of Care (able to define pt needs) Serves as a patient advocate and escalates patient related concerns timely Timely documents pertinent findings in medical record Assist patients in performing activities of daily living and functions as an active team member Assumes responsibility for personnel professional development Utilizes effective communication skills and active listening, exhibits compassionate and empathetic attitude Practices Hands Off communication utilizing SBAR; Performs Bedside Shift reporting utilizing SBAR (unless contradicted) Functions as a positive influence, role model and adheres to professional code of conduct Respects dignity and confidentiality of all matters relating to patients Refer to Special Addendum and Staff Nurse Position Description Performs other job duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Preferred Associate's Degree Required Mastery of problem solving and decision making skills. Mastery of collaboration and teamwork. Mastery of growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills. Mastery of execution and delivery (planning, delivering, and supporting) skills. Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Ability to function in clinical setting with diverse cultural dynamics of clinical staff and patients. Mastery knowledge of phases of care transitions and resources available for patients. Mastery of digital literacy skills. Registered Nurse. Required BLS upon hire Required De-Escalation Training within 6 months of hire Required Advanced Dysrhythmia/EKG (Med/Surg telemetry unit ONLY) Required

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Other

Registered Nurse Tier 2 (Union)

apartment Appalachian Regional Healthcare location_onMcDowell, KY

Overview The Registered Nurse requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process in the respective departments in which assigned. The RN must collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; provide physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members and students. Special Instructions Float position will float to ED as well Responsibilities Completes patient assessments, formulates plan of care, oversees implementation of plan of care, evaluate and adjust plan of care utilizing critical thinking skills The performance of other nursing acts which are authorized or limited by the board, and which are consistent either with American Nursing’s Association Standards of Practice or with Standards of Practice established by nationally accepted organizations of registered nurses. Care, counsel health teaching and promotion, utilizes Teach Back methodology as affirmation of comprehension The administration of medication, intravenous therapy and treatment as prescribed by a LIP Supervision, delegation and follow-through to other personnel in the performance of activities relating to nursing care. Mentors and precepts students and orient new staff as assigned Reports up chain of command Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager/House Nurse Coordinator pertinent information Participates on various teams, committees or performance improvement initiatives Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, coworkers and self Participates in Discharge Planning and Transition of Care (able to define pt needs) Serves as a patient advocate and escalates patient related concerns timely Timely documents pertinent findings in medical record Assist patients in performing activities of daily living and functions as an active team member Assumes responsibility for personnel professional development Utilizes effective communication skills and active listening, exhibits compassionate and empathetic attitude Practices Hands Off communication utilizing SBAR; Performs Bedside Shift reporting utilizing SBAR (unless contradicted) Functions as a positive influence, role model and adheres to professional code of conduct Respects dignity and confidentiality of all matters relating to patients Refer to Special Addendum and Staff Nurse Position Description Performs other job duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Preferred Associate's Degree Required Mastery of problem solving and decision making skills. Mastery of collaboration and teamwork. Mastery of growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills. Mastery of execution and delivery (planning, delivering, and supporting) skills. Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Ability to function in clinical setting with diverse cultural dynamics of clinical staff and patients. Mastery knowledge of phases of care transitions and resources available for patients. Mastery of digital literacy skills. Registered Nurse. Required BLS upon hire Required De-Escalation Training within 6 months of hire Required Advanced Dysrhythmia/EKG (Med/Surg telemetry unit ONLY) Required

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Registered Nurse Tier 2 (Union) ER

apartment Appalachian Regional Healthcare location_onMcDowell, KY

Overview The Registered Nurse requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process in the respective departments in which assigned. The RN must collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; provide physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members and students. Special Instructions will be required to float Med/surg as well, must be oriented to both depts. Responsibilities Completes patient assessments, formulates plan of care, oversees implementation of plan of care, evaluate and adjust plan of care utilizing critical thinking skills The performance of other nursing acts which are authorized or limited by the board, and which are consistent either with American Nursing’s Association Standards of Practice or with Standards of Practice established by nationally accepted organizations of registered nurses. Care, counsel health teaching and promotion, utilizes Teach Back methodology as affirmation of comprehension The administration of medication, intravenous therapy and treatment as prescribed by a LIP Supervision, delegation and follow-through to other personnel in the performance of activities relating to nursing care. Mentors and precepts students and orient new staff as assigned Reports up chain of command Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager/House Nurse Coordinator pertinent information Participates on various teams, committees or performance improvement initiatives Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, coworkers and self Participates in Discharge Planning and Transition of Care (able to define pt needs) Serves as a patient advocate and escalates patient related concerns timely Timely documents pertinent findings in medical record Assist patients in performing activities of daily living and functions as an active team member Assumes responsibility for personnel professional development Utilizes effective communication skills and active listening, exhibits compassionate and empathetic attitude Practices Hands Off communication utilizing SBAR; Performs Bedside Shift reporting utilizing SBAR (unless contradicted) Functions as a positive influence, role model and adheres to professional code of conduct Respects dignity and confidentiality of all matters relating to patients Refer to Special Addendum and Staff Nurse Position Description Performs other job duties as assigned. Training for all personnel assigned to the Emergency Room shall consist of the following: 1.State and federal regulations related to emergency services. 2.Nursing management of trauma. 3.Nursing management of cardiac related disorders. 4.Performance of EKG procedures, EKG interpretation, and appropriate nursing intervention. 5.Pharmacological intervention (IV therapy). 6.Patient assessment (triage). 7.Nursing management of pediatric emergencies. 8.Medicolegal aspects, particularly related to proper documentation. 9.Nursing management of obstetrical emergencies. 10.Patient/family emotional response. 11.Cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway management. Qualifications Associate's Degree Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Required Bachelor's Degree Preferred Up to 1 year Preferred Minimum of one (1) year acute care nursing experience (1) year of experience should be relevant to specific department in which they will be working. Refer to addendums for additional requirements. Experience with Electronic Health Record Preferred. Preferred Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with providers at all levels essential. Able to communicate clearly in writing and verbally and effectively influence others to achieve necessary outcomes. Demonstrated ability to follow direction and facilitate a working environment conducive to change, enabling positive outcomes in a highly complex system. Exhibit Critical Thinking Skills Must possess basic computer skills. Ability to pass Medication Exam. Completion of hospital approved training program and documented competence in emergency care procedures as determined by the Director of Nursing Services. Moderate Sedation Completion of Stroke Modules Restraints The nurse shall be adequately oriented to the unit policies, procedures, and equipment. Orientation shall include safety procedures, infection control practices and performance improvement monitoring. Registered Nurse in State Required BLS Required De-Escalation Training within 6 months of hire Required ACLS Required Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum Certification Required Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification Required NIH Stroke Certification Required Advanced Dysrhythmia/EKG Required Rural Trauma Team Development Course Preferred Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course Preferred

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