Nursing Jobs in Mastic, NY

RN Clinical Educator

apartment Amedisys, Inc. location_onMedford, NY

Overview CHHA Home Health Experience and OASIS required Full Time Days 70% field travel, 30% office based. Responsible for promoting the development of critical thinking skills and clinical competence by executing the new hire orientation process for field clinicians. Also responsible for providing a blended experience of job shadowing and hands-on field visit training, as well as guidance on industry regulatory requirements, documentation compliance and patient quality. Responsibilities Coordinates and directs the provision of homecare according to individualized patient plan of care and company policies and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of home care and competency in discipline specific patient care skills required by the care center for the provision of patient care. Orients new clinicians (mentees) to the care center(s), including clinical home care, policies and procedures, documentation, technology, compliance, and regulatory requirements. Facilitates the learning experience to allow mentees to perform competently in their required responsibilities by mentoring, coaching, and role modeling correct behaviors. Ensures new hires follow and complete the Welcome Home orientation program in order and in the appropriate time frame Plans specific learning experiences to promote the acquisition of new knowledge, skills and abilities required of the job. Provides timely feedback to the mentee regarding all aspects of the orientation experience. Provides clinical skills practice opportunities for mentees and evaluates and documents correct performance. Evaluates and makes recommendations as to when the mentee is capable of working independently. Advocates for additional individual training needs for the mentee, as identified. Utilizes a combination of care center resources and recognized standards of practice to achieve positive clinical and training outcomes. Initiates, plans, and provides clinician staff education as needed. Utilizes accepted company teaching materials such as clinician and patient/family education. Trains and/or provides reinforcement of training to clinical staff on new patient EMR software applications as needed. Completes documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care and according to industry standards, conventions, and guidelines, such as OASIS and HIS, SOC/Admissions, Recertifications, ABNs, subsequent visits, etc. Facilitates delivery of clinician training and education related to organizational initiatives and/or changes in processes impacting patient care delivery. Adheres to organizational guidelines for case load management and mentee training. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required- Current unencumbered state license and applicable credentials to practice as a Registered Nurse, Minimum six (6) months of professional field clinician experience with Amedisys. Proficient in Amedisys EMR documentation system and policies and procedures. Demonstrated completion of peer mentor training. Strong communication skills both verbal and written Demonstrated ability to guide others through practical experiences, offering direct instruction and providing immediate specific feedback Ability to provide constructive feedback and create an environment of open dialogue and collaboration Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.