Now Hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Educator at Northeast Center for Rehabilitation & Brain Injury Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury is a one-of-a-kind state of the art Skilled Nursing Facility located in Lake Katrine 5 minutes off of exit 19 on the New York State Thruway. Northeast Center offers programs not found in any other nursing home in the region, and our RNs are offered a level of specialized education not found anywhere else. LPNs who work at Northeast Center gain knowledge and skills that advance their careers while working in a supportive environment. Generous paid time off Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 401(k) Participation Specialized education Referral Bonuses Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly employee appreciation raffles Department appreciation days FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team! Responsibilities of LPN Educator: Plans, develops, directs, implements, and monitors orientation and education of all facility personnel. Plans, coordinates, and conducts Certified Nursing Assistant Program. Develops instructional materials to assist new personnel in becoming oriented to facility operational techniques. Schedules, with Human Resources and Administration, facility tours to acquaint new personnel with overall operation and interrelationship of facility services. Determines effectiveness of orientation materials and procedures through practice sessions. Sets up demonstrations of nursing service policies and equipment to acquaint facility staff with new equipment to make them more familiar with established policies and equipment. Plans, coordinates, and conducts regular and special inservice training sessions for facility staff to acquaint them with new procedures and policies and current trends and developments in resident/patient care techniques and employee performance, and to provide opportunity for individual members to develop to their full potential. Keep current on the latest developments by attending professional seminars, institutes, and reading professional journals. Assists Department Heads, Managers, Supervisors and Charge Nurses in planning and implementing staff development programs on their units. Keeps bulletin/informational boards current by listing information on programs, meetings, seminars, etc. and promotes appropriate staff attendance at these meetings. Plans special training sessions for staff members as needed and/or required. Participates in writing and maintaining policies, procedures, and forms. Makes suggestions for changes or clarification in policies and procedures. Completes Education Department reports and maintains Education Department records and documentation (including attendance records) in accordance with Federal and State Regulations and standards for Long Term Care Provides staff with supervision as needed. Works flexible hours as necessary to provide staff development for all staff members. Meets periodically with Department Heads to assess and plan staff education needs. May participate in staff selection process, including interviewing. Develops an educational plan for a NATP program. Serves as a member of departmental committees, creating a strong and visible role model for a team. Approach to problem resolution and future planning. May fulfill the role of shift supervisor /staffing person if necessary. Requirements for LPN Educator: Valid NY LPN License Must be in good standing with the State Registry Train the Trainer Certification (We offer training if not currently certified) Short Term/Subacute Care Experience Preferred Excellent work ethic Must have demonstrated ability to make decisions with good nursing judgment, handle emergencies and maintain excellent patient assessment skill Job Types: Full-time Our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity principles ensures that every applicant is evaluated for positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Compensation: Rate will be commensurate with experience. Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage available. Competitive salaries. 401K with employer contribution. Generous Paid Time Off. Weekly/Daily Pay. EEO Employer
Position Overview: The Nurse Educator is a Registered Nurse who is educated in the art and science of nursing, with the goal of enhancing the performance and professional development of healthcare providers and their continuing competencies. The Nurse Educator is assigned to the Director of Education and works in collaboration with their division Nursing Vice President, Patient Care Managers and staff. The Nurse Educator will develop and coordinate educational programs and materials specific for their division of patient service. The Nurse Educator is responsible for facilitating the development of clinical excellence in assigned areas through active participation in orientation, training, on-going staff development and evaluation of clinical practice for all levels of personnel served. The Nurse Educator will participate in the development of formal and informal education programs and activities in an effort to improve quality standards and outcomes as well as staff performance expectations. The Nurse Educator serves as a resource and educator to their division health care team on new policies, procedures, equipment, and healthcare information. The Nurse Educator is cognizant of current research in their division of nursing practice and care delivery and facilitates the implementation of Evidence Based Practice initiatives. The Nurse Educator actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The Nurse Educator must be willing to adjust their hours as needed or as assigned (evenings/nights/weekends) to meet the educational needs of the staff. The Nurse Educator performs utilizing the ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development, the MS Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, the Joint Commission Standards, National Evidence Based Standards, the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control and the SRHS Department of Nursing Plan for the Provision of Care, Treatment and Services. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Educator - LPN/RN (Registered Nurse Required) Healthcare Workforce Academy / Full-Time / 7:00 AM -3:30 PM; Will be required to work nights and/or weekends as classes arise. / 3401 Bienville Blvd Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564 United States Position Overview: The Nurse Educator is a Registered Nurse who is educated in the art and science of nursing, with the goal of enhancing the performance and professional development of healthcare providers and their continuing competencies. The Nurse Educator is assigned to the Director of Education and works in collaboration with their division Nursing Vice President, Patient Care Managers and staff. The Nurse Educator will develop and coordinate educational programs and materials specific for their division of patient service. The Nurse Educator is responsible for facilitating the development of clinical excellence in assigned areas through active participation in orientation, training, on-going staff development and evaluation of clinical practice for all levels of personnel served. The Nurse Educator will participate in the development of formal and informal education programs and activities in an effort to improve quality standards and outcomes as well as staff performance expectations. The Nurse Educator serves as a resource and educator to their division health care team on new policies, procedures, equipment, and healthcare information. The Nurse Educator is cognizant of current research in their division of nursing practice and care delivery and facilitates the implementation of Evidence Based Practice initiatives. The Nurse Educator actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The Nurse Educator must be willing to adjust their hours as needed or as assigned (evenings/nights/weekends) to meet the educational needs of the staff. The Nurse Educator performs utilizing the ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development, the MS Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, the Joint Commission Standards, National Evidence Based Standards, the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control and the SRHS Department of Nursing Plan for the Provision of Care, Treatment and Services. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned. Education: Graduate from NLN school of nursing. BSN or MSN preferred. Must be willing to pursue a BSN or MSN degree within two (2) years of hire. License: Current Mississippi State RN licensure. Certifications: BCLS certification required; BCLS instructor certification required within one (1) year of hire. Certification and instructor certification specific to nursing division service such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP must be achieved within one (1) year of hire. Obtain and maintain certification from national organizations specific to the nursing division in which he/she provides service preferred. Experience: Appropriate nursing practice/experience within the past five years with previous teaching experience or recognized potential. Reports to: Director of Education; HR Operations Director Supervises: None Physical Demands: Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses many physical motions in performing day to day activities. Visual acuity to observe staff performing patient assessment data with the use of manual/automated devices for collecting and documenting the data. Auditory acuity to hear patient and staff in verbal communication and gather data using auscultory skills. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate as needed during the shift and able to stand for extended periods of time. Must have high energy level and be capable of handling high pressure situations. May be exposed to communicable disease or radiation. Mental Demands: Keen mental faculties in assessment and decision making skills in the education of staff for the management of acute and chronically ill patients. Communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress level association with the education of staff in the care of acute patient/family situations and conditions. Demands maintaining effective working relationships with peers, staff, managers, vice presidents, physicians, and other healthcare workers. Special Demands: Job requires traveling throughout the SRHS service area to provide education at the division level on various units and in formal classroom settings - with the employee providing his/her own transportation. Must have a valid driver license.
Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY. Registered Nurse (RN/LPN) Clinical Community Educator MUST HAVE 2 YRS OF SALES WITHIN THE HOSPICE CONTINUUM OF CARE EXPERIENCE SUPPORTING GIP PROGRAMS DESIRED Schedule: Monday - Friday. 8:00am - 5:00pm Agency: Beaumont Home Health and Hospice SUMMARY: The Clinical Community Educator will be a Licensed Professional Nurse that has the overall primary responsibility of promoting the (Agency) Hospice brand through the development of clinical relationships with acute care partners, post-acute care partners, senior living communities and other referral sources. The Clinical Community Educator assists in supporting the transition of identified patients in need by supporting discussions with their families and completing the initial election statement confirming consent for care. QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES: RN or LPN with a minimum of 2 years of experience in sales and marketing in the hospice continuum of care (experience supporting and developing GIP programs desired). Preferred Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure in the state of services. Ability to create positive impressions and communicate with a variety of people. Maintain effective communication with patients, families, physicians and co-workers. Compassionate and caring while working with patients. Ability to make appropriate clinical judgments. Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution. Detail-oriented and observant. Verbalizes knowledge of hospice and palliative care Nursing, State and Federal regulations. Differentiates Hospice from acute care nursing as noted by verbal report during IDT meeting, and implementation of interventions supporting the hospice plan of care. Utilizes the Nursing Process in a holistic approach to identify complex needs and to develop and implement creative strategies for meeting those needs while recognizing, reporting, and documenting signs and symptoms of decline. Documents data relative to complex or sensitive psychosocial, medical-legal, physiological states. Develops, implements, and evaluates teaching plan. Incorporates teaching plan into daily care and documents as well as providing educational support to referral sources as needed. Performs care adhering to the professional standards of practice and hospice standards of care. Assists in developing or revising policies and procedures as requested. Participates in audit process as requested to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations. Assists in compliance committees and meetings as requested. Disciplined style of work ethic. Ability to prioritize and be timely. Works efficiently. Ability to follow directions and work as a team member. #INDBEAUHOS7 MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Provides support to ensure that all eligible patients receive care, barriers to admissions are addressed and agencies growth and profitability is maximized. Attend pertinent meetings and visit key referral sources with Community Relations Representatives, developing the referral relationships of the agency within the community, in accordance with (Agency) Hospice policies and procedures. Reviews the patient’s medical record and gathers clinical information from the current care team and patient. Conducts an ‘at the bedside’ meeting with the patient and caregiver to identify and discuss the patient’s reason(s) hospice, qualifications and potential admission plan. Encourages patient and/or caregiver engagement in his/her own care by providing education regarding the patient’s medical condition, disease and symptom management, referral source and community resource options. The role includes explaining benefits, gathering information towards the determination of eligibility, completing the hospice care elections statement and beginning the admission process as appropriate. Demonstrates initiative in applying sound principles of management in planning, organizing, and delivering care. Collaborates and communicates with all members of the interdisciplinary team. Participates actively in meeting the goals and objectives of the hospice organization. Performs and documents care adhering to the professional, hospice, regulatory body, and nursing standards. Demonstrates an ongoing commitment to her/his own professional growth. The Clinical Liaison partners with the Community Relations team to develop and maintain referral source relationships and to assist with timely interventions if issues arise. Maintains active RN or LPN license in the state of services. Other duties as assigned. COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Maintains a friendly yet professional demeanor when interacting with hospital and facility staff, the patient, caregiver, and family, as well as, with members of the interdisciplinary team and office support staff. Respects the professional boundaries of communicating personal information with patient and caregiver. Utilizes effective communication skills both verbal and nonverbal with the patient/family. Serves as patient/family advocate. Initiates and documents follow-up to patient/family needs. Pursues job with enthusiasm and positive approach. Utilizes courteous and standardized approaches to phone communication. Maintains confidentiality of privileged information and supports the patient’s rights to privacy. Acts as a resource person to other staff members as needed. Utilizes appropriate supervisory and resource persons for problem-solving and identifying specific team needs. Submits to supervisors and agency leadership a written weekly report capturing identified metrics for data entry in playmaker by the Community Relations Director and in preparation for monthly review and discussion. Meets with supervisors and agency leadership each month to review and discuss identified metrics. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. Below are minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position. An extensive amount of travel is required for this position. Constantly (66%-100%):Reading, Speaking, Writing English Communications Skills, Computer/PDA Usage, Driving, Hand/finger dexterity, Hearing/Seeing, Hearing in person, Hearing on the phone, Talking in person, Talking on the phone, Vision for close work Frequently (34%-66%)Walking, Bending, Standing, Sitting, Stretching/Reaching Occasionally (2%-33%)Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance. Climbing, Stooping (bend at waist), Distinguish smell/taste Rarely (1% or less)N/A We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
