RN Educator- Simulation Coordinator | Part Time, Day Shift
JR102512 Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family. General Summary
- RN Educator- Simulation Coordinator role involves addressing the educational and developmental needs of nursing staff. This includes ensuring that nursing professionals possess the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality, competent care to patients and their families. Additionally, this role takes a lead in designing, executing, and refining simulation experiences within the Clinical Education department to enhance learning, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making. This role requires nurse to be a liaison between hospital and nursing programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs all tasks necessary for grant funding as the Simulation Coordinator.
- Support the educational needs of assigned units through classroom instruction, clinical experiences, and learning technologies.
- Implement comprehensive education programs to meet the orientation, ongoing competency, and professional development needs of nursing staff.
- Design and execute simulation scenarios in collaboration with nursing departments, nursing programs and inter-professional entities, promoting learning and clinical decision-making.
- Mentor and coach content experts and preceptors, modeling best instructional practices based on INACSL standards.
- Utilize performance improvement processes to evaluate and enhance educational programs, providing continuing education and mentorship opportunities.
- Collect feedback and data to assess learning outcomes in simulation activities and create reports on grant outcomes.
- Sets up simulation experiences and collaborates with content experts to provide simulation scenarios to learners. Maintains and organizes simulation equipment according to best practices.
- Collaborate with educators, administration, unit managers, clinical nurse specialists, and staff to maximize educational opportunities and cost-effective programs.
- Utilize research and evidence-based practices in the development of nursing education programs.
Education
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required. A general understanding of nursing principles and practices as normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Work Experience
- At least five (5) years of clinical experience with at least one year of adult teaching experience.
- Experience in developing and implementing education offerings based on needs assessments.
- Intermediate computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office products, and a demonstrated record of success in teaching nursing skills and critical thinking.
Certification/License
- Current RN license in the State of Missouri or Compact State.
- ACLS Instructor certification preferred
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Mental/Physical Requirements
- Considerable mental concentration required. Lifting up to 35 lbs., turning activities and nearly constant walking required. Standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
Working Conditions
- Potential exposure to infectious diseases and slight possibility of encountering hostile persons.
- Minimal physical discomfort in a teaching environment with office noise and distractions.
At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job