POSITION EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS:
· Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
· Bachelor of Science degree in nursing (BSN) is required (must be obtained within three (3) years of hire), MSN is preferred.
· Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure in the state of Texas required.
· Minimum of 3 years clinical nursing experience required; hospital experience preferred.
· One year of formal teaching experience or nursing professional development preferred.
· Certification in nursing specialty preferred
· Current BLS
· PALS and ACLS Certification within 6 months of hire date
· Must become BLS, PALS, and ACLS Instructor within 6 months of hire date. (Sub-specialties may require additional instructor courses)
· Organizational skills are necessary
· Good written and verbal communication skills required
· Ability to read, write, and speak English
· Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians
JOB KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
· Cognitive and technical knowledge and the ability to progressively manage professional health care education delivery across the continuum of care will be required.
· The ability to retrieve, communicate and present data and information both verbally and in writing is required; as is the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
· Must be flexible with work scheduling.
· Involves discretion and independent action within prescribed limits.
· Thorough knowledge and understanding of clinical protocols, procedures, and standards within area of nursing expertise.
· Ability to provide operational guidance and leadership to technical staff in area of specialty.
· Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
· Ability to assess educational needs and design and develop responsible curricula.
· Working knowledge of the use of established clinical and preceptorship models in the development of clinical education programs.
· Technical leadership skills within area of expertise.
· Advanced nursing skills in area of specialty.
· Responsible for the day to day training of nurses in respective unit of responsibility
· Collaborates and assists Nursing Educators from other areas
· Educates patient care staff in the use of new equipment, supplies, and instruments; coordinates in-service training and workshops for appropriate staff.
· Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
· Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:
STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE
Ensures that care is delivered to each patient in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and ANA Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice.
Standard I: Quality of Care
The nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
Standard II: Performance Appraisal
The nurse evaluates his/her own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and
relevant statues and regulations.
Standard III: Education
The nurse acquires and maintains current knowledge in nursing practice.
Standard IV: Collegiality
The nurse contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others.
Standard V: Ethics
The nurse’s decisions and actions on behalf of patients are determined in an ethical manner.
Standard VI: Collaboration
The nurse collaborates with the patient, significant other, and health care providers in providing patient care.
Standard VII: Research
The nurse uses research findings in practice.
Standard VIII: Resource Utilization
The nurse considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost in planning and delivering patient care.
Standard IX: Practice Environment
The nurse contributes to the environment of care delivery within the practice settings.
Standard X: Accountability
The nurse is professionally and legally accountable for his/her practice. The professional registered nurse may delegate to and supervise qualified personnel who provide patient care.
Builds a positive work environment by guiding employees to support the mission of the hospital, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging teamwork.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- formal teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
- procedural acute care hospital: 3 years (Required)
- surgical services : 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN License (Required)
- PALS Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Edinburg, TX 78539 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Edinburg, TX 78539: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
