Eastern Long Island Hospital Hiring for Nurse Educator-Full-Time Varied Shifts Job at Greenport, NY Full Time

Nurse Educator

Nursing Professional Development

With 70 beds, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital (SBELIH) is an acute care community hospital committed to delivering excellence in patient care and meeting the current and emerging health needs of the North Fork and Shelter Island. In 2019, Eastern Long Island Hospital joined with Stony Brook Medicine to preserve the mission of our founders to better serve our community. A campus of Stony Brook University Hospital, SBELIH provides regional behavioral health programs serving the greater Suffolk County area.

At SBELIH, inpatients are under the care of world-renowned hospitalists, physicians who specialize in inpatient medicine and taking care of hospitalized patients in place of a primary care provider. Centers of excellence include Medical-Surgical, Advanced Ambulatory Care, Behavioral Health, Emergency, Geriatric, Diagnostic Services, Physical Therapy and Gastrointestinal Services. SBELIH is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and has been awarded the Gold Seal of Approval.

The opportunity:

This position is responsible for providing education and evaluation to nursing and patient care staff, and facilitates evidenced-based research within a specialized area of nursing. Collaborates with medical practitioners to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients. Performs direct specialty nursing services to patients as required, ensuring adherence to Joint Commission standards and all related policies, procedures, and guidelines.

How you will impact the Hospital

• Provides educational leadership to patients and care providers to enhance specialized patient care within established healthcare setting.
• Assists patients and caregivers with educational needs, problem resolution, and health management across the continuum of care.
• Collaborates with medical providers, patient care staff, and unit management in the planning, implementation, and delivery of educational curricula.
• Acts as a key resource in the orientation and the continuing education nursing personnel and · non-nursing personnel as indicated or requested
• Initiates skills development programs within the parameters of established care models; monitors trends and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards and parameters.
• Provides direct specialized nursing services to an assigned group of patients, providing specialized patient care within nursing protocols and assisting in the performance of all related nursing duties.
• Develops patient care plans, incorporating evidenced-based research and national standards; consults with and serves as a resource to ensure quality patient care.
• Educates technical and 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 other job-related duties as assigned.

To be successful:

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of protocol, procedures, and standards within area of nursing expertise.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification American Heart Association required
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification American Heart Association required
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification American Heart Association preferred
• 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 care models in the development of education programs.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continued professional development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
• Ability to work effectively with others and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience in education program design and evaluation.
• Knowledge and experience in adult education principles. Hospital experience preferred.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in technology,
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Master of Science in Nursing or Nursing Education and/or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant nursing experience in an acute care setting required
• Five (5) years relevant clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience with orientation and education of nursing staff in a clinical setting preferred.

What we offer:

• Culture based on integrity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence
• Competitive salary based on skills, competencies, and potential
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan
• An organization that delivers world-class, compassionate care to our patients

Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 – $54.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location