Nurse Educator

About This Role

This role involves designing, delivering, and evaluating nursing education programs within the hospital. It suits a nurse with a strong background in education who can support both staff and patient learning.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate continuum of care
• Be accountable for the development and implementation of an individualized orientation plan for each new employee in the division of nursing
• Participate in the orientation of new hospital employees as requested by Human Resources
• Coordinate and implement the orientation program for newly hired nursing personnel
• Collaborate with department heads to facilitate the implementation of patient education programs
• Collaborate with the Performance Improvement Department regarding the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement activities for the Education Department and other nursing departments
• Provide opportunities for staff, families, and patients to discuss their educational concerns/interests
• Facilitate a professional practice environment and support the staff and patient education process
• Serve as a resource person to staff
• Participate in conferences/committees that discuss issues relating to patient care
• Perform other job duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
• Fluent in the English language
• NJ RN license
• BLS - AHA approved

Nice to have:

• MSN preferred
• Bilingual preferred
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations, DNV standards, and practices for acute care facilities