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Nurse Educator

Bethesda Health

Chesterfield, MO
6 days ago
$63,943 - $106,407

Job Description

Join Bethesda Health as a Nurse Educator, where you will lead the development of training programs and orientation for new staff, focusing on long-term care and infection control. You'll collaborate with various departments to ensure a safe and compliant care environment while fostering a culture of continuous development among staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a Corporate-approved orientation program for all employees
  • Conduct General Orientation incorporating relevant OSHA and Federal and State regulations
  • Coordinate and monitor orientation activities
  • Develop lesson plans and conduct in-service programs
  • Develop and implement an ongoing infection prevention and control program
  • Lead the facility's Infection and Prevention Control Committee
  • Provide education to staff, residents, and families
  • Participate in continuous quality improvement activities

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
  • Current RN license in the state that you will be working
  • CPR/AED certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
  • Minimum of five years of recent clinical nursing experience required
  • Ability to manage time and organize daily schedule to meet productivity standards
  • Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other programs such as EMR
  • Must possess good communication skills and demonstrates ability to teach adults
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary
  • Ability to perform necessary documentation

Preferred Qualifications

  • BSN or related baccalaureate preparation in education preferred
  • Certified as a CPR instructor is highly desirable
  • Certified as an Instructor for the Missouri Nurse Assistant Training program and CMT instructor certification preferred
  • Educational and supervisory/management experience preferred
  • Previous experience in long-term care required
  • Completed specialized training in infection prevention and control through accredited continuing education

Benefits & Perks

403bDaily payBonusesCareer advancement opportunitiesHoliday payMedical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance for regular status employees