Join the University of New Mexico Hospitals as a Unit Based Educator, where you'll lead educational initiatives and enhance patient care in a dynamic environment. Utilize your expertise to guide nursing practices and support clinical education while maintaining direct patient care responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Provide educational leadership to enhance specialized patient care
Initiate unit-based strategies for developing clinical skills
Perform as a unit educator while maintaining clinical skills
Develop patient plans of care incorporating evidence-based research
Consult with multidisciplinary team for quality patient care
Educate staff on new equipment and coordinate training
Assist patients and caregivers with educational needs
Collaborate with Clinical Educator and Unit Director for curriculum
Monitor trends to ensure quality standards are achieved
Deliver safe direct care to patients
Enhance professional growth through educational programs
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
BSN or MSN
18 months directly related experience
CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider within 30 days
RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo
3 years directly related experience
Current Instructor in BLS, ACLS, NRP or other instruct cert
Benefits & Perks
Sign-On Bonus AvailableRelocation Assistance AvailableShift differentials for weekday nights, weekend nights, and weekend days