Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Simulation Clinical Nurse Educator is a student-centered position that works directly with academic departments developing and implementing evidence-based scenarios that develop student diagnostic and critical thinking skills through human patient simulators. Functions as a member of the management and nursing team, as well as serves as a leader and role model. Responsible for nursing students presenting to the organization from approved academic registered nurse programs in the community. Provides educational programs and in-services to the students and employees, as well as consults, develops, plans, implements, and evaluates programs provided. Schedules hours divided between simulation training for students, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital employees, and community partners, clinical opportunities for the students, and educational duties. Attends relevant staff and faculty meetings at both Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital and academic partner institutions. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision, and values of Phoebe. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. All activities must be in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity laws, HIPAA, ERISA, and other regulations, as appropriate.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)
• Master's Degree in Nursing (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years clinical practice as a registered nurse (Required)
• 1+ years simulation experience (Preferred)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Required Certifications/Licensures: Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) 
• Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Certified Nurse Educator (CNE), Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE), Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS)

GENERAL SKILLS

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Mathematical
• Analytical
• Grammar / Spelling
• Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have near normal vision: Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good manual dexterity
• Have good eye-hand-foot coordination
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasionally within shift (1-33%) :(Sitting,Climbing,Bending/Stooping,Twist at waist,Pushing/Pulling,Reaching above shoulder)
• Frequently within shift (34-66%) :(Standing,Walking)

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