RN Clinical Educator - Perioperative Services

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Hours: 8am to 4pm (hours may vary)
This position is responsible for autonomously providing expertise in the process of adult education, instructional design and training that facilitates the promotion of competent and quality patient care. Supports clinical employees in their efforts to acquire knowledge and skills, and their professional development. Typically reports to the campus Manager or Director of Clinical Education and Professional Development.
The idea candidate will have two (2) years of PeriOp nursing experience and three (3) years of education-related experience (preceptor experience is considered). Effective oral and written communication skills is a must.
This position serves as the primary clinical educator for the following areas: Operating Room, PACU, PreOp, Cath Lab, CV Recovery, Endoscopy and Pre-Admission Testing.
Memorial Hermann Cypress is located on 32 acres on the northeast side of Highway 290 and Grand Parkway between Mason Road and Mueschke Road. Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital is a full-service, acute-care hospital serving the health care needs of the fast-growing Cypress area. As part of the Memorial Hermann Health System, Memorial Hermann Cypress offers access to top medical specialists for families in Cypress and Northwest Houston. Our affiliated board-certified physicians and healthcare professionals utilize advanced medical equipment and state-of-the-art technology to meet the community's healthcare needs, ranging from routine outpatient visits to complex inpatient procedures.
Memorial Hermann Cypress has proudly achieved Magnet Recognition with Distinction™, a prestigious designation granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The accolade recognizes the highest-performing Magnet organizations worldwide for their commitment to quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovation in professional nursing practice. We are proud to be the first campus within the Memorial Hermann Health System and 11th in the nation to receive the recognition.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required, Master’s Degree in related field preferred.  

Licenses/Certifications: 

• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing required.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

• Nursing Professional Development (NPD) certification preferred.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Two (2) years of nursing experience required.

• Three (3) years of education-related experience required.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs competency management job functions including needs assessment, gap analysis and monitoring of compliance.

• Builds upon competency management functions to include precepting new educators, analysis and management of competencies.

• Develops and disseminates all levels of educational content/programs utilizing various learning methods/domains.

• Uses education design process to plan implement and evaluate educational initiatives to address progress gaps.

• Applies strategies to facilitate professional development based on Nursing Professional Development (NDP) standards of practice.

• Develops interprofessional collaboration with learners and other stakeholders utilizing effective communication.

• Collaborate/initiates Evidence Based Practice (EBP) projects/research/quality improvement projects. 

• Identifies and offers strategies to support orientation progression.

• Coaches and provides feedback to preceptors and orientees and assesses orientation progress.

• Monitors the internal and external environments for opportunities and challenges that may affect professional practice gaps.

• Plans for learning, change and professional role competence and growth.

• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as a resource to less experienced staff.

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce.

• Other duties as assigned.