Position Summary:
Responsible for providing Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification and re-certification classes and other courses to meet needs of nursing and support staff at IVHD and the community. Collaborates with Departmental Nurse Educators, Nursing Directors and Director of Training & Development to assist with educational opportunities for District staff.
Essential Functions:
- Provides informative classes that promote a positive learning experience.
- Plans, organizes, and evaluates learning of participants.
- Participates in community events and/or classes promoting health.
- Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers as needed
- Acts as a resource to the Director of Training & Development, staff, and community participants for AHA matters.
- Provides courses to the District staff as needed and authorized by the Director of Training and Development.
- Maintains District’s equipment used for training in accordance with AHA standards and local maintenance procedures.
- Performs other job duties as required.
Education, Experience, and Skills:
- Current license as Registered Nurse in the State of California required.
- Current certification as an Instructor the AHA courses: BLS, ACLS & PALS
- Must possess good communication skills, both oral and written.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
- Must have a working knowledge in word processing, presentations and electronic media.
Physical Requirements:
- Visual and hearing acuity pertinent to conducting teaching sessions, providing hands-on experiences and demonstrating equipment.
Scheduling and availability:
- This position requires flexible hours according to educational offerings available and other department activities.
Skills Required
- Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current AHA Instructor certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of word processing, presentations, and electronic media
- Visual and hearing acuity to conduct teaching sessions and demonstrations
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
What We Do
Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District, an Affiliate of the Scripps Health Network is proud to be the only ISO 9000:2008 certified hospital in the County of Imperial. ISO 9000:2008 certification is an international signal of our dedication and commitment to protecting our patients’ health and safety while they are with us. Located in Southern California, Pioneers Memorial Hospital is a highly recognized, 107-bed, acute care facility accredited by DNV - which stands for Det Norske Veritas – the Nordic Truth, is a hospital accreditation organization approved by the U. S. Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and has some of the most strenuous standards in healthcare. We are committed to providing state-of-the-art healthcare and the highest quality community education. Located in Imperial Valley in southeastern California, Pioneers opened our doors in 1950. From the very beginning, we have been committed to continually updating, upgrading and improving our facility and our care. We have invested in technological advancements not commonly found in a hospital of our size. We offer a modern 16-bed emergency facility. We are a level 4 trauma center with an excellent reputation and board-certified emergency physicians. We offer specialized treatment through our Cancer Institute, Wound Clinic, Joint Replacement, Physical Therapy Center, Pioneers Health Center and Calexico Health Center. Within the Phyllis Dillard Family Medical Center is a duo surgery suite for obstetrical and gynecological surgeries. There are 14 suites in our Perinatal Department within the Women’s Center and we deliver approximately 1,800 babies per year.
