EDUCATION COORDINATOR RN

Salina Regional Health Center

EDUCATION COORDINATOR RN

POSITION SUMMARY

The Education Coordinator functions in the organization as an educator, consultant, facilitator, researcher, leader, change agent, and resource person for the health center. Knowledge of adult education principles, change management, team building, facilitation, consultation, and learning theory distinguishes this position, supported by competence in research, leadership, consultation, staff development, simulation, and professional growth. Under the direction of the department director, the Education Coordinator assumes a consultant role in strengthening collaborative relationships with health center leadership, physicians, and all health care staff in various settings to improve patient/family outcomes along the care continuum throughout the organization.

POPULATION SERVED: n/a

OSHA CATEGORY III

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

QUALITY Collaborates and coordinates orientations, in-services, competency validation, risk management remediation, and continuing education/staff development programs. Facilitates evidence-based educational programs; using adult learning theory implements, and evaluates educational programs to facilitate professional growth, skill development, competency, and attainment of standards of care for staff. Incorporate nurse-sensitive quality indicators and nurse-driven improvements to patient care into orientation, competency validation and ongoing development. Administers and manages required certification courses, including course assignment, content development, and compliance monitoring; manages RQI program. Uses team approach to plan educational activities and solicits feedback from identified stakeholders.

ACCESS Uses an open, approachable manner to build/maintain self-confidence and treats others fairly and respectfully. Identifies and suggests opportunities to improve services offered through Organizational Development.

STEWARDSHIP Ensures privacy of confidential records and other information related to staff, patients and their families including proprietary content purchased and information related to performance or risk management. Seeks and acquires new competencies, work methods, ideas, and information that will improve own efficiency and effectiveness on the job. Prioritizes scheduled and unscheduled educational activities while evaluating the appropriateness, effectiveness and outcomes of educational endeavors.

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

PATIENT CENTERED

Keeps the welfare of the patient at the center of all decisions and actions by maintaining a customer-centered focus at all times. Advocates for patients and their families by practicing behaviors that create a culture of patient focused activity.

QUALITY Expects excellence of self and others. Questions the status quo; uses creativity and innovation to engage in performance and process improvement. Identifies and mitigates risk.

INTEGRITY Is honest and ethical in all matters. Demonstrates teamwork/cooperation within and across departments, understanding others perspectives and resolving conflict constructively.

TRUST Safeguards the privacy, security, and confidentiality of protected health information at all times. Treats all people with dignity; supports diversity; and understands related issues. Is flexible and adaptable to change; demonstrates a positive and supportive attitude; and willingly accepts change.

SUSTAINABILITY Holds self and others accountable in the use of SRHC supplies, and completion of tasks in a timely, efficient, and productive manner. Volunteers for or accepts new or additional duties/responsibilities for the greater good of the department, organization, and/or patient.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Bachelor Degree from an accredited school of nursing

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

Two years clinical or teaching experience

REQUIRED REGISTRATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Current Kansas Registered Nurse license Applicable Resuscitation and other position-related certifications must be obtained within the timeframe established by SRHC policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers up to 20 pounds Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching Manual dexterity and mobility Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Subject to many interruptions; pressure due to multiple calls, inquires, and/or deadlines Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends)

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

In signing the job description, I attest that I will adhere to Salina Regional Health Center’s policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including but not limited to complying fully with the Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Ethical Conduct; and participating actively in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Plan, including identifying and mitigating risk to patients.

I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and accept the qualifications, responsibilities, and performance expectations outlined in the job description. I recognize that these duties form the basis for my performance evaluations, and that management reserves the right to assign additional tasks or change existing essential job functions as operational needs dictate. I confirm that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.