Emergency Department Nurse Educator

• Lives the CARES values at all times
• Provides nursing professional development and education services by assisting nurses in preparing for contemporary practice and supporting them in acquiring the knowledge and skills so they can competently carry out all facets of the nursing process and clinical standards as defined by the Emergency Nurses Association
• Utilizes theory-based practice integrating the domains of the CNS/CNE role to include advanced practice clinical specialty skills, education, research, leadership and consultation

Required Job Specific Competencies

• Demonstrates advanced skills in physical assessment and interventions for high acuity patients, cognizant of psychosocial and cultural implications
• Promotes evidence-based practice findings and identifies clinical research opportunities in collaboration with staff nurses
• Implements teaching and learning strategies and interventions based on adult learning theory, fostering critical thinking among nurses
• Evaluated clinical outcomes as related to education interventions including the impact on cost, quality and satisfaction with health care. 
• Demonstrates a high level of collaborative practice and excellent communication skills
• Collaborates with all members of the team, demonstrating leadership skills, critical thinking, analysis, effective conflict resolution and role modeling
• Functions autonomously and is an independent decision maker, able to practice within the critical care settings while demonstrating outstanding skills in working the the acutely ill  and chronically ill client
• Displays a professional demeanor that exemplifies a positive role model for professional nursing practice at all times
• Functions as a facilitator and innovator for state-of-the-art nursing care with direct involvement in the implementation of new techniques for safety and quality care
• Maintains own knowledge base to keep current on interventions, trends, healthcare and professional nursing developments
• Knowledge of Systems Theory and the change process is required
• Actively guards the confidentiality of sensitive information including but not limited to the patients, staff and the health system
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient, sensitive to spiritual and cultural needs

Qualifications

• Must have a NYS license to practice nursing
• BLS
• PALS
• ACLS

Education

• Masters in Nursing Science with specialty in Critical Care Nursing required
• CEN required or obtained within arranged timeline
• Trauma certification obtained within six months
• Maintains a minimum of fifty hours of continuing education annually

Experience

• Seven to ten years of experience in adult critical nursing with three years Emergency Nursing experience
• Experience in education and program planning
• Previous or current faculty experience desired
• Project management experience desired
• Curriculum development experience
• Simulation development and implementation experience

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6000/year
• Contribution and match on Retirement Plan
• Five weeks paid time off
• Access to Success coaches
• Free parking

Company Culture:

Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience! Place yourself in an environment where your growth is supported, your contributions valued and your successes celebrated.

Position Pay Range: $90,000-105,000/year 

Starting Pay: Based on experience

Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply