Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

If you are looking for a RN position in skilled nursing to help with the clinical education of staff, and to meet a full time schedule, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places.

Our Lady of Mercy is looking for an RN Education Specialist for our 160-bed facility located in Guilderland, NY. Centrally located between Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Cohoes, Rotterdam & Altamont!

What you will do:
Design, development, implementation, orientation and evaluation of all educational programs for paraprofessional/technical nursing support staff. Also, responsible for the development and monitoring Infection Control.

Responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with Nursing leadership in a consultative and matrix reporting relationship
Provides mechanisms for clinical follow-up of application and generalization of knowledge/skills resident care
Maintains accurate documentation/records of all orientation, in servicing, mandatory and continuing education activities consistent with organization, regulatory and accrediting requirements
Collaborate with Clinical Specialist, Operations Managers, Billing and Human Resources to insure proper and accurate training
Develop, implement and evaluate infection control practices
Maintain accurate documentation of infection control activities including immunizations of residents, staff consistent with all requirements
Provide professional development and education services in the clinical setting by assisting nurses in preparing for contemporary clinical practice and supporting them in acquiring the knowledge and skills

What you will need:

Required:
A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of New York
Associate’s degree in nursing or Degree of Nursing from an accredited school
3 years or more of experience as a RN preferably in skilled nursing
2 years or more of experience as a RN in an educator or supervisory role

Preferred:
Computer literacy and comfort utilizing multiple computer applications
MDS experience
Bachelor’s degree in nursing
Must possess a passion for caring for patients and demonstrate a respectful, caring, professional demeanor
Highest level of customer service while completing day to day duties and responsibilities
Excellent communication in a fast pace work environment across teams on different shifts and in different departments (nursing, human resources, leadership)
Strong engagement within a team setting
Mentorship skills educating RNs, LPNs and C.N.A staff
Passion to learn, grow and develop in the nursing field

Pay Range: $83,200 - $109,844.80 per year

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.