Full time (80 hours biweekly) Monday through Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm Other hours may be required based on educational needs of the unit or hospital (off shift time is a requirement) **General Summary** Provides staff/professional development expertise as an educator, consultant, facilitator, change agent and leader. Supports the development of bedside nursing staff and fosters empowerment through knowledge and delivery of evidence-based nursing practices and care. This occurs through the facilitation of the educational process through assessment, development, planning, implementation and evaluation of competency assessment, continuing education, and leadership development. Possesses the ability to convey and deliver information thoroughly and effectively using a variety of styles and techniques. **Duties and Responsibilities** **Essential Functions:** + Participates and collaborates in the annual development of an education/learning needs assessment for the department of nursing. + Conducts learning needs assessment using a variety of strategic tools. Provides educational programs and curricula for nursing staff as identified from education/learning needs assessment. Programs/curricula may be unit-based education or department of nursing-based education. Track measurable outcomes related to improved patient outcomes as a result of knowledge gained from education. + Assists in the development, implementation, and validation of department of nursing competencies for varied roles: RN's, NA's, technicians, and unit secretary's as applicable for each department. + Assists with house wide or department of nursing orientation of new equipment, updates to Joint Commission, National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) requirements and other topics as necessary. + Teaches content as needed/or assigned within clinical expertise to facilitate orientation, staff development, and/or safe clinical practice. + Assists nursing staff in developing and designing programs of study specific to the patient population served. + Meets with preceptors and orientees on a regular basis to monitor orientation progress and assist in setting goals for orientee in collaboration with unit-based preceptor and nurse manager. Verifies orientation content is appropriate for achieving role independence. + Acts as a liaison between the new employee and hospital to facilitate the socialization process into the new unit and work culture. + Routinely meets with Nurse Managers to identify staff or unit educational needs. Develops/revises educational plan(s) accordingly to assure ongoing competency and validation of professional nursing practice. + Supports direct care delivery and consultations as needed and/or as requested by unit managers. + Assists with tracking staff education requirements and facilitate/mentor staff in meeting unit and department of nursing requirements. + Promotes evidence-based practice and nursing research and actively seeks opportunities for staff to participate in these activities on the unit/department/system. + Supports and promotes specialty certification of staff, and provides education as needed. **Common Expectations:** + Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. + Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, professional organizations and workshops. + Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation. + Educational consultant for unit/department to facilitate task forces, committees, councils, and projects relating to policy, procedure and program development. + Responds to organizational mandates, management of sentinel events and promotion of quality of patient care to support superior clinical outcomes, nursing care and patient safety. + Supports shared decision-making structure at both the unit, entity and system levels through active involvement as appropriate and encouraging staff professional development. **Qualifications** **Minimum Education:** + Bachelors Degree Required + Masters Degree Preferred **Work Experience:** + 3 years In acute care setting or area of specialty. Required + Previous teaching experience; teaching and learning strategies, learning styles, curriculum and design. Preferred **Licenses:** + Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or + Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and + Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required **Courses and Training:** + Professional nursing certification in area of clinical specialty/professional development/nursing education. Upon Hire Preferred **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** + Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. + Substantial computer literacy and data file management skills. + Knowledge of regulatory standards, both national and state. + Demonstrated experience in preparing for and handling state and federal surveys would be an advantage. **Benefits Offered:** + Comprehensive health benefits + Retirement savings plan + Paid time off (PTO) + Education assistance + Financial education and support, including DailyPay + Expanded Paid Parental Leave For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org) (https://www.joinwellspan.org/benefits/) WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest. WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital Working at WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital means being part of a vital tradition of service to our community. We maintain a challenging, energized work environment for our valued employees who exemplify our Core Values: Quality Service, Compassion, Respect, Professionalism, Integrity, Cooperation, and Creativity. Together, we commit to excellence every day as we strive to provide exceptional healthcare, accessible to all, in the safest and most compassionate atmosphere possible to build a healthy community. **Quality of Life** Located in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, WellSpan Evangelical shares its picturesque, riverside home with Bucknell University-providing access to the arts, entertainment and sporting events while maintaining a small-town setting. The local school district ranks among the best in the state in academics, athletics and the arts. Despite its tranquil, rural setting, Lewisburg is just three hours from New York City and Philadelphia and four hours from Pittsburgh. The region is home to the majestic Susquehanna River. 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