Health Educator jobs in Middlesex, NJ

Job Overview:

Develops, implements and evaluates programs for orientation, competency assessment, training and continuing education for all levels of staff. Provides support for clinical practice at point of care. Role model for patient care practices through direct patient care.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor s degree in Nursing or health-related field
• NJ RN License
• AHA BLS Provider Certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or eligible. If not certified at hire, expectation to receive certification within one year of hire
• Minimum of three years of experience in pediatric nursing
• Knowledge of principles of adult learning
• Experience using an electronic health record
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with others effectively
• Competent in use of all Microsoft Office applications
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of professional nursing principles, practices, concepts, and procedures as applied to the care of the patient population served
• Specialized knowledge in the nursing management and care of pediatric and|or rehabilitation patient problems and conditions
• Knowledge of relevant educational content and appropriate methods of delivery and the ability to develop and facilitate relevant and effective education for adult learners
• Skills to collaborate in developing and evaluating standards of care for patients that are evidence-based
• Physical stamina and ability to safely lift and move objects and people

Preferred:

• Master s Degree in Nursing or Education
• American Heart Association CPR Instructor
• PICU|NICU or pediatric rehabilitation experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• NJ RN License
• AHA BLS Provider Certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within year of hire

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• 40 hours/week

Essential Functions:

• Contributes to departmental and organizational philosophy, purpose, and goals. Acts as a change agent within organization
• Provides an appropriate climate for learning, and facilitates the adult learning process by developing, planning, and presenting educational activities and directly or indirectly fostering the development of competence in the nursing staff
• Assists learners to identify both their learning needs and the effective learning activities required to meet those needs while fostering a positive attitude about the benefits and opportunities of life-long learning
• Collaborates with hospital staff and physicians in development of educational strategies, educational materials, policies and procedures, and clinical practice protocols and|or standards
• Identifies changes that should be made in nursing practice using an evidence-based approach and facilitating the initiation of, adoption of, and adaptation to change
• Acts as both a formal and informal consultant assists with the integration of new learning into practice and serves as a resource by assisting staff in identifying problems, identifying available internal and external educational resources, and selecting educational options
• Maintains educational records according to the requirements of hospital, organizational accrediting bodies, and regulatory agencies
• Collects and analyzes educational data and statistics
• Coordinates and evaluates nursing student affiliations
• Models behaviors that reflect affiliations with professional organizations as well as the community
• Maintains clinical competence in their area of specialty
• Integrates ethical principles in to all aspects of practice
• Provides ongoing evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of the educational activities to ensure that they maintain and enhance professional development that promotes the delivery of cost-effective high-quality healthcare
• Evaluates his or her own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards, relevant statutes and regulations, and maintaining continuing professional nursing competence
• Collaborates with others in the practice of nursing professional development at the institutional, local, regional and state levels
• Participates in and uses evidence-based research to identify strategies for improving professional development activities, nursing practice, and patient outcomes
• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost in planning, delivering, and managing professional development activities
• Ongoing contact with all hospital staff, physicians, administrators, volunteers, patient families and related agencies
• Varied sites and environments (inpatient rehabilitation, long term care, outpatient) throughout Children s Specialized Hospital
• Provides direction to new hospital staff during planned orientation and volunteers

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at anytime with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.