Clinical Nurse Educator Critical Care
Fort Smith, AR - USA
Job Summary
The Clinical Education Specialist serves as a key resource for nursing staff leaders and interdisciplinary teams by developing and delivering educational programs that promote clinical excellence patient safety and a positive patient experience. This position supports orientation programs competency validation performance improvement initiatives and continuing education for both licensed and unlicensed healthcare professionals.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree in Nursing with 3 years of critical care nursing experience or
Associate degree in Nursing with:
10 years of hospital nursing experience OR
5 years of hospital nursing experience and active enrollment in an RN-to-BSN program
At least 3 years of critical care nursing experience is a must.
Current applicable state nursing license.
Current AHA BLS certification.
Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice and the ability to positively influence patient care delivery.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge of patient care equipment and clinical technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Specialty certification or active pursuit of certification related to area of responsibility.
Two years of teaching or educational experience.
Additional life support certifications such as ACLS PALS NRP STABLE TNCC and/or ENPC.
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.