Job description
Job Description Summary:
This position is responsible for designing, implementing and providing oversight of the Logan Health (LH) Programs below and/or clinical orientation/programs. Develops and coordinates a comprehensive plan, which reflects and supports the LH mission, values and strategic plan, national and state practice standards and regulatory recommendations.
Qualifications:
- Current Montana RN license or a multi state compact license with authorization to practice nursing within the state of Montana; required.
- Education by Program Specific areas:
- Continuing Education Program:
- BSN required.
- CNA Education Program:
- Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and Headmaster LLP clinical instructor status eligible and must be successfully approved by DPHHS within sixty (60) days of hire.
- All other Programs:
- BSN preferred.
- All Programs:
- Master’s degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
- Continuing Education Program:
- Experience by Program Specific areas:
- CNA Education Program:
- Minimum of two (2) years’ nursing experience required with a minimum of one (1) year in long-term care services.
- All other Programs:
- Minimum of five (5) years’ of clinical nursing experience preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years teaching and/or leadership experience preferred.
- CNA Education Program:
- Certification in related specialty and/or related program area, and/or Nursing Professional Development certification preferred.
- Must achieve and maintain certification in nationally recognized skills courses associated with position responsibilities (e.g. BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS) within six (6) months of hire.
- Instructor certification varies by work location.
- Demonstrated success in consultation, leadership and the ability to serve as a catalyst for change.
- Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
- Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
- Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.
Job Specific Duties:
- Primarily responsible for coordinating all activities related to the assigned clinical programs. Assists clinical staff to acquire, maintain, and/or expand unit-specific competence in clinical procedures, equipment operation, patient education, and/or documentation.
- Exhibits specialized knowledge of the assigned specialty area. Performs formal needs assessments, gap analysis and collects other pertinent information to identify priority needs and outcomes. Plans and develops strategies to foster critical thinking and meets identified needs and desired outcomes.
- Implements courses, tools, and resources to carry out strategic plans. Teaches and trains using principles of learning and effective methodologies.
- Evaluates actual outcomes and program effectiveness in relation to desired outcomes.
- Serves as a catalyst for change within organization by facilitating initiation of, adoption of, and adaptation to change.
- Assumes formal/informal consultant role by assisting individuals and groups with input feedback solutions, and learning integration.
- Exhibits leadership behaviors by supporting and collaborating with organization and administrative structures. Oversees resources to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
- Utilizes evidence to support change and educates others toward a culture of evidence-based practice.
- Maintains n program documentation and records/files in accordance with organization policy and regulatory expectations.
- The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.
Program-Specific Job Duties
Academic Education Program
- Serves as liaison between Academic Facilities, overseeing clinical placements, and orientation of students, faculty, residents, and observers to LH.
- Initiates and oversees HOSA partnerships with area High Schools, oversees observers, and coordinates events promoting recruitment into healthcare careers.
- Leads preceptor program for student, clinical and non-clinical staff including preceptor assignments and preceptor education.
Certified Nurse Aide (C N A) Education Program
- Administers the written and skills exams in accordance with DPHHS/Headmaster requirements.
Clinical Education Program
- Orients clinical staff to appropriate scopes and standards.
- Develops specialty competencies; develops and operationalizes plan to validate competence of staff.
- Maintains integrity of Preceptor model and all Preceptor Program components.
Continuing Education Program
- Designs, coordinates, implements, evaluates, and documents, clinical and non-clinical Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) programs that achieve objectives and maintains standards of care and performance aligned with LH key business initiatives.
- Ensures all CNE programs meet applicable accreditation criteria as well as LH mission, values, and cultural initiatives.
- Collaborates with Continuing Medical Education (CME) Coordinator on regional conferences and other LH activities.
Nurse Residency Program
- Provides direct oversight of all nurse residents hired throughout the orientation period including, but not limited to; overseeing the orientation schedule, selecting preceptors, and managing performance.
- Oversees Program marketing, application, and interview process. Develops and facilitates all elements of the program curriculum.
- Maintains integrity of Preceptor model and all Preceptor Program components.
- Oversees all requirements and maintain ANCC Practice Transition Accreditation Program’s (PTAP) national accreditation.
- Monitors and tracks outcomes related to program goals, and communicates outcomes to program stakeholders.
Nursing Excellence Program
- Oversees and facilitates Shared Governance program.
- Functions as the Site Coordinator for NDNQI to include; data reporting, data analysis and education.
- Develops a coordinated effort for tracking of activities to ensure timelines are met for key initiatives, based on gap analysis findings.
- Provides leadership and direction to others through modeling a culture of excellence and identifying opportunities and initiatives to enhance excellence.
- Functions as a coordinator for assigned projects. Identifies potential global design issues/barriers and coordinates solutions with others appropriately.
Oncology Nursing Development Program
- Collaborates with Nursing Director of Oncology Clinical Development and leadership team for inpatient/outpatient oncology nursing adult/pediatric orientation, education and competency evaluation activities. This includes all aspects of cancer care including; radiation, surgery, medical, surgical, survivorship, symptom management, and end of life care.
- Develops, delivers and tracks education and competencies based on oncology specific accreditations, standards, and quality metrics.
- Maintains, advocates, and promotes attainment of oncology certifications, as well as involvement with national oncology nursing professional organizations.
Professional Development Program
- Provides direct oversight of New Hire Clinical Orientation collaborating closely with Nurse Residency and Clinical Educators.
- Oversees and facilitates Preceptor Program for LH including policies, training, and recognition strategies.
- Designs and coordinates implementation of organizational required education and “Just In Time” education.
Stroke Program
- Oversees all requirements and maintains Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Center.
- Completes concurrent and retrospective review of program data followed by accurate and timely abstraction to maintain the integrity of stroke databases.
- Submits required data points and reports data to program team and stakeholders.
Training and Organization Development Program
- Implements, instructs and coordinates workplace violence program for organization in collaboration with other key leader stakeholders.
- Develops and delivers team building activities/programs that drive organizational effectiveness, leadership competencies, and Emotional Intelligence initiatives.
Training Center Program
- Coordinates and teaches BLS, ALS, PALS, new and instructor courses in collaboration with Training Center Coordinator.
- Provides 1:1 coaching for RQI, answers employee questions and provides communication regarding RQI stakeholders.
- Coordinates Mock Codes in collaboration with clinical educators in practices and LH departments.
Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.
Shift:
Variable (United States of America)
Schedule Details:
Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.
Schedule:
Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.
Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements
If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:
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Criminal background check
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Reference checks
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Drug Screening
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Health and Immunizations Screening
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Physical Demand Review/Screening
Equal Opportunity Employer
Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.
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