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Educator Specialist-Respiratory Therapy
- Trinity Health (Grand Rapids, MI)
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Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
In collaboration with the Respiratory Manager and general supervision of the Clinical Service Director, assesses needs, plans, implements, evaluates, and revises educational programs, curriculum, and related materials for the Respiratory Therapy Department. Develops courses and/or training program content and conducts training, education and coaching. Plans, develops, and implements evaluative tools and conducts competency training. Monitors quality metrics and defects in order to design programs to reduce defects. Maintain records regarding educational programs.
Position Summary:
In collaboration with the Respiratory Manager and general supervision of the Clinical Service Director, , assesses needs, plans, implements, evaluates, and revises educational programs, curriculum, and related materials for the Respiratory Therapy Department. Develops courses and/or training program content and conducts training, education, and coaching. Plans, develops, and implements evaluative tools and conducts competency training. Monitors quality metrics and defects in order to design programs to reduce defects. Maintain records regarding educational programs.
What the Respiratory Therapy Educator will need:
+ Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy, Healthcare, Science or Business related field, combinator or education and experience will be considered
+ Registered Respiratory Therapist. Current State of Mi License. BLS, NRP, Preferred: ACLS
+ Two years' experience in Critical Care and NICU required
+ Preferred: Five years' experience in Critical Care and NICU.
+ Ability to develop new and innovative education opportunities to meet the changing needs of the department.
+ Demonstrate excellence in assuming the various roles of Respiratory educator to include: educator, assist in quality measure, orientation, NICU transport Lead, policies and procedures, RN education/shadowing, Labor and Delivery sims, Critical Care/NICU rounds, Skills Fair, new equipment Lead, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
+ Preferred: One year of experience in group leadership and group process leading to effective outcomes.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran
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