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WorkHealth

Department: Work Health - Administration

Position is located: Cianchette Professional Blding

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 40 Hours per Week

Work Schedule: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Summary:

The Clinical Educator for Work Health, LLC is responsible for the development and execution of educational programs, and orientation of clinical personnel, enhancing professional practice and the provision of quality patient care. The incumbent will orchestrate these programs based on organizational priorities and will work in close collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues to design and implement evidence-based quality educational programs and activities to support and promote professional competency for nursing, inter-professional and non-licensed clinical staff at all Work Health facilities. The Clinical Educator is accountable for competency assessments and initiatives that support clinical and professional excellence within Work Health, LLC.

Responsibilities:

•Responsible for all staff education, training and competencies, as appropriate ·Shares knowledge and serves as the primary resource in a team environment for all Work Health clinics ·Assists with the development and continuous updates needed to ensure processes/information are current ·Engages in various operational responsibilities to support clinics and overall organization ·Maintains current knowledge of organization’s policies and procedures. Adheres to state, federal and industry specific regulations/laws. Maintains appropriate related documentation. ·Collaborate with managers, directors, Medical Director and other disciplines in the development, coordination, managing, facilitating, conducting and evaluation of onboarding and orientation program for nursing and other healthcare personnel, including but not limited to medical assistants and clinical assistants/technicians. ·Identify and design educational activities to address practice gaps for identified target audiences, which includes licensed and non-licensed personnel. These activities are designed to achieve specific outcomes related to identified deficits or opportunities for improvements in knowledge, skill and practice in a positive learning and practice environment. ·Integrate Evidence Based Practice (EBP), Research and QI metrics to continuously improve quality and processes in clinic settings by conducting, encouraging, facilitating and participating in EBP and QI analysis, with commensurate feedback/education. ·Collaborates with interprofessional partners to share experiences in planning and decision-making to achieve desired educational outcomes. ·Supports strategic planning within the clinical education areas of responsibility (that may include technology advancements) by embracing meaningful change, identifying and addressing barriers to change, assists in the development, resource utilization and implementation of change strategies by educating/supporting staff, and monitors sustainability of the change. ·Interacts with peers and colleagues to enhance professional practice and role performance. ·Advances the profession by mentoring students, nurses, and other professional colleagues ·Acquires knowledge and seeks experiences and continuing educational opportunities to develop, maintain, enhance and improve competence in specialty and professional development. ·Assists in the placement and orientation of students from various universities, colleges, and training programs. ·Provides input into department annual budget and demonstrates stewardship of financial resources. ·Maintains a safe environment complying with NLH policies and procedures; reports and directly addresses environmental hazards and violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed. ·Contributes to the development of policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned or requested

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Other Information:

Education and Experience

+ Bachelor’s Degree

+ ·Maine state RN licensure

•BLS/CPR/AED certification

•5 - 10 years’ experience as a practicing nurse

•Working knowledge of workers compensation, occupational health and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, preferred

+ Previous clinical educator experience preferred

Competencies and Skills

+ 5+ years of relative work experience required.

+ Achieves Results: Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives. Consistently moves forward with direct actions in order to attain or exceed objectives. Manages their own time effectively to accomplish assigned tasks. Successfully prioritizes multiple projects and duties as needed.

+ Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.

+ Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.

+ Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level.

+ Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making: Understands and processes complex information, which allows for appropriate and accountable conclusions. Does not react too quickly or slowly. Balances facts, goals, and potential approaches taking the appropriate criteria into account. Makes active decisions and commits oneself by communicating confidently and respectfully.

+ Influences and Inspires: Builds enthusiasm and commitment among others to move in a desired direction and models it personally. Creates a compelling vision of success that motivates workplace initiative and energizes others to follow. Provides direction and guidance to encourage cooperation between team members in order to attain an objective. Has the ability to appropriately influence others' actions and decisions with and without express authority.

+ Word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, database experience and other computer related skills.

+ Seeks Process Improvement & Applies System Thinking: Possesses and gains insight into situations, problems and processes. Understands the interconnection between organizational elements. Deconstructs problems and systematically investigates the various components. Considers the impact of actions on the entire process/system. Detects problems and opportunities, recognizes important information, and links various data to trace potential causes and relevant details.

+ Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.

+ Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.

+ Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.

+ Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Credentials

+ Required Registered Nurse

Education

+ Required Bachelor's Degree

Working Conditions

+ Prolonged periods of sitting.

+ Prolonged periods of standing.

+ Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds.

+ Need to drive to perform responsible duties.

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