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St. Mary’s Healthcare has been named a 2025 Times Union Top Workplace. We are the first acute care hospital in the Capital Region to earn the distinction since the Times Union launched the recognition program 14 years ago.

Job Requisition: REQ3537

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: Days

Hours Per Week: 40 hour/week

Hiring Range : $91,124.80- $118,476.80

The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Responsibilities:

+ Curriculum and Content Development : Ensure that educational content is evidence-based,relevant, and aligned with current best practices. Develop and maintain educational resources,ncluding online modules, presentations, and other materials.

+ Evaluation and Improvement : Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and training initiatives. Identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for program enhancements. Development of educational programs both short- and long-range planning for the education department

+ Leadership and Management : Supervise and mentor education staff, including trainers and educators. Manage education department budgets and resources for educational programs.

+ Regulatory Compliance and Safety : Ensures that care is provided that is consistent with standards of ANA, and Joint Commission. Ensures consistency in standard of care provided across programs/departments. Assures that departmental operations and policies meet hospital safety policies for equipment, management, life safety, infection control and emergency preparedness. Assures on-going training for staff on proper handling, use, storage and labeling of all supplies and equipment and safe patient handling. Conducts regular assessment of educational program effectiveness and outcomes utilizing data analytics

+ Clinical Care and Outcomes : Ensures nursing care reflects current professional standards and best practice. Develops clinical care objectives and measurements for provision of care specific to continuing education opportunities. Provides reports to Senior Nurse Administration on the progress of education programs.

+ Leadership : Attends and actively participates in education department and hospital-wide committee meetings and activities, seeking opportunities to provide leadership within areas of expertise. Collaborates with Nursing Administration & staff to identify and address learning needs, gaps and opportunities. Ensures education departmental compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory and accrediting agencies. Selects appropriate instructional strategies for educational programs. Provides consistent, meaningful feedback to learners with more focused feedback as needed to staff · Collaborates with the Clinical Nurse leadership team to identify educational opportunities related to patient care needs. Evaluates staff competencies and compliance with patient care and unit documentation requirements. Responsible for the onboarding and orientation of clinical agency staff . Overview of clinical orientation for new employees. Develops partnerships with academic institutions and professional organizations. Conducts regular assessment of educational program effectiveness and outcomes utilizing data analytics.Develop and implement preceptorship and mentorship programs.

Education:

+ Education, Training & Expereince: Graduate of a nursing education program registered by NYSED as license qualifying for RN BLS Provider obtained within three (3) Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date. RN credentialed from the New York Board of Nursing obtained prior to date of hire or job transfer.

+ Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; Master’s in Nursing, Healthcare, Administration preferred or Doctorate in Nursing.

+ Experience: Three (3) years relevant progressive leadership experience, current experience in a Pathways to Excellence or Magnet organization, evidence of participation in education or planning activities associated with a School of Nursing. Current RN experience required.

Certifications / Licensure:

+ Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in NYS. National certification in relevant specialty preferred. Valid NYS driver’s license required.

Required Skills & Attributes:

• Ability to organize and establish day-to-day priorities while using critical thinking skills in all aspects of the job.

• Must be able to multitask while remaining professional, focused, composed and positive.

• Excellent customer service skills

• Displays integrity, friendliness, and compassion.

• Must be able to establish an appropriate and effective rapport with others.

• Demonstrates flexibility

• Takes initiative

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Embraces new opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient with various Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel).

• Strong organizational skills.

• Effective interpersonal skills.

• Ability to take and follow direction in a positive and appropriate manner.

• Ability to work as part of a team and independently. Must be able to demonstrate effective and appropriate written and oral communication skills.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.