Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. At Wilson Medical Center, a 294-bed facility, we bring new and innovative programs to those who matter the most - our community. With great pride, we offer Growing Tree Child Care Center on-site daycare where children are offered a nurturing, safe environment centered around the needs of each child.
Where We Are:
Wilson residents enjoy a community rich in educational, cultural, and social opportunities. We are home to numerous athletic and water sports, festivals, and arts and entertainment venues. From the beach to the mountains, in Wilson, you are within easy driving distance of all that North Carolina has to offer.
Why Choose Us:
· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
· Opportunities for education and training through a partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare
· Growing Tree On-Site Childcare Facility
· And much more…
Position Summary:
The RN Educator assists with ensuring the Facility’s strategic goals and objectives are met with regard to meeting overall staff education and compliance. This position also provides direct resident care.
1. Provides educational services to the Facility.
2. Implement an educational curriculum that correlates with the needs, as identified of the Administrator, DON, ADON, and regulatory agencies.
3. Solicits and evaluates new educational materials, aides and educational resources as needed and requested
4. Ensures new clinical employees receive necessary information with regard to organizational policies, procedures and protocols.
5. Ensures training documentation is maintained so that status, progress, and participation is easily monitored.
6. Assists with competency and competency assessment for clinical staff:
a. During new employee orientation
b. Validate/document competencies on-going
c. Educational activities to address any competency issues.
7. Maintain skill/competence in order to provide direct patient care to residents, including but not limited to assessing residents’ condition, assisting with care plans and documentation, and administering medications and treatment therapies.
8. Assist with Admissions, Transfers and Discharges, and help coordinate facility health care services such as dental, mental health, and podiatry.
9. Collaborate with physicians and other members of the health care team including but not limited to daily cluster calls, facilitating end-of-shift reporting, etc.
10. Evaluate/research resident care issues to effectively drive outcomes and establish policies/procedures.
Reports to Clinical Education Supervisor
EEOC Statement:
Wilson Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants, and employees while complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Qualifications - External
Minimum EducationA high school diploma or equivalent is required
An associate’s degree is required - RN
Required SkillsRequired Skills:
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
- Ability to problem solve and think critically
- Self-motivated
- Strong planning and organizational skills
Required License/Certifications:
- Current/active and unrestricted NC or compact RN license
- BLS certification required or obtained during the first week of hire
- Minimum 2 years experience in a Skilled Nursing setting.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
