Clinical Nurse Educator

Position:- Clinical Nurse Educator

Location:-

Glens Falls, NY

Full Time


In partnership with the Patient Care Services Leadership Team, the Clinical Nurse Educator provides expertise in nursing practice and professional development in assigned service line departments. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing Practice and Professional Development, this position functions as Educator, Facilitator, and Change Agent. This role supports the development of the Nursing Staff (Registered Nurses and Unlicensed Assistive Personnel) and fosters empowerment through knowledge to achieve excellence in evidence-based nursing practice. The Clinical Nurse Educator develops, implements, and evaluates education programs and resources specific to initial and ongoing competency assessment, professional development, and continuing education. In partnership with the Senior Informatics Nurse Specialist, this role engages End-User Nurses in the on-going development and optimization of the electronic medical record. This position participates in on-going quality improvement initiatives that impact assigned service line departments. The Clinical Nurse Educator serves as a member of the Nursing Leadership Council as well as other nursing decision-making forums.

Qualifications
Education/Experience :
BSN required. MSN preferred
3 years of clinical experience is required.
3 years of clinical teaching experience preferred.
Demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by previous experience, e.g., preceptor, UBC Chair, member of shared governance council, etc.
Licenses/Certificates/Registrations :

Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
AHA certification required, e.g., BLS, ACLS, & PALS
BLS Instructor Certification preferred (must be achieved within 12 months of hire).
ANCC Board Certification in specialty area preferred.