Nurse Practice Educator-LPN at Genesis Administrative Services LLC summary:
The Nurse Practice Educator-LPN at Genesis Healthcare plays a vital role in enhancing the skills of nursing staff through education, mentoring, and oversight of various nursing programs. This position focuses on nursing orientation, competency evaluations, and infection control while promoting a collaborative environment aimed at improving patient care. By identifying learning needs and implementing effective educational programs, the Nurse Practice Educator contributes to the overall mission of fostering high-quality care in long-term healthcare settings.
Overview:
At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities:
The LPN Nurse Practice Educator functions as a practitioner, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all nursing staff focusing on the following areas:
* Nurse Orientation,
* Nurse Education,
* Competencies Evaluation and Maintenance except for RNs,
* Infection Control (including Employee Health), and
* Clinical PCC implementation.
*Identify nursing staff learning needs and implement programs to address and evaluate their effectiveness.
*Supports new hire orientation by providing safety training for all employees and department specific orientation for nursing staff.
*Provides oversight of the nursing orientation and mentoring program for all licensed nursing staff and Certified Nursing Assistants.
*Develops an annual nursing education calendar to include State/Federal mandatory in-services.
*Assists in evaluation of performance of new nursing personnel and performs annual competency testing and evaluation of all nursing staff.
*Oversees the nursing center's Infection Control and Employee Health programs.
Qualifications:
*Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current licensure by the State Board of Nursing.
*Must be able to work flexible hours to meet with employees working evening and night shifts.
Benefits:
*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive (DEI) workplace with DEI committee. DEI is a part of our company's DNA.
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
We also offer several voluntary insurances, such as:
*Pet Insurance
*Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability
*Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident
*Critical Illness
*Cancer Coverage
*Nursing Tuition Assistance Program
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
Posted Salary Range: USD $30.00 - USD $44.00 /Hr.
Keywords:
Nurse Educator, LPN, Nursing Education, Infection Control, Performance Evaluation, Healthcare Training, Patient Care, Competency Evaluation, Healthcare Professional, Long-Term Care
