Job description

We are hiring a Clinical Education Training Implementation Specialist

Kindred Hospital Philadelphia - Havertown and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is 66-bed hospital. With 57 long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital beds, we offer the same critical care that patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Similarly, our 9-bed ARU is designed for our patients who have experienced the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness. Our staff plays a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients. We are located in within a medical district close to Darby Creek and West Chester Pike expressway at 2000 Old West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083

Job Summary: The Clinical Education Training Implementation Specialist functions in the role of expert clinician in collaboration with the Director of Education and the CCO. Work flow is based upon the clinical education needs of the staff. This role provides clinical support to the Nursing department and is actively engaged with the bedside staff, acting as a preceptor, trainer and/or educator. Acts as a role model, patient advocate, change agent, leader, and supporter of the core values and Kindred mission.

Essential Functions:

• Models excellence in nursing practice through the utilization of concepts in the areas of assessment, critical thinking, planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing plan and goals.
• Assists and provides direction to nursing staff with clinical decision-making and priority setting.
• Provides clinical and classroom hands-on instruction, and on the job coaching to licensed and unlicensed personnel.
• Functions as a preceptor, mentor, and facilitator of nursing care with direct involvement in implementing and evaluating new techniques and equipment for safety, cost-effectiveness, and benefits related to nursing practice.
• Provides approved clinical services within scope of practice.
• Serves as a resource to nursing staff and other healthcare personnel in the acquisition of knowledge and skills related to nursing knowledge.
• In collaboration with the Director of Education and Clinical leadership and in response to the needs of the facility, develops and implements educational information, materials, and programs for discharge planning and teaching of healthcare consumers.
• Coordinates plans for the professional development of the nursing staff.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, RN required, BSN degree strongly preferred or in process

Licenses/Certification:

• License as a RN in the state employed
• Valid CPR teaching certificate preferred
• BLS certification required
• ALS certification required

Experience:

• Five years acute care clinical nursing experience
• Critical Care experience required
• Prior experience as an Educator preferred, Preceptor experience accepted

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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