Since 1875, South Brooklyn Health has established its reputation for clinical excellence and culturally competent care. It has designations as a Certified Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) Center, an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, an accredited Baby-Friendly Hospital, a U.S. News & World Report high performing hospital. The hospital's staff is as diverse as the patients they serve. Interpreter services can be provided at any time of the day or night in over 130 languages.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M

Job Description

Purpose:
Under the direction of the Director of Nursing Education and Research, is responsible for the orientation, staff development activities, and assigned educational programs for all levels of nursing staff.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
• Plans, organizes, revises, conducts, and evaluates didactic and clinical orientation curriculum/programs for new nursing staff; supervises clinical experience of nurses during orientation period; makes recommendations for follow-up orientation when appropriate.
• Acts as a mentor for new and incumbent staff.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates educational activities based on learning needs survey.
• Encourages/assists nursing personnel in attending internal/external educational activities; maintains attendance records for programs.
• Demonstrates creative writing ability.
• Circulates schedules and individually communicates information regarding classes, conferences, and courses.
• Maintains educational records of programs presented/attended; submits reports in a timely manner.
• Participates in the evaluation of nursing practice and makes recommendations for the development/revision of nursing standards.
• Serves as a change agent for nursing; provides clinical guidance for overall nursing discipline including but not limited to assigned unit.
• Participates in developing/writing policies and procedures, and establishing standards to ensure productivity and safe patient care
• Attends conferences and workshops to maintain professional competence.
• Serves on nursing/hospital committees as assigned.
• Actively participates in scheduled supervisory meetings/classes.
• Possesses strong computer expertise and ability to educate computer users.
• Participates in nursing research activities and special projects related to nursing practice and encourages staff involvement.
• Participates in accreditation and PI activities.
• Assists in the evaluation of new products and equipment and arranges in-service for staff.
• Provides age-appropriate care to the following patients: young adult, middle-aged adult, and geriatrics.

Minimum Qualifications
1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and
2. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA); and
3. A Master's Degree in Nursing, or a related nursing or education field, from an accredited college or university; and
4. Three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse in specialty area(s), including:
a. One (1) year providing nursing education and training in specialty area(s); or
b. Holds a valid and current certification as a Nurse Educator.

Department Preferences

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• Demonstrate ability to teach
• Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development
• Excellent multitasking and organization skills
• Ability to lead and instruct others
• Interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written communication
• Up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices, methods and tools
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs