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Education Specialist at St. Josephs Candler – Savannah, Georgia

St. Josephs Candler
Savannah, Georgia, 31405, United States
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Education Specialist

  • Position Summary
    • Responsible for assessing, planning, designing, providing, coordinating and evaluating educational programs for patients with orthopedic or spine conditions in the St. Joseph's/Candler Health System, and in the community, in order to support the mission, vision, strategic direction and operational needs of the St. Joseph's/Candler Health System.
  • Education
    • Associates in Nursing - Required
  • Experience
    • 2-3 Years clinical experience - Required
    • Two years experience working with orthopedic and spine surgery patients.
  • License & Certification
    • Registered Nursing License with State of Practice - Required
    • National Certification in Orthpaedics - Required
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
  • Core Job Functions
    • Designs, develops, updates and evaluates educational curriculums. Accreditation standards and principles are incorporated in educational planning. Participates on committees and serves as a content expert when applicable.
    • Collects and reviews information on lifestyle. Educates based on health risks and needs, sets realistic goals and reviews as needed. Researches materials to stay current on treatments of chronic disease.
    • Develops the plan to attain the mutually defined goals to achieve desired outcomes. The plan integrates current care practices and established principles of teaching and learning. The plan is coordinated among the healthcare team members, the client, his or her family, significant others, and other relevant support systems, and the referring provider.
    • Provides education according to the defined plan and desired goals and outcomes. Implementation may involve collaboration with other professional and community resources and services.
    • Establishes a complete and accurate record of the client's education experience and follow up services.
    • Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of programs thru data collection. Makes recommendations for changes based on outcomes.
    • Identifies opportunities for community education that support the strategic plan. Assists with coordinator of speaking and educational opportunities.

Job Location

Savannah, Georgia, 31405, United States

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