Clinical Instructor

Job Summary

This position’s responsibilities include analyzing training needs, developing curriculum, lesson plans, and delivering/offering courses and educational programs to all Marion Health employees and departments. This position is accountable and responsible to ensure the Hospital and employees have processes in place and the resources to remain in compliance with the state and applicable certifying entities’ educational standards and requirements. Responsibilities include planning, teaching, implementing, facilitating and evaluating the Marion Health’s “New Employee Orientation” program, “New Employee Clinical Orientation” program, in-service programs, certification requirements, such as CPR, ACLS, TB, PALs, etc., and continuing education programs for employees, other healthcare providers, and medical staff. Assists with the Educational Services Department’s administrative duties that coincide with educational programs provided by the department and all programs recorded in the employees’ education records. (i.e., program communications, participant enrollment, facility and equipment needs/set up, data entry, course documentation, etc.) Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current Indiana Registered Nurse license.
• Five (5) years recent experience in nursing, part of which should include supervisory or teaching experience.
• BLS certification or must obtain during Orientation and prior to reporting to department.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Knowledge and skills in adult education.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other Marion Health personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Excellent time management.
• Ability to problem solve, multi-task in a fast-paced setting and work well in a team environment.
• Ability to negotiate effective working relationships and develop positive resolution to conflict.
• Ability to provide clinical reasoning; decision-making and critical thinking.
• Highly developed computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and proficiently perform computer applications related to department operations and job function.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Analytical and statistical skills to comprehend and analyze healthcare data and reports.
• Ability to effectively perform job functions under periods of extreme stress, meeting deadlines and producing positive outcomes.
• High degree of accuracy with concentration and close attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills in order to manage multiple issues simultaneously combined with the ability to effectively prioritize workflow.
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment with prolonged sitting and occasional standing and walking.
• Work may be subject to interruptions and occasional high stress levels.
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends based on the needs of the department.
• Works with highly confidential information which may be proprietary or protected health information.
• Risk of occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
• May attend special functions and meetings at various locations within Marion Health and community.
• Occasional overnight stays.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

• Uses computer and other standard office equipment.
• Repetitive wrist, finger and hand movements.
• Extreme concentration and attention to detail.
• Lifting standard office supplies or equipment.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, walking, sitting, reaching, bending, kneeling or stooping to perform duties in a safe manner.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Marion Health is a smoke-free environment.