Director of Clinical Education VA/WV
Company: Personal Touch Home Care
Location: Newport News
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARYThe Director of Education is a Registered Nurse with
overall responsibility for the Virginia and West Virginia location
educational program. Directs orientation and in-service training
programs for all agency staff.RESPONSIBIITIES1. Collaborates with
the Corporate Director of Clinical Education and other key staff
including but not limited to: Administrator, Director of Clinical
Reimbursement (Quality Department), Clinical Management staff, and
Field Supervisor(s)/Preceptor(s) to provide a process to promote
and ensure employee orientation, competency, and in-service
education programs.a) Assists in the identification of skills for
annual competence and provides in-service training support.2.
Implements and evaluates the orientation program for new personnel.
Responsible for orientation of new Agency personnel, either
directly or by delegating to another staff member.3. Plans and
implements in-service and continuing education programs to meet
education and training needs of Agency personnel. These programs
shall increase staff level of effectiveness and competency.4.
Coordinates and teaches mandatory annual in-service programs.5.
Annually, assesses all personnel's educational needs and implement
programs to meet those needs.6. Is member of Agency Performance
Improvement Committee.a) Works with the Quality Department to
identify in-service/training topics to meet action plan
requirements for field nurses and management staff.b) Reports on
competency trends to PI Committee.7. Provides educational programs,
in-service education and conferencing opportunities for clinical
management staff as indicated to increase their level of
effectiveness and competency.8. Acts as resource to Administrator
and Quality Department regarding standards, policies,
regulationsand provides in-service training to staff as needed in
these areas.9. Acts a clinical resource to staff:a) Maintains
updated nursing knowledge and skills, consistent with current best
practice.10. Maintains positive relationships with referral sources
and employees of organization.11. Promotes self-growth and
collegial relationships with others in the home health industry:a)
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending
educational workshops, reviewing professional publications,
establishing personnel and professional networks and participating
in professional organizations.12. On-call
requirement.QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree of Nursing, preferably
in Education, Nurse Practitioner, or Clinical Nurse Specialist,
licensed and in good standing to practice in the state of
operation. Three (3) to Five (5) year's recent home health
experience required, and one (1) year of experience in a home
health leadership or education position. Demonstrated experience in
adult education skills and program development. Strong
understanding of state, federal and ACHC regulations and Standards,
including OASIS. Infusion experience and competency preferred.
OASIS certification preferred, or willing to obtain within 12
months. Is self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
Has excellent coordination and communication skills.FUNCTIONAL
ABILITIES Must be able to read 12 point or larger type. Must be
able to adequately with no more than an amplifier on the phone and
to speak in a manner understood by most persons. Visual acuity and
hearing to perform required nursing skills.Job Type: Full-timePay:
$100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per yearBenefits: 401(k) Dental insurance
Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life
insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceSchedule: 8 hour shiftWork
Location: One location
Keywords: Personal Touch Home Care, Newport News , Director of Clinical Education VA/WV, Education / Teaching , Newport News, Virginia
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