NYC Health Hospitals
Nurse Educator - Level 2 (Operating Room)
NYC Health Hospitals, New York, New York, us, 10261
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue is America's oldest public hospital, established in 1736. Affiliated with the NYU School of Medicine, the 844-bed hospital is a major referral center for highly complex cases, with its 6,000 employees including highly skilled, interdisciplinary clinical staff. It sees more than 110,000 emergency room visits and 500,000 outpatient visits annually. Bellevue is an academic medical institution of international renown. We have served as an incubator for major innovations in public health, medical science, and medical education. Bellevue is a Level I Trauma Center delivering around-the-clock care in adult, pediatric, psychiatric and pediatric psychiatric emergencies as well as in the nationally-designated categories of cardiology, neurology, toxicology, and neonatology. In addition to providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient state-of-the-art care Bellevue is a city-wide medical specialty referral source. Bellevue's clinical centers of excellence include: Emergency Medicine and Trauma Care; Cardiovascular Services; Designated Regional Perinatal Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (ICU); Comprehensive Children's Psychiatric Emergency Program; and Cancer Services.
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.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Nurse Educator specializing in the Operating Room (OR) is a professional nurse prepared at the Baccalaureate or higher level. The OR educator reports directly to the Director of Nursing Education & Professional Development and collaborates with the Director of Nursing for the Operating Room. The OR educator is responsible for the education, training, and mentorship of nursing and ancillary staff in the surgical environment. This role involves developing and delivering educational programs that focus on OR practices, sterile techniques, surgical procedures, and patient safety. The Nurse Educator must possess clinical expertise in the OR and ensure that nursing staff is trained on best practices, operating room protocols, and the use of surgical technologies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and develop educational content tailored to the specific needs of nursing staff working in the Operating Room. Ensure that training materials cover key OR topics, including aseptic techniques, surgical instrument handling, patient positioning, anesthesia care, and post-operative care. Develop and update training modules on advanced technologies, surgical procedures, and patient safety protocols. Provide both classroom and hands-on training for OR nursing staff, students, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring the acquisition of essential skills and knowledge required for safe and effective OR practices. Conduct surgical simulations, demonstrations, and practical skills sessions focused on the setup, preparation, and sterile techniques in the OR. Deliver educational sessions on emergency protocols, infection control measures, and patient safety procedures specific to the operating room environment. Function as an expert clinician within the OR, demonstrating competency in assisting with surgical procedures, positioning patients, and ensuring proper sterile techniques. Model and reinforce best practices for OR nurses, such as infection prevention, maintaining a sterile field, and managing surgical instruments. Provide guidance and supervision during surgeries to nursing staff and students, ensuring they perform tasks accurately and in alignment with protocols. Minimum Qualifications
For Assignment to Nurse Educator Level I 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.
For Assignment to Nurse Educator Level II 1. In addition to meeting the qualification requirements of Nurse Educator Level I, must be assigned to a highly specialized area (e.g., critical care, emergency services, perioperative care) or to a group of specialty areas.
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.
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
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.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Nurse Educator specializing in the Operating Room (OR) is a professional nurse prepared at the Baccalaureate or higher level. The OR educator reports directly to the Director of Nursing Education & Professional Development and collaborates with the Director of Nursing for the Operating Room. The OR educator is responsible for the education, training, and mentorship of nursing and ancillary staff in the surgical environment. This role involves developing and delivering educational programs that focus on OR practices, sterile techniques, surgical procedures, and patient safety. The Nurse Educator must possess clinical expertise in the OR and ensure that nursing staff is trained on best practices, operating room protocols, and the use of surgical technologies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and develop educational content tailored to the specific needs of nursing staff working in the Operating Room. Ensure that training materials cover key OR topics, including aseptic techniques, surgical instrument handling, patient positioning, anesthesia care, and post-operative care. Develop and update training modules on advanced technologies, surgical procedures, and patient safety protocols. Provide both classroom and hands-on training for OR nursing staff, students, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring the acquisition of essential skills and knowledge required for safe and effective OR practices. Conduct surgical simulations, demonstrations, and practical skills sessions focused on the setup, preparation, and sterile techniques in the OR. Deliver educational sessions on emergency protocols, infection control measures, and patient safety procedures specific to the operating room environment. Function as an expert clinician within the OR, demonstrating competency in assisting with surgical procedures, positioning patients, and ensuring proper sterile techniques. Model and reinforce best practices for OR nurses, such as infection prevention, maintaining a sterile field, and managing surgical instruments. Provide guidance and supervision during surgeries to nursing staff and students, ensuring they perform tasks accurately and in alignment with protocols. Minimum Qualifications
For Assignment to Nurse Educator Level I 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.
For Assignment to Nurse Educator Level II 1. In addition to meeting the qualification requirements of Nurse Educator Level I, must be assigned to a highly specialized area (e.g., critical care, emergency services, perioperative care) or to a group of specialty areas.
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.
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