Surgical Services Staff Development and Education Program Coordinator - Cottage Health

Responsible for the development, coordination and evaluation of the following programs: Surgical Services orientation, staff development, and patient/family education. Contributes to quality patient care through the direction and evaluation of the quality of the educational programs delivered as well as by following Cottage Health System's and department specific policies and procedures.

Assumes a leadership role, is a resource for others on current educational theory, professional development, and evidence-based practice. Directs and assists assigned personnel with their responsibilities and builds teamwork through leadership, guidance and direction toward a common goal.

Demonstrates motivation, creativity, and flexibility; and serves as resource person and role model to other staff. Collaborates with administration and department directors/managers on the development of programs to meet those needs. Assures that staff educational programs promote and support professional development and those patient/family educational programs promote and support hospital and community health education activities. Leads and teaches others, and through positive communication skills, actively supports a collaborative environment in the promotion of health, wellness and education for positive patient outcomes.

Education

BSN degree required and Master's Degree preferred

Licenses / Certifications

Current CA RN license, CNOR preferred

Experience

Clinical Perioperative Registered Nurse Expert. Demonstrated teaching and program development skills. Knowledge of supervisory practices, techniques, and methods for staff development.

Three (3) years clinical/teaching./leadership experience for operating room
Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, Ca, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love.

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