Nurse Educator - Emergency Department - Direct Hire - Days - Torrance, CA - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC

Nurse Educator - Emergency Department

Location: Torrance, CA

Bonus: $10,000 Hiring Bonus Offered

Virtus Healthcare Staffing is seeking a dedicated and passionate Nurse Educator to join our partner medical center's Emergency Department (ED) in Torrance, CA. This is a full-time position offering an exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise in nursing education and enhance the skills and knowledge of the ED nursing team.

Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with the education team and ED leadership to develop and implement comprehensive educational programs for ED nurses, including orientation, competency assessment, and ongoing training.
• Instruction and Facilitation: Deliver engaging and interactive educational sessions using a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, simulations, case studies, and hands-on training.
• Needs Assessment: Conduct regular needs assessments to identify areas for improvement in staff knowledge and skills, and develop targeted educational interventions to address those gaps.
• Evaluation and Improvement: Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs through data collection and analysis, and continuously improve programs based on feedback and outcomes.
• Mentorship and Support: Serve as a resource and mentor to ED nursing staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
• Evidence-Based Practice: Promote the use of evidence-based practices and research to enhance the quality of care in the ED.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other members of the education team, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to achieve shared goals and objectives.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
  • Advanced study in the area of clinical specialization (Emergency Department preferred).
  • Coursework in adult education principles.
  • Coursework/Training in Performance Improvement and research methodology.
• Licensure:
  • California Registered Nurse License upon hire.
• Certification:
  • National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.

Experience:

• 3 years of acute hospital experience in the clinical specialty area (Emergency Department).
• 1 year of experience in adult education or patient/family education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in nursing or current enrollment in a Master's Degree program.
• Nursing specialty certification (e.g., CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse) within 2 years of hire.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Chance to make a real difference in the education and development of ED nursing staff.
• $10,000 Hiring Bonus Offered

To Apply:

If you are a dedicated and experienced RN with a passion for education and a desire to empower nurses in the Emergency Department, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team at Virtus Healthcare Staffing and contribute your expertise to our partner medical center in Torrance, CA.