Emergency Dept Educator | Spanish Plaines Hospital Staff Education | M-F 8am-5pm | Full Time

Overview

At UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, we are committed to providing the Central Florida community with leading-edge patient care, clinical training and research programs. Our teams of physicians and clinical staff work together to offer specialty services, advanced technology and clinical studies — bringing world-class, quality health care closer to you and your loved ones. UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital provides many medical services and amenities for our patients and their families and visitors.

As part of the UF Health network, patients now get more — more access, more services, more specialized care, improved experiences, faster treatment — and as a result, everyone rises and moves forward together.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of healthcare education? Our Clinical Education Team is a dynamic and close-knit group of 7 passionate Clinical Educators dedicated to enhancing the skills and knowledge of RNs and NAs in Central Florida. We foster a collaborative environment where ideas are shared, and growth is encouraged.

At our weekly team meetings every Monday from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Leesburg Education Building, we come together to discuss innovative strategies and best practices. But it’s not all work—our team loves to bond through fun activities, including picnics, potlucks, and monthly after-work get-togethers that strengthen our camaraderie.

Under the guidance of our Division Director of Clinical Education, who brings 44 years of invaluable experience and a collaborative, open-door leadership style, you’ll find a supportive environment where your contributions are valued.

Join us in our mission to elevate clinical education through our renowned skill validation program, which offers hands-on practice for maximum impact on patient care. If you’re seeking a role where you can grow, collaborate, and make a difference, we want you on our team!

Come be a part of our journey to excellence in healthcare education!

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Corporate Director of Clinical Education, the Division Emergency Department Clinical Educator serves as a mentor, instructor, and role model for clinical staff. The Division Emergency Department Clinical Educator provides new hire onboarding education, new team member orientation guidance and evaluation, preceptor education and support, and clinically relevant education for patient care staff, in the classroom, simulation lab, and in clinical settings. The educator must have a thorough understanding of Emergency nursing, and recent and relevant clinical experience in the ED, as well as a demonstrated ability to effectively impart knowledge to others. Participation in American Heart Association certification classes as an instructor is required. Ability to evaluate clinician skills and orientee progress, and ability to provide guidance which assists patient care givers to progress in their job performance is required. The Division Emergency Department Clinical Educator will participate on committees and will contribute to the goals and vision of UFHCF. The educator will work collaboratively with the education team and clinical leaders to plan, implement, and deliver educational programs that support evidence based practice, and UFHCF policies and procedures. The Division Emergency Department Clinical Educator will need to travel between facilities frequently to promote system wide education at each Emergency Department. This position demands independence in the role to create and manage projects, as well as adherence to department leadership requisites.

This position will cover Spanish Plaines Hospital ED primarily and Brownwood FSED. This position will work Monday – Friday 8 am-5pm and is eligible for a sign-on bonus!

Qualifications

Education

• • Required: Bachelor’s Degree from accredited nursing school
  • Required: Master’s Degree required (MSN, or M.Ed.)
  • If enrolled in MSN or M.Ed. program, must complete degree within one year of start date

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• • Florida Registered Nurse License
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required
  • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required within 3 months of start date
  • American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required within 1 month of start date
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS Instructor certification required within 6 months of start date
  • Nationally Recognized Certification in Emergency Nursing, CEN preferred

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required

• • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
  • Required: Minimum of 3 years in Emergency Department nursing
  • Required: Must have worked in an ED RN role within last 2 years

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