Nurse Educator

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Closing Date:

05/09/2024

Type of Position:
Instructional Development

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:
COM | IDHI Stroke Education Program

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Nurse Educator works under the direction of the UAMS IDHI Stroke Program Director of Operations and is responsible to provide leadership in the area of emergency department management of patients with acute medical
conditions such as acute ischemic stroke through the use of telemedicine. Must have a full understanding of evidence-based treatment practices related to specific acute patient conditions; Must have a full understanding of the use of telemedicine and population based care in order to increase access to care for rural areas of the state.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree Nursing PLUS three (3) years RN or educator/instructor experience including 3 years in Emergency or Critical Care and 2 years leadership (charge nurse, nurse management or other leadership experience)
• Licenses, certificates, or registration: RN

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Advanced skill with Microsoft Office applications and data analytics software

Proficient in; Microsoft office software including excel, word, and PPT. Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook email/calendar and electronic medical record software.

Physical Requirements: ability to push, pull and assist with carrying the inflatable mega brain (approx. 100lbs), standing for lectures/teaching events

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Nursing PLUS three (3+) years RN, 3+ years Emergency or Critical Care, 2+ years leadership (charge nurse, nurse management or other leadership experience) 5+ years Paramedic
• Licenses, certificates, or registration: Paramedic

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Clinical Support

• Providing clinical support to ensure that hospital emergency department staff are successful in treating acute ischemic stroke.
• Ensures the IDHI Stroke Programs clinical protocols, keeping all current with best practices.
• Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of the IDHI Stroke Program and develops solutions within assigned IDHI Stroke Program hospitals and telemedicine facilities.
• Utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to provide guidance to the ED physicians and care teams on the care of stroke patients that is family and patient centered. Participates in formal quality, performance improvement and research projects annually or as needed.
• Consults directly with the IDHI Stroke Program Director of Operations and the Assistant Director.
• There is routine in-state travel with some overnight stays required for this position.

Outreach Participates

• Participates in outreach activities for the UAMS IDHI Stroke Program. Routine on-site visits with assigned hospitals, within a region, are conducted to review AHA AIS treatment time targets, identify opportunities for improvement through QI data analysis perform clinical case reviews and review contract deliverables.
• Conducts quality reviews of live tele-stroke consults and provides feedback to the hospital Nurse Facilitator for areas of improvement within the consult including the NIHSS assessment and the administration of alteplase.
• Provides leadership to hospital management and care team providers through appropriate means when corrective actions are required.
• Assists assigned hospitals with required community outreach initiatives as needed.

Training/Education

• Maintains the IDHI Stroke Programs training and clinical protocols keeping all current with best practices.
• Evaluates the program to address identified deficiencies/learning needs within IDHI Stroke Program hospitals, telemedicine facilities.
• Understands and assures the use of appropriate IDHI Stroke Program clinical education program initiatives and imparts this knowledge to hospital faculty/staff across Arkansas as appropriate.
• Identifies barriers or concerns which interfere with the learning process and suggest alternatives for resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Lifting, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Driving

Benefits Eligible:
Yes