Job Description

Frederick Health is seeking a Clinical Educator RN for our Frederick Medical Group for Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30pm with some early morning and evening meeting.

Summary:

Coordinates, develops, monitors, and evaluates overall educational programs and projects for the Frederick Health Medical Group. Functions within limits of Federal and State regulatory bodies, and Frederick Health Medical Group policies and procedures.

Supports the Mission of Frederick Health and complies with the Frederick Health Code of Conduct.

1. Able to apply adult learning principles in education design, presentation, teaching and evaluation methods.
2. Able to apply effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
3. Able to apply project management methodologies and quality improvement principles to assigned projects and programs.
4. Able to maintain up-to-date knowledge in area of practice.
5. Baccalaureate Degree in area of practice is preferred. AAACN Certification within 2 year of hire.
6. Currently licensed as, or eligible for, a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland.
7. Three to five years’ experience in area of practice required, knowledge of Medical Group operations or experience working in an ambulatory setting is preferred.
8. Two years previous healthcare education/training experience preferred
9. Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:

__ Neonate (0 thru 30 days)

__ Infant (31 thru 12 months)

__ Child (13 months thru 12 years)

__ Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years)

__ Adult (18 years thru 65 years)

__ Geriatric (66+ years)

Performance of job does not require patient care.

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Possess the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/department’s policies and procedures – Not applicable.

Sedentary - Light Work -- Lifting up to 15 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes). While work is mostly done sitting, a certain amount of walking or standing is often necessary

Repetition: Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.

Awkward Posture: Posture is the position your body is in and its effect on the muscle groups that are involved in the physical activity. Awkward postures include repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting, bending, kneeling, squatting, working overhead with your hands or arms, or holding fixed positions.

Normal office working conditions.

Exposure Risk Category B – May have exposure to blood or body fluids when performing tasks.

Reporting to Director Clinical Services and Manager of Clinical Services

**An Action plan for those tasks deemed unacceptable must be written

• The content of this document reflects the general duties, responsibilities, minimum skills, abilities and competencies necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as an exhaustive detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Frederick Memorial Hospital may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization

Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.

Hourly: $33.67 - $49.78