Clinical Educator
Escondido, California
Assumes accountability for the assessment of educational needs and develops, implements, evaluates and revises educational programs in area of expertise.
- Shift and hours
- 10-hour shift · Day shift Shift: 10-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)40 hours a week (80 hours per pay period)
- Unit and setting
- Organizational Learning · Hospital Department: Organizational Learning
- License
- RN license Required License: Current CA RN LicenseCurrent CA RN License
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- Current CA RN License Required License: Current CA RN License Check your license
- Certification
- American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
- Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- Experience
- 2 - 5 years previous experience as a clinical educator, lead, preceptor and/or supervisor Minimum Experience: 2 - 5 years previous experience as a clinical educator, lead, preceptor and/or supervisor.
- Also asks
- Speak and read English sufficiently to perform essential functions Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.
- Also asks
- Knowledge of standard office equipment and personal computer/software skills
Preferred
- Certification
- Certification in specialty area of practice or role Preferred Certification: Certification in specialty area of practice or role
- Education
- Master's Degree in Nursing or other education related field of study Preferred Education: Master's Degree in Nursing or other education related field of study
- Experience
- 5+ years previous experience as a clinical educator Preferred Experience: 5+ years previous experience as a clinical educator
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for California staff rolesCalifornia staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $96/hr, the middle half $45/hr to $73/hr, across 3,751 postings.
The role and schedule
- Precepting
- You would precept other nurses Facilitates orientation of new staff to clinical setting, serving as mentor to preceptors and staff.
- Union
- Union position
- Day to day
- Assesses educational needs and develops, implements, evaluates, and revises educational programs Assumes accountability for the assessment of educational needs and develops, implements, evaluates and revises educational programs in area of expertise.
- Day to day
- Collaborates with Clinical Nurse Specialists and management to create competency-based programs and mentorship Works in collaboration with Clinical Nurse Specialists and management team to create competency-based programs, mentorship, and life-long learning opportunities for staff.
- Day to day
- Provides input into unit, department, and divisional goals Provides input into the development and implementation of unit, department and divisional goals.
- Day to day
- Monitors, maintains, and reviews nursing practice in specialty area Participates in the monitoring, maintenance and review of nursing practice in area of expertise.
- Day to day
- Consults and collaborates on healthcare team education curricula design and evaluation Communicates, collaborates, networks with and acts as a consultant to other members of the health care team regarding education curricula design and evaluation.
- Day to day
- Participates in quality/process improvement and uses research/evidence in education Participates in quality/process improvement activities and utilizes research and evidence to advance the level of education provided.
- Day to day
- Evaluates, trials, and questions clinical products and technology Evaluates, trials and poses critical questions related to the evaluation and use of current products / technology in the clinical setting, as appropriate to setting.
- Day to day
- Facilitates and supports change processes Facilitates and supports the change process.
- Day to day
- Participates in committees and councils as member, leader, or consultant Participates in Palomar Health committees and councils as member, leader or consultant as appropriate to expertise.
The workplace
Palomar Health posts RN pay in public ranges — roughly $45/hour at the low end for charge and forensic roles, and $54 to $79/hour for critical care — with large hiring incentives attached to hard-to-fill lines. Escondido sits about 30…
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Department
Organizational Learning
Union
Shift
10-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)
Hours Per Pay Period
80
Pay range: $53.55 - $80.43
Assumes accountability for the assessment of educational needs and develops, implements, evaluates and revises educational programs in area of expertise. Works in collaboration with Clinical Nurse Specialists and management team to create competency-based programs, mentorship, and life-long learning opportunities for staff. Facilitates orientation of new staff to clinical setting, serving as mentor to preceptors and staff.
Provides input into the development and implementation of unit, department and divisional goals. Participates in the monitoring, maintenance and review of nursing practice in area of expertise. Communicates, collaborates, networks with and acts as a consultant to other members of the health care team regarding education curricula design and evaluation.
Participates in quality/process improvement activities and utilizes research and evidence to advance the level of education provided. Evaluates, trials and poses critical questions related to the evaluation and use of current products / technology in the clinical setting, as appropriate to setting. Facilitates and supports the change process.
Participates in Palomar Health committees and councils as member, leader or consultant as appropriate to expertise. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).
Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards.
Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.
Job Requirements
Minimum
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Preferred
Education
Master's Degree in Nursing or other education related field of study
Minimum
Experience
2 - 5 years previous experience as a clinical educator, lead, preceptor and/or supervisor.
Preferred
Experience
5+ years previous experience as a clinical educator
Required
Certification
American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
Preferred
Certification
Certification in specialty area of practice or role
Required License: Current CA RN License Preferred License: Not Applicable
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
What's around it?
Escondido, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 11% above the US average
- Median rent
- $2,046/mo
- Household income
- $91,967/yr, all local households, not nurse pay