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University of Michigan EDUCATIONAL NURSE SPECIALIST (Professional Development and Education Department) in Ann Arbor, United States
EDUCATIONAL NURSE SPECIALIST (Professional Development and Education Department)
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Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
Work with Educational Nurse Specialists, Educational Nurse Coordinators, staff nurses and management personnel to articulate, interpret and ensure that identified educational programs and processes are carried out in a consistent fashion and evaluated according to established outcomes.
Systematic assessment of learning needs of clinical and educational staff, analysis of data/ evidence, prioritized planning in accordance with strategic directives, curricular design congruent with current and projected benchmarks of excellence, implementation of instructional methodology consistent with broad organizational requirements and learner needs, and evaluation of outcomes in terms of contribution to organizational aims, vision and directives.
Provide leadership and direction for the implementation of a consistent competency-based approach to nursing education and development including orientation, annual required education and curricula that supports lifelong learning and all aspects of practice including compliance with regulatory standards, evidence-based practice, policies and procedures and professional accountability.
Design, implement and evaluate educational programming that facilitates the achievement of job expectations within the Professional Development Framework, supports professional leadership development within nursing and enhances approaches to management and preceptor/educator development.
Create and support a learning environment characterized by safe discourse, constructive feedback, first party communication, mentoring and team development within UMHS.
Incorporate pertinent nursing, patient care and/or educational research into professional development programs and materials.
Integrate knowledge of organizational mission, values, aims, vision and systems into educational development, implementation, and evaluation processes.
Represent nursing education across the system in terms of liaison responsibilities and participation in relevant governance activities.
Assume leadership for project/program management congruent with departmental objectives.
Role model change agency that supports continued organizational growth.
Nursing Specific Info
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.
Required Qualifications*
Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Michigan or eligibility for such licensure.
Master's degree in nursing and/or education.
Current (minimum 2 years) Educational Nurse Coordinator or Clinical Nurse Educator experience.
Recent (within last 5 years) teaching experience in an academic medical hospital or academic setting.
Recent (within last 5 years) general care clinical experience in an academic medical hospital or setting.
Experience in educational program development and management.
Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and relationship building skills.
Design and implementation of computerized online/web- based education technology or programs.
Working knowledge and skills of electronic education, including learning management systems.
Functional expertise with respect to program development and educational processes (i.e. curriculum development, instructional methodologies, evaluation strategies, etc.).
Note: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications*
Strong understanding and knowledge of nursing standards of practice, and patient care practices.
Recent (within last 2 years) experience with system wide nursing strategic initiatives including system wide education and training.
Recent (within last 2 years) experience with design, instructional planning and implementation of orientation-based education for nurses and nursing staff.
Recent (within last 2 years) experience in didactic central nursing orientation teaching.
Recent (within last 2 years) experience as chair/lead of a department level committee or taskforce.
Current Nursing Professional Development Board Certification or post-master?s education certificate
Current WELLE training certification and experience with educational planning
Experience with nursing continuing education program development and approval.
Experience in educational program evaluation, analysis (qualitative and quantitative), and program improvement
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to run statistical programs and conduct qualitative analysis.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with education and nursing staff, ancillary departments or disciplines, medical staff and administrative leadership.
Ability to solve problems and function with limited supervision/ direction to meet assigned deadlines.
Ability to function as a positive change agent and provide direct mentoring, coaching and leadership.
Excellent writing skills.
Excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude.
Strong technology/computer skills, specifically Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
Work Schedule
Appointment: 40 Hours per week
Shift/Hours/Days: Day Shift/ Monday- Friday
Location: Professional Development and Education Department
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Selection Process
Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Nursing, like the University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
254759
Working Title
EDUCATIONAL NURSE SPECIALIST (Professional Development and Education Department)
Job Title
EDUC NURSE SPEC
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MIUSA
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM Nsg OH Prof Dev and Ed
Posting Begin/End Date
9/23/2024 - 9/27/2024
Salary
$101,051.82 - $155,693.74
Career Interest
Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Ambulatory Care and Clinics
Nursing- Professional Development & Education
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