HOURS:

8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday. Includes office and field work.

*Prefers Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse*

Upon joining our Hospice team, each teammate is assigned a specific territory following their offer and orientation. We strive to align assignments with individual preferences whenever possible, and we have a clear process in place for teammates to request a different territory as new opportunities arise.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position  

The Nurse Educator is responsible for directing and coordinating the agency's staff development activities. The Nurse Educator ensures that all staff receive appropriate education and training regarding general skills, department guidelines, and current standards of care. The Nurse Educator is responsible for directing and providing educational in-services to staff based on identified needs and P.I. activities. The Nurse Educator is responsible for overseeing the orientation program for the agency. The Nurse Educator assists the Patient Care Coordinator ensuring that new staff are proficient in their job responsibilities and skills to achieve optimal operational functioning. The nurse Educator participates in P.I. activities of the agency. 

Essential Job Functions  

• ​Coordinates orientation for all new employees. 

• Coordinates with Patient Care Coordinators, Home Care Coordinators, Specialists, and other non-clinical areas of the department for ongoing education of staff. 

• Participates in Performance Improvement activities, teams for the agency and utilizes this information for staff education and training. 

• Coordinates with area colleges/universities to provide clinical rotations for nursing and therapy students. 

• Maintains current knowledge base of industry standards and regulatory requirements 

• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record to make home visits. 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Licensing/Certification 

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina/holds a current compact/multi-state license as a Registered Nurse in a recognized NCSBN Compact State and is not a permanent resident of SC.  

• Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.  

• Nursing specialty certification required within 6 months of position start (applicable certifications include approved ANCC clinical specialty/nursing leadership certifications). 

• Primary Source Verification (if applicable): Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) for RN. 

Education 

• Graduate of an accredited Bachelor of Nursing program. 

Work Experience 

• At least 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse required.  

• Prior experience in a supervisory/management or clinical education role preferred. 

• At least 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Hospice and/or Home Health required.  

• Prior experience in a supervisory/management or clinical education role in Hospice and/or Home Health preferred. 

Training 

• N/A 

Language 

• N/A 

Patient Population  

The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care.  This is a Joint Commission requirement.  Also, select the age of the patient population served:  

         Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. 

         Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​ 

         Neonates (0-4 weeks) 

         Infant (1-12 months) 

         Pediatrics (1-12 years) 

         Adolescents (13-17 years) 

         Adults (18-64 years) 

         Geriatrics (65 years and older) 

         Not applicable to this position 

Working Conditions  

This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work.  Please identify ALL working conditions that apply to the role. 

         Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. 

         Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel. 

         General office environment. 

         May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. 

         May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse. 

         May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.* 

         May be required to use physical restraints. 

         May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*  

         May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc. 

         May have periods of constant interruptions. 

         Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. 

         Prolonged periods of working alone. 

____ Other:                                  

____ Not applicable to this position                                                     

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. 

• Frequently standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping.  

• Frequent lifting/moving patients.  

• Intermittent lifting, moving, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.  

• Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity.  

• Constant reaching with hands/arms.  

• Frequent talking or hearing.  

• Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.  

• Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.  

• Exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment.  

• Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.  

• Moderate noise level in work area.  

• Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours.  

• May be required to take calls and/or work weekends/holidays based on the department's needs. 

Physical Requirements  

This section addresses the physical demands and work position of the associate in the role.  Please identify the frequencies for ALL physical requirements for each physical demand and work position below. ​ 

Physical Demands 

         Gaseous risk exposure 

         Other:                               

____ Not applicable to this position                                                                              

Skills 

• Demonstrates organizational and leadership ability.  

• Demonstrates a through working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, TJC and SC Licensure laws/regulations for coverage.  

• Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning principles.  

• Demonstrates ability to perform educational presentations both orally and in writing.  

• Demonstrates proficiency in computer systems to include clinical and office application programs.  

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.